Work With Me!

Hi! I’m Heather. I’m a certified book coach, developmental editor, podcaster, summit creator… and fellow writer.

You want to create a novel as powerful as the ones you’ve read. The kind of story readers become obsessed with and talk about for years.

The kind they stay up way too late reading. The kind that makes readers cry on TikTok, draw fan art of your characters, and create subreddits shipping your protagonist with completely the wrong (but oh-so-right) person.

I want to help you get there.

What Writers Are Saying About My Coaching, Classes, & Curriculum

"Heather is a brilliant book coach for speculative fiction writers. She's bursting with great ideas, she has an incredibly in-depth and mature story sense, and she is so well-read. She keeps in mind the many story models out there without ever hewing to one, helping you understand how to best develop your story. Her insights into my story are always delivered with kindness and "you can do this" and I have yet to disagree with one comment she's made. I could not write this novel without her. Don't hesitate to work with her."
Jen Louden
Jen LoudenNational Best-Selling Author & Writing Coach
Before working with Heather, I was stuck in developmental edit purgatory. I didn’t know how to identify, let alone fix the issues, all I knew was that it wasn’t working. Heather did more than provide instruction, she gave me confidence. She boosted my spirits, reassured me that all of my frustrations were part of the process and more importantly, she made me believe that I could actually do this. With her help, I re-outlined and re-wrote a 98k word draft in six months. The draft was in such good shape that all the remaining revisions and edits took only a few more months. It sounds dramatic, but thanks to her guidance, that disjointed collection of scenes is now a complete and compelling story. I am proud to query this manuscript knowing it is strong, marketable, and true to my vision. I cannot recommend Heather enough to any writer who feels stuck, scared or lost.
Katherine V.Writer
Interiority! Emotionality! Conflict! If you want to up your game, Heather will show you how to sift these critical concepts into your writing like cinnamon into butter. I'm so pleased with the transformation her help has wrought upon my third novel, I plan on enlisting her to resurrect (languishing in its drawer) my second!
Mark DavidAuthor
"I cannot say enough about the value I have received from working with Heather over the last six+ months. I have been able to evolve the startings of a pretty cheesy fairytale that I didn’t think had much potential to a full framework/story arc and ~70 pages of good, thoughtful content and scenes. My characters are interesting, my story is relevant and the theme feels important in a way that it fully lacked when I got started. The tools and tips are provided in a way that meet the particular writing challenge in the right way to be useful and implementable. She effortlessly provides high level guidance and nitty gritty grammar commentary and it is all helpful through the process. Before I met with Heather I felt alone in a cave, wondering if there really was a way out or if I should give up. With Heather, I have had a guide through the darkest, gnarliest challenges a new writer faces and it feels good to have faced the challenge to grow as a writer under her guidance."
Katrina G.Fantasy Writer
"This class was fantastic. I also love how she teaches. The long, in-depth lessons broken up with walkthroughs, practice, examples, and feedback on students' work make everything click in a way shorter formats never quite manage. And the way she answers questions is so clear and pedagogical. Now I'm just looking forward to all the lessons still to come."
Marita B.Writer
