FOR WRITERS WHO’VE BEEN AT IT FOR YEARS AND STILL FEEL STUCK IN A RUT
Transform your stalled draft into a pitch-ready manuscript in 6 months and build a writing career that grows book after book after book
Claim Your Free 30-Minute Long Game Strategy Session With Four-Time Published, Award-Nominated Author Katherine Collette. Pinpoint your roadblocks and get a Publishing Game Plan that shows exactly how to finish your project, publish (or publish again) and build a lasting author career. (Valued at $1,200)
Most writing programs teach craft or theory. Few teach writers how to think, plan and work in a way that builds a long-lasting author career
Hey writer,
Have you got a draft that still doesn’t feel quite right, even after countless passes? You can see the potential, but all the pieces aren’t landing the way you want them to.
Maybe you’re doing a lot of work but not seeing much movement, stuck between feedback, edits, and second-guessing, unsure whether you’re actually getting closer or just moving in circles.
Or maybe you’ve already published and the next book feels harder, not easier. There’s pressure now, and expectations and the sense that you should 'know how to do this,' even though every book asks something different of you.
I know exactly how that feels.
I’ve been there too, feeling totally inspired one day and wildly out of my depth the next, trying to navigate an industry that’s imperfect and unpredictable, hoping your next move is the right one.
I’m Katherine Collette, a four-time published, award-nominated author and co-host of The First Time podcast.
After years of writing and speaking with 100+ debut, established and award-winning authors about writing and being a writer, one thing became clear.
Craft is only part of it.
The writers who keep getting published and keep getting better are the ones who know how to sustain momentum, manage the highs and lows and play for the long game.
That’s why I created The Long Game Program.
It’s a six-month, one-to-one coaching program for writers who want to get published and published authors who want to keep going.
You’ll sharpen your craft, get help navigating the industry and develop a way of working that keeps you going (and growing) book after book.
It’s the support I wished I had as an unpublished writer and debut author.
Take your first step and book a free Long Game Strategy Session. In this 30-minute call, we’ll look at where you are in your writing journey, uncover what’s holding you back and map out your next steps. You’ll leave with a personalised Publishing Game Plan that shows exactly where to focus next and how to move closer to publication and a sustainable writing life.
What’s inside The Long Game Program
The Long Game Program is a six-month, one-to-one mentorship for writers who want to strengthen their craft, finish their projects, publish their work and build a writing life that lasts.
Each month, you’ll work directly with Katherine to refine your craft, manage the emotional ups and downs of writing and plan practical next steps in your publishing journey.
1:1 Coaching Calls
Monthly sessions focused on your writing, goals and progress. Everything is tailored to you want to go.
Manuscript Feedback
Practical, honest feedback that helps you see what’s working and what’s not (optional).
Query & Pitch Support
Craft your query letters, synopsis and plan who to pitch (and what to do next).
Book Launch Support
Get guidance on what to expect when your book is released, including what to do at your launch so you feel prepared.
Publicity Preparation
Learn how to talk about your book in a clear, engaging way and prepare for interviews with simple mock interview practice.
Building Your Author Profile
Learn how to start building your profile and readership in a steady and sustainable way as your career grows.
Career Planning
Build a realistic long-term plan that keeps your writing life moving forward.
Industry Insight
Learn how the publishing world really works and what to expect at each stage.
Resilience Tools
Develop habits that help you handle rejection and stay steady through ups and downs.
Email Support Between Sessions
Reach out anytime for feedback, perspective or a confidence boost when you need it.
Monthly Office Hours (From 2025)
Drop in to ask questions, connect with other writers and stay accountable.
BONUS: The Writer’s Toolkit
Lifetime access to my full course library (Valued at $1,600)
BONUS: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit
(Valued at $1,600)
Alongside our sessions, you’ll get free access to my full library of courses inside the coaching program. They give you practical, proven tools to support your writing between sessions.
BONUS 1
Inner Game of Writing (Valued at $147)
21 day creative reset secret podcast, includes walking meditations
BONUS 2
Pitch, Please (Valued at $497)
Craft your one-liner, synopsis and submission plan.
BONUS 3
Draft Lab (Valued at $497)
Edit for structure, clarity and pacing.
BONUS 4
Starting or Stuck (Valued at $497)
Find your rhythm again and get back to the page.
