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Eva Langston

10 Simple Plot Exercises You Need to Do BEFORE You Write Your Novel!

Story Coaching

Get the help you need to finally type “the end!” Story Coaching can help you start a new novel, revise an old one, or push through a manuscript that has stalled halfway. Finish your book and feel good about it!

Send me the following:

  • a 1 to 2 page synopsis if you have one 
  • the first 10 pages of your manuscript 
  • up to 4,000 additional words about your novel, such as  important scenes or a more in-depth outline/summary
  • your goal for the manuscript and what I need to know in order to help you: how much you’ve written so far, where you think you’re going with the story, what’s giving you trouble, etc.

You will receive:

  • written feedback and ideas about your plot, characters, conflict, and more
  • suggestions about where to go from here
  • helpful resources
  • a phone or Zoom session to discuss and brainstorm (or we can communicate solely through email if you’d prefer)

 

Please reach out to see if I am currently accepting new Story Coaching clients: info@evalangston.com

 

Read what people have to say about my services:

B.A.Veiman testimonial

Eva’s critique was a vital part of getting my manuscript ready and submitted to agents for consideration, and I feel lucky to have such a trusted person on my team. Her services are professional, valuable and I recommend them if you’re feeling stuck, unsure of your novel’s readiness, and before submitting.

B.A. Veiman

Eva’s comments on the first draft of my manuscript were extremely helpful. Her turnaround was prompt, and she was quick to recommend plot advice, tips, and helpful resources for me to rely on as I continue to work on this project. I would definitely recommend Eva’s critique service to anyone looking to take the next step on a manuscript!

Claire

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Your in-depth review of my manuscript, the positive words, the critique I was looking for as to what wasn’t working, and places I didn’t realize it wasn’t working, the suggestions as to what would make it stronger has moved my writing outside the box where I’d stuffed this idea to a place where I’m excited about working on it again.

Ria

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I really appreciated your sharp eye for detail (catching some of my habitual punctuation problems) and your suggestions about tightening scenes. Your comments were both honest and encouraging, which can be a difficult balance to achieve, and were consequently very useful in polishing my manuscript. It was great working with you. Thanks again!

Tanya

Eva gave extremely helpful feedback on my middle grade novel.  She gave me suggestions on scenes I could develop further, how to make my plot bigger, and add more conflict. She was encouraging of my work and the character I developed, making sure to point out my strengths. It was just what I needed to move forward.

Barbara M.

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