Yes, you can write a novel, and I can help.

Fiction Book Coaching for Writers Balancing Classrooms, Kids, and Big Creative Dreams

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Plan Your Novel: A Guided Course for Teacher Moms
This course runs five Sundays on Zoom and includes step-by-step teaching and live coaching designed for teachers who are balancing classroom life and motherhood. You will leave with a clear plan, so you know exactly what to write next.

  • Feb 22–Mar 22

  • Sundays, 10–11am EST (Zoom, recorded)

  • $250, limited to 15 writers

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Fiction book coach, Miranda Keskes, has shoulder-length wavy auburn hair and is smiling while holding a notebook and pen in a room with bookshelves in the background.

Hi! I’m Miranda, an author, former high school teacher, and Author Accelerator Fiction Book Coach. I believe anyone can write a novel if they have the right tools, mindset, and accountability.

That’s where I come in. As a book coach, I can help you finally write that novel that’s trapped in your head or collecting dust in your Google Drive.

Not sure if you need a book coach? Let me ask you a few questions…

  • Do you have an idea for a novel but have no idea how to start?

  • Do you feel guilty about wanting to write a novel because you think your children and students need all your time and attention?

  • Are you afraid your writing or ideas aren’t “good” enough?

  • Have you been trying to write a novel for years and feel overwhelmed and stuck?

  • Have you written a novel (well done, you!) but don’t know if it’s ready to pitch or self-publish?

  • Are you the kind of person who writes in your car during your kid’s sports practice or in your classroom before the first bell rings?

  • Have you taken a few one-off writing classes, but you’re ready for something more consistent?

  • Do you need accountability and deadlines to get things done?

  • Do you believe it’s never too late to try something new or to follow a dream?

  • Are you ready to invest in your dream of becoming a novelist?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I’m here to help!

There are two ways to work with me: join my course or work with me 1-1.

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A five-week guided course that teaches you how to plan your novel step by step, in a way that fits your lifestyle and busy schedule.

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1-1 Book Coaching

Like having a private tutor, this is for writers who want individualized feedback, coaching calls, and accountability while planning, drafting, revising, and pitching.

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My mission: Provide the tools, accountability, and mindset you need to transform your vision into a finished novel.

Writers who want structure and momentum often start with my guided planning course, then continue with 1-1 support as they draft and revise.

Client Testimonials

  • ~ Christina Botbyl, romantasy writer (Novel Blueprint Intensive Course)

    “Miranda Keskes' Novel Blueprint Intensive offers a week of thoughtful instruction and opportunities to explore, develop, and reflect on a novel idea, whether you are just starting or deep into the writing process. As someone with a first iteration of a Novel Blueprint, the timing of this course was perfect as it allowed me to revisit my ideas and dive deeper. Through methodically introducing each stage of the Novel Blueprint, facilitating discussions about participants' novel ideas, asking key questions, and leading practical activities during the course, Miranda helped me to recognize the additional work that I needed to do to dive deeper into my own Novel Blueprint. The Novel Blueprint Intensive has allowed me to bring my story and my intentions more into alignment. I knew I needed this and every day during this short course was affirming and helped me to move forward!”

  • ~ Stephanie Thomas, contemporary writer (Novel Blueprint Intensive Course)

    “I loved the ability to collaborate and think through story decisions purposefully!”

  • ~ Christina Botbyl, romantasy writer (Novel Momentum Coaching)

    I wasn't anywhere near having a first draft to work with, but I decided to give book coaching a shot after participating in the Novel Blueprint Intensive Course. At the end of three months, I had definitely accomplished a fair amount, and a lot of it was due to Mandy's coaching. She listened. She asked great questions. She provided just-in-time feedback. I considered taking a break after that initial three months to continue developing my novel, but I decided to continue. After all, writing can be a very lonely journey, and it had already been helpful to have someone to listen to my plot ideas, to talk about my characters, to discuss what makes a scene, to guide me through mapping out the tent poles of my novel, and so much more. These conversations, I realized, were bringing my story to life and making this whole idea that I was writing a novel a real thing. Now, I am on track to have a complete first draft of my novel!

  • ~ Emily Climaco, satire writer (Novel Manuscript Review)


    “Mandy is a delightful and thorough book coach! She read my work closely, giving valuable insights for revision in clear steps. I appreciate that she also offered examples of other novelists to study. She is generous with her time and expertise, and I highly recommend her services.”

  • ~ Megan M, romance writer (Novel Manuscript Review)

    “Mandy is incredibly supportive and a wonderful listener! After reading and reviewing my work, she then takes the time to understand how I’m feeling about it and what I’m trying to accomplish before offering thoughtful ways to bring those ideas to life. Her feedback is spot on! Gently challenging when needed. Her insight has helped me refine and deepen my manuscript in meaningful ways by building on what’s already working.”

  • ~ Anne Kilfoyle, literary fiction writer (Agent-Ready Pitch Coaching)

    “Working with Mandy has provided invaluable accountability and support in finishing my novel and pitching to agents. She’s a knowledgeable guide, teammate, and cheerleader rolled in one! Mandy also has the magical ability to keep a sense of humor while taking her role very seriously—she’s a blast to work with, and I get that sense that she simply won’t let me fail. I highly recommend sharing your writing journey with her!”

I have a passion for coaching:

  • teachers and moms because they spend so much of their time helping others, often at the expense of their own dreams.

  • teenagers because I love helping them channel their energy and enthusiasm into a creative project they can feel proud of.

  • any writer who feels compelled to make the world a little brighter with their words.

Think you don’t possibly have the time to write a novel?

Let me stop you right there.

I started my paid writing career while teaching full-time and raising two toddlers. If I can do it, you can do it too!

It’s not selfish to make time for your own dreams. It’s inspiring!

My coaching superpower: I’m highly organized and have a strong attention to detail. I’m also a champion for writers. I’ll celebrate you every step of the way!

Fiction book coach, Miranda Keskes, is smiling, sitting in a chair, wearing a purple top and pink cardigan, with a laptop in front of her decorated with various stickers and a bookshelf filled with books in the background.
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