BONUS 5
‘Main Character Energy’ (Valued at $297)
21 day creative reset secret podcast, includes walking meditations
Where do I start?
Step 1
Book your free strategy session
Choose a time that suits you. It takes less than a minute to book. You’ll answer a few short questions about your writing so we can make the most of your session together.
Step 2
Get your Publishing Game Plan
In your 30-minute call with Katherine Collette, you’ll talk through where you are in your writing and publishing journey, what’s been blocking your progress, and what to focus on next. You’ll leave with a clear, plan that maps out your next steps
Step 3
Move forward with guidance
With your plan in hand, you’ll know what to do next and what support will help you get there. If it feels like the right fit, Katherine will talk through how you can keep working together through The Long Game Framework to strengthen your writing, finish your projects and build a writing life that lasts.
Claim your free Long Game Strategy session to move from the doubt-comparison-perfectionism merry-go-round to publishing your best work and building a lasting writing career
The Long Game Strategy Session is a free, 30-minute one-to-one call with author Katherine Collette. Together, you’ll pinpoint where you’re stuck, what your manuscript (or you!) needs next and how to build lasting momentum.
**NOVEMBER BONUS Get your tailored Publishing Game Plan (Value $1,200)**
Get clear on what’s keeping you stuck
We’ll look honestly at where you are in your writing or publishing journey and identify the bottlenecks (practical or emotional) and what’s holding you back. Stop second-guessing and move forward with focus.
Guidance on your next steps
You’ll get clear, practical insight into what your manuscript, your pitch, or you need the most right now, along with the specific next steps to focus your time and energy where it will count the most.
Insight into how publishing really works
Learn what agents, editors and publishers are actually looking for, how things *really* work, whats normal and what’s not, so that you can make confident, informed decisions about your work and career
A personalised game plan for your writing and career
You’ll leave with a tailored game plan that helps you build momentum and see a clear path toward the writing life you want.
You’ll finish the session with a clear publishing game plan and a stronger understanding of the priorities for your manuscript and your career. You’ll also get a feel for how Katherine works and together you can decide if ongoing one-to-one coaching is the right next step for your goals.
WHY IT WORKS
The framework keeps writers in the game
After publishing four books and speaking with more than a hundred authors, I noticed the writers who stayed in the game had something in common. They worked on both the writing and the writer. That insight became the foundation of my 1:1 Coaching Program, which uses my Long Game Framework to combine craft, mindset and strategy so progress actually lasts.
The Long Game Framework
Craft
It’s hard to see your own work when you’ve been inside it for so long. Writing is self-led, but it’s almost impossible to grow without outside perspective. You’ll get sharp, supportive feedback that helps you strengthen structure, emotion, and language — and build the skills to keep improving with every draft.
Finish
Move from part way or almost to done to done. Create a process that helps you make steady progress and finish projects without burning out.
Resilience
Handle rejection and creative dips without losing heart. Learn how to recover quickly, stay steady and keep writing through uncertainty.
Longevity
Think beyond one book. Build a writing life that feels ambitious, sustainable and creatively fulfilling.
Who Katherine works with
Emerging writers who want to get published
You’ve got a draft, maybe even a few, but you’re not sure what’s holding it back. You want your work to reach readers, but feedback is confusing and advice online contradicts itself. Through one-to-one coaching using The Long Game Framework, you’ll:
- Strengthen your manuscript and understand what agents and publishers actually look for
- Create a clear submission plan with query letters, synopses and target lists
- Build confidence in your writing and map out your next steps
Get the insight and structure you need to stop circling the same pages and start moving toward publication.
Debut authors figuring out what comes next
Your first book is out (or almost out) and everything feels exciting and overwhelming at once. You want to make the most of your launch and build momentum for book two. Together, we’ll:
- Plan how to handle publicity, events and interviews with confidence
- Figure out what’s realistic, from reviews to sales, and what to let go of.
- Map out your next career steps so you can keep writing and enjoy it
Get practical guidance from someone who’s been there and knows how to help you stay grounded while building a lasting writing career.
Multi-published authors wanting to go the distance
You’ve written several books, but it’s hard to see your own work clearly when you’ve been inside it for so long. You want to keep stretching your craft and strengthening each new project. Together, we’ll:
- Get sharp, supportive feedback that helps you strengthen structure, emotion and language
- Identify the patterns in your writing so you know what to build on and what to adjust
- Develop the skills and habits that help you grow with every draft
Get steady, experienced support that keeps you improving while you build a long, satisfying writing career.
