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Discover how writing coach Kevin T. Johns can help you achieve your literary goals.
Writing a book doesn't have to be a lonely, frustrating, and overwhelming experience
Hi there, I'm writing coach Kevin T. Johns.
When I sit down to write I do so with a heart filled with joy and enthusiasm.
My fingers move across the keyboard with confidence and ease.
But it wasn’t always that way.
It took me eight long years to write my first book.
It was one step forward, two steps back, month after month, year after year.
I’d struggle with focus.
I’d have difficulty finding the time to write.
And the writing never seemed to end up on the page the way I’d envisioned it in my head.
The experience was emotionally draining.
It's physically and spiritually painful to know you have a novel within you, but not know how to get it out.
Maybe it’s been the same for you?
You’re passionate about writing.
You have a story to share with the world, but you just can’t seem to get it out.
Life’s responsibilities (family, friends, house work, the day job) are always getting the way.
Sentences and story elements don’t seem to come together.
You’ve probably even had moments of darkness where you’ve wondered whether you really have the talent it takes to write and publish a book.
Here’s the good news…
It's NOT About Natural Talent
Talent is not what is going to take you from where you are to where you want to go.
But that's a secret writers never hear about.
No one ever teaches us how to write a book.
As a result, we’re left thinking that as authors we are either blessed by the muse or doomed to failure.
This couldn’t be further from the truth.
Kevin's coaching is a master's class in creative writing and a crash course in how to get out of my own way.
Laura Morano
Coaching Client
The Real Secret to Publishing Success
Here is what an aspiring author actually requires to find publishing success:
Writer’s craft training and information
..because most people are never taught how to write a book.
Accountability and systems
…to keep you focused on your manuscript and help avoid distractions.
A community of practice
..to provide you with valuable feedback and sense of belonging.
Personalized coaching and ongoing encouragement
…to get you through the difficult times and help celebrate the small successes along the way.
With these supports in place your writing and productivity will be transformed forever.
Kevin’s enthusiasm to get your story told is contagious. You can't help but get inspired to keep on writing.
Oliver Guttorm
Coaching Client
Just imagine...
- Approaching your writing feeling confident and motivated, not scared or intimidated.
- Placing your published book in a loved one's hands.
- Being able to call yourself a professional writer and a published author.
- Transforming your writing "hobby" into a source of income for you and your family.
- Seeing your book on a shelf next to a book by one of your favorite authors.
- Taking steps to turn your dreams of literary success into reality starting today, not someday.
I encourage you to soak up everything Kevin has to offer! I owe a lot of my new-found confidence and conviction to Kevin’s client-centered approach to coaching.
Andre Petrolo
Coaching Client
From Painful to Productive
When it came time to write the sequel for my first book, I wasn't willing to spend another 8 years struggling to get it done.
I became obsessed with productivity. I deconstructed my work-flow, eliminated everything that was slowing me down, and then sequenced the remaining steps to produce maximum results.
I took the vast project of writing a novel, and turned it into an organized system that propelled me past the road blocks that hold up so many writers.
I wrote the first draft of my second novel in 8 weeks, NOT 8 years.
And YOU can do it too!
Kevin is committed to helping writers find themselves on the page. He is knowledgeable and professional with a great sense of humour and warm personality. He’s encouraging and permeates a confidence that is inspiring.
Kathryn Harris
Coaching Client
As your writing coach, I'll make sure you achieve your dream of writing a novel
I'll be there every step of the way to help you:
- Complete your manuscript efficiently and painlessly
- Feel confident and supported as you write
- Improve your productivity and free-up time for family and leisure
- Reduce feelings of overwhelm and stress
- Gain access to my extensive network of publishing industry experts
- Break through writer's block and overcome resistance
- Stay focused and on-track
- Feel artistically fulfilled and continuously motivated to do your best work
I could tell Kevin really wanted to see me succeed. He helped me find gaps in my story structure, and think through many ways to improve my narrative.
Chris Shumate
Coaching Client
Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
When you work with me as your coach, you'll get weekly hour-long one-on-one video conference or telephone coaching sessions.
The calls are bespoke sessions personally tailored to your needs, where you are at in the writing process, and what you are trying to achieve with your book.
We'll work together to identify challenges and roadblocks holding you back, and identify resources and protocols to help you excel.
I'll help you maintain focus and provide accountability to meet your word count goals.
I'll share my publishing industry expertise to help you choose the publishing route that is best for you, be it independent publishing, e-publishing, or going with one of the big 5 New York publishers.
I'll share exercises and prompts you can use to sharpen your writing skills and stimulate ideas.
Your needs and preferred learning methods are always the focus of our coaching sessions.
Still formulating your novel's concept? I'll work with you on story development.
Need feedback on your first draft? I'll provide actionable feedback for revisions.
Ready to seek a literary agent for representation? I'll work with you to craft a query letter agents will love.
You'll make consistent progress towards your goals week after week.
Are we right for each other?
My ideal coaching clients are:
- Passionate about writing and determined to write their book
- Ready to take action to achieve their goals
- Eager to learn and interested in improving their craft
- Patient enough to put in the time necessary to write a book, and focused enough to stick with it for the long haul
- Willing to invest in their writing, book, and career as an author
If that sounds like you, book a free consultation call today:
A Little Bit About Writing Coach Kevin T. Johns
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns has helped hundreds of writers from around the world get ideas out of their heads, onto the page, and, into readers' hands.
He has published seven books, including fiction and non-fiction, and ghostwritten several more. He often moderates panels at workshops and book conventions, and has been a featured guest at several online summits.
He is the host of The Writing Coach podcast, and has a Master's Degree in English Literature from Carleton University.
When not helping aspiring authors with their writing or doing writing of his own, Kevin is busy taking care of his three (!) daughters.
I went from not writing at all to getting down 1000 words a day! Kevin is full of resources and knowledge. He believes in finding specific solutions that uniquely fit you and your life.
Melanie S. , Coaching Client
Kevin offers the perfect balance of enthusiasm and actionable steps. He’s attentive and accommodating, and with his help I was able to accomplish exactly what I wanted for my project.
Fay P., Coaching Client
Frequently Asked Questions
I've never written a novel before. Will you still work with me?
I often work with first time novelists. I know how challenging a first book can be, and I'd be happy to work with you to help you get that first book written.
What type of writing do you specialize in?
I specialize in commercial and genre fiction, including horror, thriller, sci-fi, fantasy, adventure, young adult.
What is your educational background?
I have a Master of Arts degree in English Literature and a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in English Literature and Film Studies.
How many books have you published?
I have published eight books. Two young adult horror/fantasy novels (The Page Turners: Blood and The Page Turners: Economy of Fear), a young adult action thriller (M School), three non-fiction instructional books on writing (The Novel Writer's Blueprint: Five Steps to Creating and Completing Your First Book, Smash Fear and Write like a Pro, and Novel Advice: Motivation, Inspiration and Creative Writing Tips for Aspiring Authors), and the children's picture book, Rocket Princess vs. Snaggletooth the Dragon.
