Elite Virtual Intensive

Brand-to-Book: The Elite Virtual Intensive for Non-Fiction

This intensive is designed for expert leaders, business entrepreneurs, self-help professionals, and coaches who want to launch or grow their business quickly and become known as the go-to expert in their field.

During this focused 2-day Zoom intensive we work together to create and produce a professionally written manuscript or book proposal that will help you brand your expertise and establish your credibility so you can attract the high-paying clients you deserve to work with.

Through this process, I will help you create a Book Blueprint. You leave the intensive with the tools you need to complete your first draft or revise your existing draft effortlessly.

Here's What You'll Receive:

I arrive to our intensive having discussed your writing and publishing goals and thoroughly read either your existing manuscript or ideas for a book. Together we will:

Pinpoint your ideal client – who you’re writing for.
Develop the framework and structure of your book, including: The Table of Contents, brand-enforcing chapter titles & a one-line pitch for each chapter.
Come up with a must-buy title that reflects your unique brand.
Devise the secret ingredient for selected chapters that will convert readers into clients.
Fill out the content for each chapter.
Create a roadmap for completion to streamline the book-writing process so you know exactly what needs to be done and how to approach the process. You will come away from this intensive feeling refreshed and equipped.

You will also receive:

A recording of our session which allows you to be fully present and not have to worry about note taking. You’ll love being able to refer time and again to the valuable advice.
The workbook and the annotated manuscript or proposal.

The End Result:

You leave the intensive knowing exactly what will go in your book or book proposal and how to approach the writing task.

You will have a marketable manuscript or book proposal that reflects and enhances your brand.

With my proven system and guidance, you will craft the kind of book that will help you go from big business idea to completed manuscript or book proposal in as little as 90 days…with minimal interruption to your business.

Testimonials

What my clients say...

I had the privilege of working with Diane on my book proposal through her Elite Intensive program, which was amazing. Her attention to detail and ability to take my ideas and structure them into a marketable proposal was nothing short of brilliant. If you want to work with someone that can not only get your proposal to the level it needs to be, but also offer so much additional expertise from her own personal successes and experience — Diane O’Connell is your editor.

Alka DhillonAuthor of The OM Factor: A Woman’s Spiritual Guide to Leadership

Diane O’Connell’s skills go well beyond editing. She knows how to structure the non-fiction book so that it works for not just readers, but as importantly, the media. Her ability to look at the big picture and break it down into manageable parts has greatly contributed to the success of The Art of the Visit. The book is better because of Diane’s involvement, and that is about the highest accolade possible.

Kathy BertoneAuthor of the bestselling etiquette guide, The Art of the Visit: Being the Perfect Host/Becoming the Perfect Guest

Want to sell your book? You need Diane O’Connell. I have worked with many editors, but no one gets your idea or manuscript in shape and ready to be scooped up by a publisher as well as she can. Diane has fresh ideas, excellent insight, and knows the market inside out. You can’t ask for more in terms of dedication, professionalism, and caring. The bonus: Diane is delightful to work with.

Susan Newman, PhD.Bestselling parenting author of The Case for the Only Child

Diane O’Connell has served as my trusted editor and wise teacher as this book went from raw manuscript into book form. I can’t thank her enough for effectively challenging me to pull even more clarity out of my thoughts, for ensuring that I remain true to the aim and intention behind this work and for guiding me through this new experience. Throughout it all, she has always treated me with such a warm and gentle touch. Thank you for giving this project your all. I am eternally grateful.

Nate GarvisAuthor of Naked Civics

I took Diane’s 2-day Elite Intensive and I couldn’t be more pleased. When Diane and I started working together, I had ideas and a draft that repeated itself over and over. Diane helped me shape and refine my ideas into a book that I was excited to write. She is a masterful developmental editor and an excellent communicator, and I highly recommend her!

Nancy RoseAuthor of Raise the Child You’ve Got — Not the One You Want

Contact Diane

To find out if this plan is right for you — and if we’re a good match — please fill out my Author Info Form below. After reviewing it, I will get back to you with next steps.