See why authors call this the support they wish they’d had from the start
"It was akin to having a seasoned sports coach by my side guiding me through the intricacies of the publishing world."
"Having been a debut (and repeat) author herself, she has wonderful empathy for the unique fears, hopes and concerns. My sessions with Katherine proved immensely beneficial and enjoyable. Her approachability, encouragement and industry knowledge are second to none."
Anna, author
"I left each meeting feeling far clearer about where I was headed next, as well as more confident in my abilities to actually get there."
"After reading an early draft of my manuscript, Katherine’s honest-but-kind feedback helped me to make important structural decisions and identify key themes.”
Annelise, author
"Katherine was practical, insightful, and so supportive."
"She reminded me that being an author isn’t just about the book—it’s about who you are, how you show up, and how you stay grounded through it all."
Kirsty Iltners, author of ‘Depth of Field’
"I went from feeling unprepared and full of imposter syndrome to feeling excited and well-supported for publication."
"I’ll be referring back to our work again and again."
Grateful debut author
"Her guidance made the whole debut process feel less overwhelming—and more doable."
Katherine helped me create a clear and personalised launch plan that actually felt good."
Anna, author of ‘The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife’
You’re closer than you think
You’ve put in the hours. You’ve written, rewritten and kept showing up. What’s missing isn’t effort, it’s perspective. The kind that helps you see where to focus next so you can finally move forward.
I only work with a small number of writers at a time so each person gets the focus and support they need. Spaces tend to fill quickly, so if you’re thinking about getting started, now’s the best time to book a free Long Game Strategy Session.
What you’ll gain:
- Perspective that moves you forward, not in circles
- A tailored Publishing Game Plan you can act on now
- Confidence in the next steps of your writing and publishing journey
9 reasons writers say working
with Katherine changed everything
Get stronger with every draft
Through tailored editorial feedback, you’ll sharpen structure, pacing and clarity so your manuscript finally feels professional. You’ll see what’s working, what isn’t, and why.
Finish what you start
Learn a repeatable way of working that helps you move from ‘almost done’ to done. You’ll stop stalling in rewrites and feel the satisfaction of completing work you’re proud of.
Learn how publishing really works
Skip the guesswork. You’ll get insider insight into what agents, editors and publishers actually look for, when to submit, and how to make smart, strategic choices about your next step
Build a profile that fits you
Learn how to talk about your work in interviews and events in a way that feels natural and engaging. You’ll also get guidance on building your author platform in a way that’s sustainable, not performative.
Pitch and promote with confidence
From writing query letters and synopses to planning who to pitch, how to follow up, and what to do when you get a yes or a no, you’ll have someone in your corner who knows the process inside out.
Gain perspective you can trust
Understand what’s normal in publishing and what isn’t—from reading reviews to setting realistic expectations around sales, feedback and timing. You’ll stop feeling like you’re guessing your way through it.
Stay resilient through the ups and downs
Develop tools to handle rejection, comparison and creative dips so you can keep writing without losing heart. You’ll build habits that protect your creativity long-term.
Personal guidance that fits your season
Every session adapts to you—your goals, your manuscript, your energy. You get thoughtful, professional support that meets you where you are, not where someone else thinks you should be.
A teammate for the long haul
Katherine is both coach and collaborator. She knows your work, your goals, and what you’re trying to build, and she’s there to help you keep creating and growing with each new chapter of your career.
Is The Long Game Coaching the next step for you?
You want to be published and keep publishing
You’re not chasing a one-off win. You want to build a steady, long-term writing life that keeps growing book after book. This coaching gives you the structure and perspective to do exactly that.
You’re ready to treat your writing like a career
You’ve realised talent alone isn’t enough. You want to understand the business of publishing, from querying and pitching to planning your next project, with someone who’s already done it.
You want to find your rhythm again
You miss feeling connected to your work. You want writing to feel purposeful and fulfilling, not like another source of stress. Coaching helps you rebuild confidence, find your flow and keep going.
You want a teammate, not a teacher
You don’t need lectures or critique circles. You want someone in your corner who knows what this industry is really like and can help you navigate it with calmness and care.
