Picture Book Mentoring

Have you got a book inside you? Maybe a LOT of books? Gabrielle is now offering a mentoring package for picture book writers at any level from very beginner to published. The package consists of ten hours of advice, critiques, exercises, feedback, strategizing and support, custom tailored to each writer’s needs.

The aim of the package is to inspire and guide picture book authors or author/illustrators to create marketable picture book manuscripts, along with a strategy to getting them into the hands of publishers.

The mentoring process is self-paced and dependent on the needs of the writer. We can work intensively for a month or at a more relaxed pace for a year or more. And the package is renewable. If you want to continue working after the ten hours is up, simply re-enrol.

The cost of the package is $499USD. Please email Gabrielle at gp (at) angelhorn (dot) com to discuss.

“Working with Gabrielle has made a huge difference in my writing career. She gently guided me towards a different kind of picture book writing–one that was more marketable. With her help querying, I was able to sign with a reputable agent and eventually secure my first book deal with a Big 5 publisher. My next goal is to write a YA novel–with Gabrielle’s help again!” Julie Thompson, When Isaac Hears the Rain coming from Worthy Kids/Hachette Spring 2024

Query Mentoring

Are you ready to query agents or publishers? Gabrielle will consult with you on your query to get it into the best shape possible. This process includes a 15 minute Zoom to discuss your project and to answer any questions you may have about writing your query and preparing your submission package. Following this you will write the first draft of your query and Gabrielle will review it, offering extensive notes and tips to improve on your work. With your second draft in hand, you and Gabrielle will have another 15 minute Zoom to finalize any last tweaks and strategize for your submission plan.

The cost for this package is $99USD. Please email Gabrielle at gp (at) angelhorn (dot) com to discuss.

The Courage to Write Mentoring

Have you always dreamt of writing a novel? Do you not know where to start? Gabrielle’s Courage to Write Package may be just the thing for you. You will start with a 30 minute Zoom with Gabrielle to discuss your ideas and your goals. Following this you will receive your included copy of THE NOVEL WORKBOOK FOR MESSY WRITERS (note: if you already have a copy you will receive a free copy of any of Gabrielle’s other books) and begin your writing process. Gabrielle will schedule two further 30 minute calls with you: one after you have finalized the idea for your book and written your short (250 word) pitch and one after you have written your first chapter. Gabrielle will review and provide notes and feedback on both.

An optional extra, if you are a plotter (you write an outline before writing) is another call after Gabrielle reads your complete synopsis (1000-2000 words).

The cost for this package is $299USD with the full synopsis option an extra $99USD. Please email Gabrielle at gp (at) angelhorn (dot) com to discuss.

Book Doula Mentoring

Do you think you need help and support through the whole process of writing a book? As a book doula, Gabrielle will consult with you monthly to advise, support, encourage, help inspire your writing journey and keep you accountable. This service includes weekly check-ins, one monthly 30 minute zoom/call as well as notes on up to five pages per month (12 pt, Times Roman, double spaced–about 1500 words).

Book Doula mentoring is $99 per month, with a minimum of 3 months. Notes on extra pages can be added for $10/page. Please email Gabrielle at gp (at) angelhorn (dot) com to discuss.