Hey there, I’m Alessandra!

I’m excited to hear that you’re working on your first book. Whether you’re still writing, or already published and needing to market it, I’m here to help! Take a moment to look through the free resources I have on this page, or dive right into one of my step-by-step courses.

 

Some videos to get you started…

 

WATCH - an unlocked video from my writing course!

Outlining a novel can be daunting - especially if you are naturally an author that writes by the seat of their pants. In this unlocked video from my writing course, I show one of my more creative methods of outlining. Learn my process in this tutorial on casual outlining using just notecards (or post-its) and a pen.

 

WATCH - an unlocked video from my publishing course!

Self-publishing a novel is an awesome (but sometimes confusing) process. This video will break down everything you need to know about vendors, payments, and the rights to your novel.

 

WATCH - an unlocked video from my marketing course!

Marketing your novel should be a process that begins as early as possible - including while you are writing it! This video will show you a timeline of marketing tasks at every stage in your book’s life. If you don’t understand all of the terms and concepts I discuss in this novel, you may want to check out my marketing course. Plus, download a free checklist to help you organize your marketing!

 
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Diving into Deep POV
Diving into Deep POV

I’d written over 20 novels before I was introduced to the concept of Deep POV. As it turned out, I had been writing in deep point of view and hadn’t realized it. So what is deep point of view and how should it be executed?

8 tips for writing sprints
8 tips for writing sprints

Sprinting is one of the BEST ways to dramatically increase your writing speed and production. It’s a skill that I’ve been trying to improve and I recently did a live session with bestselling author Kaydence Snow where Kaydence shared her 8 tips for sprinting.

How Authors can use the Enneagram
How Authors can use the Enneagram

Recently, I found an easy, paint-by-number way of developing your characters into deep, three-dimensional personalities that are realistic, consistent, and relatable.

My cheat-sheet tool for authors is called the Enneagram.

8 Tips for Better Writing
8 Tips for Better Writing

The more you write, the more you learn. Here are 8 tips that will elevate the natural flow and delivery of your writing, and make for a better reader experience.

When your book release flops...
When your book release flops...

I don’t like to talk about this. In fact, we all AVOID the subject of failed releases. We rave about our books online, and then crawl up in a corner and sob. When we all hide our pain, it’s easy to feel like you are alone in your struggles.

You aren’t.

Amping Up Chemistry Between Characters
Amping Up Chemistry Between Characters

The secret to increasing chemistry between characters often starts with an incendiary spark. It’s in the details. A glance, a touch, the fleeting thought of wanting more. But chemistry is also closely rooted in the basics of good storytelling. Here are three quick tips to see if your story is on track, and what to look for if it’s falling flat.

Comma got your tongue?
Comma got your tongue?

Dialogue is often fun for authors to write. Figuring out how to punctuate it correctly, on the other hand, sometimes isn’t.

Falling Out of Love
Falling Out of Love

What do you do when you’re in the midst of writing a novel and you get a new (and better!) idea? Or what if you’re halfway through your book, and you’re slowly discovering… it stinks?

Is writing your hobby or career?
Is writing your hobby or career?

Quitting your job. Writing full time. Turning your writing into a career. 

It's a dream for so many. It's a nightmare for others. 

How to Prep for NaNoWriMo!
How to Prep for NaNoWriMo!

NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, and it's about to begin! Here's a checklist of everything you should do BEFORE you start writing Chapter 1.