"I couldn't be happier with the approach that Heather took with me when I was looking for book coaching for my romantic-tragedy novel. Her knowledge, expertise, helpfulness, and creativity were indispensable in getting me out of a creative rut and cut to the heart of my story. She has a deep understanding of character motivation and backstory and her open-ended questions helped me resolve plot logic and come up with further plot points without losing the core of what I wanted to say. Heather was there to provide much-needed encouragement and inspiration that had allowed me to fall in love with my story all over again. I'll carry her thoughtful, considered approach with me for whatever lies ahead, and I am grateful for her passion, intuition, and support. I made more progress during our first video conference call than I had in the previous 18 months!"
Stuart WakefieldAuthor
"The class provided a usable and repeatable structure for writing and revising scenes. I am looking at them now from a whole new perspective and it has been eye opening.  No more having to ask myself if the scene lands, if it has the tension it needs. I am using the knowledge gained from the class to evaluate and rewrite scenes to ramp up that delicious tension - and my characters are all the more interesting for it. I already see an improvement in my writing and the skills gained will only continue to deepen and strengthen my work. I learned so much I couldn’t wait to sign up for the next class."
Jane W.Writer
"There is a lot of information out there, but Heather manages to find a way to distill it in practical, digestible chunks which I can immediately apply to my own work. I enjoy her classes and also the positive energy she brings which encourages me to keep going! I hope I can work more with her in the future and encourage any aspiring writer to do the same."
Nina K.Writer
"I wholeheartedly recommend Heather Davis as Book Coach to any author working on a manuscript, whether it's their first or fifth. Her insight and knowledge about great narrative and her passion for getting to the deep heart of your characters is invaluable. She brings an objective eye to your work to determine the strengths and weaknesses while offering a wealth of strategies to help you forge ahead with greater clarity. Heather's coaching has been pivotal in helping me overcome specific writing challenges and continue to progress towards completing my manuscript, all the while reminding me to celebrate the little victories achieved throughout the process. When you think you can't keep going or your self-doubt is threatening to sabotage your writing - Heather is the motivator and cheer squad you need."
Karen EastwoodAuthor
"When I first decided to follow my crazy dream to write a novel, I thought I could do the same thing I had done when writing poetry or short stories – just start writing, and everything would fall into place naturally. It doesn’t happen like that for novels. I found out after scratching out a few pages of great words that didn’t go anywhere. After fighting with impostor syndrome and myself, I looked for a book coach, someone who could help me make my words become a novel. When I “met” Heather Davis online, it all fell into place. Her style, her caring, and her energy made me know she was my guide. Heather is tough, but caring; she won’t baby you as you write, but she will genuinely get involved and help you GROW as an author. I have never regretted my choice!"
Jim WeemsAuthor
Heather, your voice is so soothing and reassuring, as is your writing wisdom. Thank you for sharing both an overview of what worldbuilding entails and walking us through specific areas of worldbuilding within Educated. The highlighted pages helped me see how interior narrative can be woven into a scene to deepen connection and understanding.
Dirty, Messy, Alive Summit AttendeeWriter
I didn't think I needed this, but --wow!--Heather's presentation was full of tips and secrets and things I hadn't considered before. So very glad I took a peek at it. Once I did I was riveted. I learned so much!
Dirty, Messy, Alive Summit AttendeeWriter
This woman is a SUPER PRO PRESENTER! I love how well-organized this presentation was, how it proceeded logically and clearly, building toward the finale.
Dirty, Messy, Alive Summit AttendeeWriter

