You’re ready to write a book that helps you heal.

But you’re stuck. Or overwhelmed. Or you’re lost in Revision Land. Write your memoir or nonfiction book with award-winning writer & editor Shannon Sexton.

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If you have a bright idea—for a memoir or a transformational nonfiction book—but you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or in the weeds, I can help. If you’ve got a manuscript but you don’t know how to fix it. If you’re pitching your book, but all you hear are crickets. If you need to escape the noise and do deep work. If you want a thought partner, a guide, an editor. I can help.

I’ve helped hundreds of writers dig deep, find their story, and publish their best work.

Hi, I’m Shannon.

I have 20+ years of experience shaping stories & strategies that help us heal. First in academia, then at two national magazines, and now as a book coach & developmental editor. I help memoirists and nonfiction experts write their best books.

I specialize in high-touch book coaching because I’ve seen how it helps writers get out of the weeds and finish their books. The journey to writing a book is labyrinthine. Follow me! I’ll guide you on the road to writing a book worth reading.

What My Clients Say

  • Shannon’s coaching gave me a much-needed boost to my querying process! Her keen editorial instincts and nurturing coaching really helped me find my “hook.” She coached me through several rewrites of my query and overview, which helped me secure multiple requests from agents for materials—and multiple offers of representation. I know that my pitch materials and proposal were much sharper and clearer because of my coaching from Shannon. I’m eternally grateful!”

    Tamiko Nimura, author of three books including the forthcoming literary memoir, A Place For What We Lose: An Asian American Memoir of Reckoning and Resilience (Tacoma, WA)

  • Shannon is a wonderful editor and collaborator—and a much-needed friend in the challenging journey of writing, finishing and publishing a book. The “Blueprint” process that she coached me through was an eye-opening experience. She helped me focus on who my target audience was, what I specifically wished to convey and how effectively I delivered that message. Shannon's input was always kind and to the point. It would not be an exaggeration to say that she shaped how I think as a writer and a teacher.

    Anita Vallabh, Ph.D, author of two books including the forthcoming You Are Your Desires: How Ancient Indian Wisdom Will Help You Tap Into Your Desires and Shape Your Destiny (Chennai, India)