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Ask Amy for Advice!

You don't always need another checklist. Sometimes you just need to talk your Author Auntie who has been there. 


If you're overwhelmed by publishing choices, this is your chance to sit down with an experienced author and talk it through.

What this Is

A private, 1-on-1 consultation focused on

  • Talking through your publishing and writing questions
  • Untangling confusion
  • Helping you see the forest, the trees, and navigating a path through

What You Can Bring To The Call

😐︎ "I don't know what to do next" feelings

😐︎ Confusion about indie and traditional publishing paths

😐︎ Interpreting editorial / beta reader feedback

😐 ︎Overwhelmed! With All The Internet Opinions!

😐︎ Marketing problems - You've tried all the things but nothing seems to work.

😐︎ That one writing / publishing problem you can't stop thinking about

Whether you're an experienced author who needs a second opinion or a newbie trying to sort through the options, Amy can help!

Client Testimonial

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"I'm an experienced author with seven years of consistent newsletter writing, and I've gone to plenty of newsletter training sessions and read books on the topic. Amy dove into six months of my newsletter content, came up with recommendations that played on my strengths in ways that work for me. Instead of a to-do list with new things I needed to master, I left with a list of ideas to stretch what I'm already doing and make it more effective--right away."

Rebecca Hunter
ViVIAN AWARD WINNER

What We'll Do Together

During your hour, Amy will:

  • Listen carefully to what’s actually going on
  • Ask clarifying questions to get to the real issue
  • Share perspective from real publishing experience
  • Help you talk through options out loud
  • Help you leave with clarity and actionable next steps
Amy Z Chan author of escapist happily ever afters, romcoms, romantic comedies, romance

Client Testimonial

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Looking for advice, I signed up for classes, newsletters, and joined my local writer's organization. But all the options for self-publishing were paralyzing! I didn't know if I should do what my friends were doing or follow my dream on the traditional path. My session with Amy helped get me thinking about my "why" for writing. She didn't sugarcoat things in the way that everyone trying to sell you something does. I appreciate that. Amy truly is like an author "Aunty," but less judgy and more supportive. I'm so glad I talked to her!

V.H. Lee
Author

Who This is For

This consultation is perfect if you:

  • Feel overwhelmed or stuck in your writing and / or publishing journey
  • Are tired of conflicting advice online
  • Are ready for personalized guidance
  • Want reassurance before making a decision
  • Need a calm, experienced voice

Who This Is NOT For

  • Authors looking for "fast hacks" (which are never one-size-fits-all) 
  • Anyone not ready to hear honest feedback like, “That might not work the way you think it will”
  • Anyone unwilling to revisit assumptions that may not be serving them
  • Anyone seeking legal or financial Advice (I hire other people for that!)

Why Work with Amy?

Amy has written under multiple indie pen names, reviewed for Publishers Weekly, and been trained at Vassar and the Clarion West Writers’ Workshop. 

When you work with Amy, you get:

  • An experienced author — insight from someone who’s been there
  • Pattern recognition — she’s seen these challenges before
  • Calm no-upsell honesty — advice you can trust

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1-on-1 Consultation

One hour of dedicated time with Amy for thoughtful discussion, experienced insight, and confident author journey decisions.

$129

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What are you waiting for? Let’s take the next step in your author journey!

Book your 1-on-1 with Amy now!