Here's how I can help...

The Many Worlds Drafting Club

Are you looking for a cozy, encouraging place to deepen your storytelling skills while actively writing your novel?

The Many Worlds Drafting Club (which kicks off July 2026) is designed for speculative fiction writers who want support, guidance, community, and real momentum as they draft and revise their stories.

Whether you’re writing your very first novel or returning to the page after previous attempts, this space was created to help you keep growing, learning, and moving forward with confidence. Inside the Club, we study storytelling deeply, ask big questions about craft, celebrate each other’s progress, and continue showing up for the work together.

You’ll join a passionate, supportive group of writers actively drafting novels alongside you while learning the storytelling techniques that make stories emotionally powerful, immersive, and unforgettable.

This is a space for writers who believe stories matter.

A space to write, learn, revise, dream bigger, and slowly build a novel you’re genuinely proud of.

Come grab your coffee or tea and write with us for a while. 🌻

Learn more.

Book a FREE 30 Minute Discovery Session

Private 1:1 Book Coaching with Heather

Are you an experienced writer ready to take your novel-writing skills to the next level?

Imagine having a writing mentor, story expert, and personal cheerleader all rolled into one.

That’s what private book coaching with me is like.

In our sessions, your novel gets the spotlight. Together, we’ll untangle plot problems, deepen character arcs and themes, strengthen emotional impact, and make sure your story is delivering on the promises of its genre and market. You’ll receive personalized guidance, expert eyes on your pages, and honest (but kind!) feedback designed to help you grow fast.

Whether you’re stuck trying to create an outline that actually works or looking to overhaul a manuscript that isn’t quite coming together yet, you’ll have a trusted coach in your corner, someone deeply invested in helping you write the best novel you’re capable of writing and become the strongest storyteller you can become.

This is perfect for experienced writers who are ready to go deep, commit to their craft, and make serious progress on their manuscript.

Not sure if private coaching is the right fit?

Schedule a low-pressure discovery session to see if we click, chat about your story, and explore whether 1:1 coaching is the next best step for you.

✨Private coaching starts at $1,200 for 2x/month.

Book a FREE 30 Minute Discovery Session

Full Developmental Edit

This isn’t just an edit. It’s a deep, story-first excavation of your novel’s beating heart.

Developmental editing with me means rolling up our sleeves and diving into everything that makes your book your book, from plot and character arcs to structure, pacing, emotionality, stakes, dialogue, style, and voice. I don’t skim the surface. I dig deep to help you strengthen, clarify, and fine-tune your novel from the inside out.

I approach every manuscript with both kindness and clarity, offering tough but supportive feedback from an aerial view of the story as a whole. My goal is not simply to point out what isn’t working, but to help you understand why it isn’t working and how to fix it so you can grow into the strongest storyteller possible.

As I move through your manuscript, I’m constantly evaluating the foundational layers of the novel and asking questions like:

• Are we starting in the right place, and in the right way?
• Does the cause-and-effect logic actually hold up across scenes?
• Do the characters feel emotionally resonant, real, and believable?
• Are their arcs satisfying and earned?
• Is the structure building momentum or slowing the story down?
• Are the stakes strong enough to keep readers turning pages?
• Is the emotional journey landing on the page?
• Is the interiority immersive and compelling?
• Is the backstory woven in naturally and effectively?
• Are the scenes actually working both externally and emotionally?
• Is the voice compelling, distinct, and true to you?

I also pay close attention to recurring storytelling issues throughout the manuscript, including things like weak interiority, unclear motivations, pacing problems, emotional disconnects, repetitive scene structure, story logic inconsistencies, or plot elements that aren’t landing as powerfully as they could.

If there are specific plotlines, character dynamics, or structural choices weakening the novel, I will call attention to them directly and explain why they may not be working for readers.

Because I do such a deep analysis of every manuscript, my editorial letters are typically 20–30 pages in length. These letters not only highlight what is already working beautifully in your novel, but also identify the core issues I’m seeing and provide concrete, actionable suggestions for revision so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

You’ll receive:

• A 10-15 page editorial letter full of big-picture insights, recurring craft observations, and a clear roadmap for revision
• Your manuscript marked with thoughtful, scene-specific inline comments
• A 1-hour Zoom call where we’ll unpack the feedback together, answer questions, brainstorm solutions, and make a plan for your next draft

This process is designed not just to improve your manuscript, but to help you improve as a storyteller.

Whether you’re trying to untangle a messy middle, strengthen your character arcs, overhaul a draft that isn’t quite working yet, or elevate a promising manuscript into something truly compelling, you’ll have a trusted story expert in your corner the entire way through.

My goal is simple: to help you write the best novel you’re capable of writing.

I work from standard manuscript formatting (12-pt Times New Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins).

Ready to take your novel to the next level?

Let’s start with a free discovery call to talk through where you are, where you’re stuck, and how I can help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and excitement about your story again.

Developmental editing starts at $0.040 per word (~$3,400 for an 85,000-word manuscript).

Book a FREE 15 Minute Developmental Edit Chat