What happens on a discovery call?

A discovery call is a thirty minute chat about what you need help with. It’s very informal, and is like having coffee with a friend.

What will we discuss on a coaching call?

We will talk about anything you like to do with your writing. I use my experience as a creative writing tutor to both offer possible solutions to issues, as well as coaching you to understand why you are experiencing the issue and how we can move forward. I also set tasks outside of our time together so that you can work toward your goals. All our conversations are confidential.

Can we meet in person?

During Covid I am happy to work with your time zone and meet you on Zoom.

Interested in booking? Head to the Discovery Call page and get in touch!

Coaching & Editing

Hi, I’m Dr Rachel Grosvenor.

I’m a writing coach and editor, and I’ve been where you are right now.

I know how hard it is to find the time to work on your passion project, and I know you want your novel to be the best it can be.

With a PhD, MA, and BA in Creative Writing, and as a Certified Professional Coach, I’m well poised to help you with whatever issue you are experiencing.

From editing to creating a writing routine that works for you – look no further, you have found the answer.

Services Offered

Coaching

Learn how to be your best creative self.

Whether you can’t find the time to write, you’re stuck on an idea, or you want to know more about the writing process, coaching is the answer.

Editing

Hire an experienced eye to develop your novel.

Are you ready for a developmental edit?

I’d love to help you clear your novel of plot holes, tighten up your narrative structure and make your story shine.

Take the Novel Writing Masterclass

Learn how to be your best creative self.

Plan and prepare your novel idea and turn it into an actual piece of work. We’ll talk about everything you need to know, with writing tasks, homework, and even vital classes about publishing and marketing.

Which option is best suited to where you are right now?

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Kind words from the writers I've coached

Rachel has given me confidence in my storytelling skills while also pushing me to pull out more detail to bring my worlds to life as much as possible. She showed me what I neglected and what I overused, and her feedback made me a better storyteller, and I can't imagine continuing without her now..

Rachel tells you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. She wants you to create a full dimension, and she sees what we miss.

I want everyone to work with Rachel, but I also don't because I need her to have time for me. But also, work with her.

Rosaline

Rachel is an amazing editor who is an expert in her craft! She is the absolute best and her report was extremely informative and detailed in a beautifully organized way.

Our first project was a developmental edit of my manuscript and I can safely say I will keep requesting Rachel to edit my future projects as well! She is amazing!

I would wholeheartedly recommend her editing services to all of my friends!

Stephanie

Working closely with Rachel via coaching and then a developmental edit has felt like the total package in seeing me through to a finished manuscript. I adored our bi-weekly zooms, the supportive and thought-provoking live editing chats, the teasing out knots and smoothing out prose.

Rachel's support has cheered me through the last third of my novel when I might have felt overwhelmed and given up.

The developmental report is incredibly detailed. A mix of constructive criticism with suggestions on how to move ahead and genuine praise. If you want to finish your novel and know how to make it the best it can be, Rachel is your woman!

Katie

Rachel gave me a clear, thorough overview and understanding of my work with a focused picture on areas that need further work with detailed notes on where that was required and why.

It was an excellent road map and I could see immediately what I had to do. I wish I had sent her my manuscript earlier.

Rachel could see what wasn’t quite there yet and gave me the confidence and inspiration to finish.

Frances

Working with Rachel over the last three months has given me many things, but to put it succinctly: I now have a flashlight to help guide me along the path to publishing whereas before I couldn't see past my nose, all thanks to her coaching me how to plan.

Rachel's brainstorming and researching coaching, as well as encouragement, helped me in taking something from initial idea to full concept.

Having someone who is a bit further along the path than me hold space and coach me through my writing concerns meant I felt supported and guided without feeling like an amateur.

Jenn

Rachel gave me space to help organise my ideas into a workable action plan and gave me ideas I wouldn’t have thought of to overcome some challenges I had with my writing process.

Rachel is very knowledgeable but also really lovely to deal with.

Alla

Rachel has a great degree of insight into the writing process, and she's able to frame her perspective in constructive, non-judgmental ways that help you discover solutions to your writing problems.

I've experienced a renewed creative drive, and I've begun to repair my relationship with the act of writing.

I've gained the confidence to consider myself a writer again, and I've made real progress on old projects that had been floundering.

Sebastian

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Kind words from the writers I've coached

Rachel's invaluable advice helped me successfully pitch a manuscript to a major publisher in my country. It was my first time and without Rachel's help I don't know where I would have been. Her support, guidance, professional tips, pitch writing assistance and face to face time was worth its weight in gold! (She really ought to charge more!)

Rachel's professional feedback was supportive and encouraged me in the right direction. At no point did I feel like she was 'just saying what I wanted to hear'. Rachel took the time to answer all of my questions, and has taught me transferrable skills that I can apply in a wide array of situations and to future work. I will be singing Rachel's praises from the rooftops.

If you haven't booked in a free discovery call with Rachel Grosvenor, you are doing yourself a disservice. Rachel changed my life, not only as a writer, but as a woman in the world of writing. I cannot thank her enough for what she has given me.

Anna

When I reached out to Rachel, I had my second draft of my first manuscript complete, but I had no clue where to go next. I wasn't happy enough with the story to even try for publication, which is my ultimate goal.

After reading through Rachel's awesome developmental edits, I now know what to do next. I have a direction again! Her edits were clear, logical, and kind. I truly believe she cares about my story and characters, which is a really special feeling for a writer.

I would absolutely recommend Rachel's developmental editing services to any new or established writer. After completing two drafts of my first manuscript, I felt directionless. I knew my novel wasn't ready, but I couldn't identify what to fix. Rachel's developmental edits changed all of that for me. Her comments and suggestions were spot on! I now know where I need to take my novel next. All of this work with Rachel will lead me towards the querying process.

Maryellen

Rachel’s editing service provided me with greater insight into my work and fantastic clarity about the editing process. I’ve come away learning so much more about how to write succinctly and effectively without losing my narrative voice.

Rachel’s thoughtful and generous edit has given me renewed confidence in my work and I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend her services. I was taken aback by both the speedy turnaround and the depth of the edit Rachel gave my work.

The edit and supporting comments exceeded all expectations I had, and my work is all the stronger for having had Rachel’s expert input. There’s absolutely no doubt I’ll be working with her again in the future!

Carly

Rachel's query package has given me a more concise synopsis and query letter, while also teaching me how to do to so. They say to lead by example, and I think Rachel does that. Her feedback really helped me and I loved the edits she provided.

I would recommend this service to anyone who needs to write a query and synopsis and wants a professional to look over it before sending it out. It's affordable and helpful.

Rachel is extremely professional as well and I knew exactly what was expected of me (when to e-mail her and when she would have it back to me). She never pushed me off for other clients and she delivered her work on time. She was also available to answer any quick questions I had. I really appreciate her help!

Cobie