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Liisa Kovala
Author & Book Coach
My mission is to empower women to discover
their sisu (strength, courage, and determination)
both in their writing and in themselves.
I write about strong female protagonists with sisu, a Finnish concept that refers to determination in the face of great adversity, and I want women to find the same in their writing and themselves.
Do you dream of writing a novel or memoir but just can’t seem to find the time? Are you an teacher feeling burdened by the pressures of your career and daily life? As an educator, published author, and Author Accelerator certified book coach, I can help you find your inner sisu and revitalize your creativity by guiding you through the book writing process.
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But what if you don't identify as female? What if you’re not a teacher? If you believe in the importance of education, the equality of women, and the necessity of women-centred stories, you are most welcome in this community. I’m here for you, too.
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Are you a teacher or retired teacher? Check out my free workbook designed especially for you.
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WHAT IS A BOOK COACH?
A book coach is a combination of editor, mentor, sounding board, cheerleader, emotional support person, and project manager. A book coach guides you to complete your goals, whether it is an initial plan for the seed of an idea, a first draft of a novel, a revision of a finished draft, or a pathway to publishing.
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Let’s be honest: there are no guarantees, but working with a book coach can help you move your project forward and save you time and frustration compared to going it alone. The magic happens when you’re open to ideas and trust yourself to dig deeper.
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Book coaching is a collaboration. During the process, we’ll discuss your particular needs and find solutions to the problems you are encountering. I’ll provide feedback on your written work, and we’ll discuss it in one-on-one video calls. This process can help you improve your craft, gain confidence, and create a plan for your next steps.
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I coach writers at various stages of their journey in multiple genres and categories. I'm particularly passionate about women's stories and love historical fiction, women's fiction, memoir, and young adult.
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Interested in learning more? Contact me and let's get started.
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Interested in becoming a book coach?
Author Accelerator is on a mission to raise the bar on book coaching – to help book coaches run successful, sustainable businesses helping writers do their best work. They have trained and certified more than 100 book coaches (including me!) through their Book Coach Certification program. If you’re interested in doing this work yourself, click here to find out what book coaching is and become a certified book coach yourself.
