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Book Coaching
Get the insider information you need to shift from being a frustrated writer to a successful author.
As a professional book coach for over a decade, I see most first-time authors making the same mistakes over and over again that hurt their chances of getting ever published.
In this course you'll get insider professional writing tips that you can't afford to miss...
if you want to get published!
Don't make the same mistakes
99% of all first-time authors make.
Learn how professional writers set up their books before they write it.
Whether you're writing fiction, non-fiction, a memoir or a children's book - these techniques can work for you!
NEWS FLASH!
IT'S NOT THE BEST WRITERS WHO GET PUBLISHED.
Writers who learn how to set up their books to be a bestseller before they write it have a huge advantage. Why? Because the publishing, media, and film industries all work a certain way - and you want to know what that is before you write a single word!
Are you ready to get published on your first try?
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to a successful author!
MEET DONNA SOZIO
AUTHOR + BOOK COACH + MEDIA EXPERT
A full-time career writer with over 20-years’ experience in the publishing, media, and film industry, I know what it takes to become a successful author.
I received multiple offers from top literary agents multiple times, sold my first book to a major publisher in just three weeks, sold the TV/film rights to my second book before I finished writing it. My second book was translated into four languages.
I’ve also appeared on, written for, or been featured in over 100+ major international media outlets including: The Early Show, Good Day LA, GMTV, Fox News, Sunrise, Yahoo.com, MSN.com, Good Day LA, Seventeen Magazine, LA.com, KISS FM,The Washington Post, Globe and Mail, Allure Magazine, W Magazine, PopSugar.com, The Sydney Morning Herald, Flare Magazine, The Sun, Fox.com, and many more.
My clients are successful. They have appeared on/in E!, The Today Show, Fox News, the Sydney Morning Herald, Vogue, Cosmopolitan and have been published by Adams Media, Allen & Unwin, Three Rivers Press, AusLit and more. Clients have won numerous awards including: The Australian Literature Review, The Borders’ James Patterson Thriller Competition, and the National Indie Excellence Awards.
How can I help you?
What clients are saying:
Donna is pure gold...
"Donna is pure gold for anyone who's ever considered getting their work published.
I've read a number of books on the publishing industry
but she gave me vital information I've never heard anywhere else. She walks her talk."
You can't do better than Donna Sozio...
"If you're looking for a book coach, you can't do better than Donna Sozio.
She's smart, efficient, and knows her way around the business end of the publishing game.
No matter how good your idea is, she can pump up the volume."
- Laurel Schmidt, Author of Seven Times Smarter: 50 Ways to Develop the Multiple Intelligences in your Child
Invaluable advice...
"Donna's invaluable advice helped me be an Amazon.com Bestseller in just a few days.
I even thanked her in the acknowledgments!"
- Scott Gale, Parent Expert & author of Your Family Consitution
Donna shares her trade secrets...
"Donna shares her trade secrets on how to approach agents and publishers.
She knows what they want and how to get their attention.
I advise all aspiring writers to get this wealth of information. Thank you, Donna!"
- Winfred Cook, Author of Uncle Oto, Finalist in the National Idie Excellence Awards
Worth every dollar...
"Worth every dollar!
Donna understands how to turn a good book into a great one. Her knowledge helped me write a much better story for my readers, and she put me at ease throughout the process. For anyone looking at writing or re-writing a book, I highly recommend her."
- Holly Frances, author of Happily Ever After: My Journey with Guillain-Barre Syndrome www.HollyAfterGBS.com
MORE TESTIMONIALS
"She knows her stuff!"
- Ellen Reid, Publishing Consultant
"Simply put, Donna Sozio is amazing! If you want to find an agent, publish a book, or develop almost any kind of project, Donna is the first person you should contact. She is sharp, honest and truly walks the walk as a successful coach and author. Everyone needs a mentor and Donna Sozio is an exceptional choice."
- Matthew Bennett, Nationally acclaimed fundraiser and author with over 5,000,000 books sold
"Donna covers both the practical and emotional aspects of getting published. Her unique ability to combine the substance of each author’s message with a smart marketing plan to back it up is a recipe for success."
- Gina Romanello, Author of Chicken Soup for Bride’s Soul
"If the thought of getting published overwhelms you, Donna walks you through a kinder, gentler way to be successful in your writing career."
- Viki King, story consultant and bestselling author of How to Write a Movie in 21 Days
"Donna Sozio is not only a truly gifted writer she is also a wonderful and inspiring coach. Donna has a rare gift of insight to help writers delve into the heart of their work to unleash its best potential. Donna can take you from A-Z with regard to book proposals, synopsis, queries, and marketing."
- Raoul Peter Mongilardi, Writer/Producer
"To increase my visibility I wanted to get published. Donna gave me a roadmap with all the shortcuts. Her advice is invaluable. It would have taken me years to learn what she told me in an hour."
- Koz Khosravani, Speaker, Author, and Producer
"Donna is pure gold for anyone who's ever considered getting their work published. I've read a number of books on the publishing industry but she gave vital information I’ve never heard anywhere else. She walks her talk."
- Sam Stephens, Thriller Writer
"Donna offers vital information and an eye-opening approach toward taking those “scary” first steps to get published. These are the secrets every new author needs to know!"
- Robyn Busfield, Author of It’s Time to Get Selfish
"Assertiveness, productivity, courage, smart marketing, and clarity!
These are just a few of the attributes Donna gives writers to add to their arsenal. She cuts right to the chase."
- Maurice Clifton Oldham, Writer/Photographer