You’ve done the courses and joined the groups
You’ve read the craft books, taken workshops and still feel like you’re circling the same chapters. You’re not imagining it. Generic programs can only take you so far. Writing does, at a point, have to be self led but that doesn’t mean you have to go it alone–no writer does. This coaching is personal, specific and focused on your actual manuscript.
Frequently asked questions
It's a six-month, one-to-one coaching program for writers of fiction or memoir manuscripts they intend to get traditionally published. You'll work with me directly each month, with email support between sessions. Together, we'll refine your manuscript, build the resilience you need to stay in the game, and shape a long-term plan for the kind of writing life you want.
That's exactly what coaching is for. You don't need a perfect draft to start (in fact you can waste a lot of time trying to get it perfect before we begin). Working together is how we make it good. We'll look at story structure, character arcs, the world your story is set in (and more) to understand what's landing, what's not and how to move it forward instead of circling the same three chapters month after month.
Courses are great! That's where most of us begin. But at some point, writing becomes self led. That doesn't mean you do everything on your own though. It's hard to see your work when you're so close to it and you need an outside perspective. This is hands-on coaching built around you, your work and your goals. You'll get practical editorial feedback, publishing insight and emotional support so the changes you make actually last.
Yes. I've published four novels and interviewed more than a hundred award-winning, bestselling authors about their craft and careers. I know what editors, agents and readers respond to -- and I'm extremely good at pitching and positioning work clearly. You'll get specific, actionable feedback that strengthens the writing and the way you present it, not just motivation or theory.
You're not alone. Many writers come to me at this stage. We'll rebuild your confidence, create small wins and help you find your rhythm again so writing feels doable, not draining.
Never. Whether you've been trying for years or your debut didn't go as planned, there's always a next step. I'll help you see what that looks like and how to move toward it.
Every writer hits a point where perspective matters more than willpower. Coaching gives you professional feedback and structure while still letting you stay in control of your work. It's support, not supervision.
I work with fiction and narrative non-fiction/memoir writers at all levels, from first manuscripts to people who've published multiple books already. Each session adapts to you, your voice and your goals.
If you're serious about publishing or building a long-term writing career, coaching saves time, energy and guesswork. You'll leave each session with energy and direction, not just encouragement.
You'll book a free 30-minute Long Game Strategy Session. We'll talk about where you are now, what's keeping you stuck and what kind of support you need. You'll leave with your personalised Publishing Game Plan and a clear next step.
Book your free Long Game Strategy Session with Author Katherine Collette
This 30-minute one-to-one call is designed to help you get unstuck and plan your next move.
- Identify what’s holding you back and why progress feels slow
- Learn what works in today’s publishing world from someone who’s lived it
- Leave with a clear, practical game plan for your writing and career
©2025 Katherine Collette
Hear from writer & authors who’ve built real momentum with The Long Game Coaching Program
"Working with Katherine was
game-changing"
"Six months ago, I was very sceptical of book coaching. I had already spent years attending workshops, studying writing, and rewriting my manuscript. I didn’t think I needed more help — I thought I needed to just get on with it. But working with Katherine was game-changing. She helped me rework the structure of my book in a way that finally made sense. I left every session feeling energised and excited to go back to the drawing board. I’m now querying agents with a manuscript I’m genuinely proud of. Honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner."
Belinda, author
"I now feel confident moving forward, and—maybe most importantly—happy with my writing again"
"I came across Katherine’s coaching while scrolling through Instagram — at a point where I felt very stuck in my writing and completely unsure of what to do next. From our very first session, I felt supported, encouraged, and challenged in exactly the right ways. Katherine’s enthusiasm and insight helped me see the value in what I was writing, and her feedback gave me clear, actionable ways to make my work better."
Stephanie, writer
"I feel so much more prepared for what lies ahead in my new career as an author."
"Becoming a debut author is a thrilling yet overwhelming journey. Katherine emerges as the indispensable guide, blending roles of mentor, therapist, and interview coach seamlessly. Through our sessions brimming with practical advice and feedback, I feel so much more prepared for what lies ahead in my new career as an author."
Anna, author
"Sometimes you don’t quite know what you’re looking for until you find it. That was this coaching."
"Every session left me clearer, calmer, and more connected to my writing."
Grateful debut author