1:1 Pitch Coaching
Whether you call yourself a “professional writer” or not, figuring out where to pitch your ideas or submit your work can be like trying to find a specific tree in a rainforest.
And there’s A LOT of trees out there.
It’s easier to land a pitch with help.
LOOK… I’VE SEEN MORE REJECTIONS THAN A DUDE WITH A BAD PICKUP LINE AT A BAR…
But unlike that guy, I learned from my mistakes.
Getting an editor to say “yes” to a pitch is a process. And deciding where to submit a finished piece takes a lot of research.
First, you have to know the publication.
Then, you need to know what the publication expects in pitches and submissions.
Then, you have to know where to send your email or submit your work.
And, most importantly, you need to know whether or not you should follow up. (Editors are busy, but they’re not inbox swamp monsters.)
Pitches and literary submissions are not one-size-fits-all processes. Not at all. But they are a numbers game. So if you don’t get the gig at one place, you absolutely should try with another.
Making a solid pitch and submission plan is essential to selling your idea (yes, you’re selling it!) and earning a byline.
“I feel confident about my pitch and have a much better understanding of the process of pitching. I’m excited!”
—Jill Tea Smith
THE OPTIONS
This option is for you if:
You have a single piece or idea you want to see published
You don’t have a pitch written and don’t know where to start, OR
You already have a pitch drafted, but haven’t had any success
This option is for you if:
You have many pieces or ideas you want to see published
You want ongoing accountability and support as you build a pitching strategy
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Set up a free 30-minute consultation with me so we can talk about your ideas, your goals, and where you’re hoping to get published.
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Once we’ve established which package is right for you—a single Pitch Polisher session or ongoing monthly coaching and accountability—we’ll get our first official session on the calendar.
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Together, we’ll build a strategy for where you’re going to pitch your ideas. It’s like applying to colleges—we’ll create a list of first choice pubs and make a second list of “safety pubs.”
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There are no guarantees in this game, but we’re going to work hard to get that pitch to the right editor who’s going to love it.