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Helping Mandy Driver Strengthen Her Fantasy Novel

Client:  Mandy Driver, Fantasy Fiction Writer

The Challenges and Opportunities

The Challenge: Refining an Ambitious Fantasy Novel

A passionate fantasy writer, Mandy created a complex world filled with vivid characters and intricate plotlines. She had a strong foundation for her novel but needed help refining certain aspects to ensure the story flowed seamlessly and resonated with readers. Mandy sought expert guidance to ensure her characters’ motivations were clear, the pacing was right, and the fantasy world she’d built was grounded in reality.

Leanne’s Approach: Chapter-by-Chapter Coaching


Leanne worked with Mandy on a chapter-by-chapter basis, providing specific feedback on improving the story’s flow and character development. She helped Mandy enhance the depth of her characters, ensuring their motivations were clear and consistent throughout the novel. Leanne also assisted Mandy with fine-tuning the pacing, ensuring key plot points were well-balanced and that the world-building was believable and engaging. This process allowed Leanne to guide Mandy step by step, offering tailored advice to strengthen the manuscript.


The Outcome: A Stronger Story and a Clearer Path Forward


By the time they finished their work together, Mandy had a more cohesive and well-rounded manuscript. Leanne helped her remove story elements that weren’t working, ensuring the plot made sense and the characters were fully realised. Although Mandy’s novel was left unfinished due to personal circumstances, Leanne’s support allowed her to see where the story was headed and gave her the confidence to continue. 

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The Authors Review;


"So happy I found Red Pencil for book coaching on my first novel/manuscript, it has been precisely what I needed. Leanne is so encouraging and helpful, I honestly can't believe how much hope it has given me to be able to move forwards again with my writing. I feel like being able to work with Leanne and to bounce ideas off her and to have her experience with the editing process has been invaluable. We meet every fortnight to discuss what is needed next, and we work together on a few chapters at a time, which works especially well for me."

 Mandy Driver, Fantasy Fiction Writer

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