Book Coach – Book Doctor

"A masterful job. Every sentence you edit is better, cleaner and more succinct. Can't wait for the next chapter. It's like reading a new book."

- C. J. Evans

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What is the distinction between a book coach, book doctor and book editor, and when do you need one?

A book coach guides you through the many stages of writing your book, brainstorming structure and content over a period of weeks or even months. An experienced book coach focuses on your passion, topic and goals.

A professional book doctor rolls up her sleeves, massaging and restructuring your manuscript into a polished work ready for publication. Having a skilled book doctor at your side is like having a personal alchemist.

A book editor or copy editor edits your manuscript line by line - protecting you from embarrassing mistakes that your mom or dad might catch.

We provide all 3 services and go several steps beyond. We publish fiction and non-fiction works in all formats: hardback, paperback and the popular eBook format.

We also partner with a leading literary agency searching for the next best-seller. For personalized book coaching and publishing services, contact Dr. Joyce Starr, aka the Book Doctor.

I love that you're so open to the universe. It's wonderful and refreshing. I love your approach." - Liz M., Fox News
Dr. Starr worked tirelessly to make Old Flames into the book I always believed it could be. She went the extra mile. She literally put her heart and soul into helping me maintain and amplify the voice of my novel’s protagonist." - Arthur Samuels
Dr. Joyce Starr did an excellent job in restructuring and editing the proposal and sample chapters." - Admiral William Owens, Former Vice Chairman, US Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Non-Fiction, Fiction, Memoirs, Children Books!

Recent Book Projects

Selling a Photo Book to Publishers – Words Matter.

Cathy Greenblat’s uplifting Alzheimer’s photos were being exhibited throughout the US and Europe to great acclaim. She hoped to publish a companion book with a leading publisher. Photography books, however, are a hard sell, as they’re generally more expensive to produce and difficult to market. [Read More...]

When Your Labor of Love is a Novel – The Writer Behind the Hero

Our coaching client’s personality and humanity is often as important as their work. Working for months with an author on a project that is especially dear to their heart is not at all uncommon. Timely words of encouragement and gratitude can make it a wonderful experience for both parties. [Read More...]

Transforming Life Experiences into a Saleable Memoir. The Power of Memories.

Helping our client convert hundreds of pages of initial text, countless speeches and riveting videos into an inspirational memoir was just the first step. The challenge was to compress his story into a magnetic and highly salable work. [Read More...]