Author Accelerator
Turn your book idea into a clear, compelling outline, with expert support beside you every step of the way.
You know there’s a book in you.
Maybe the idea has been floating around in your mind for years. Maybe you have notes scattered across notebooks, voice memos, or half-finished documents. Or perhaps you have started before, only to stop because the whole thing felt too overwhelming.
You do not need to have it all figured out before you begin.
You need space to think, a proven process to guide you, and someone in your corner who can help you turn what feels like a big, messy idea into a book you are genuinely excited and prepared to write.
Author Accelerator is an eight-week private, one-to-one experience designed to take you from uncertainty to a clear book concept, purposeful structure, and detailed outline.
By the end, you will know exactly what you are writing, who you are writing it for, how it will flow, and what you need to do next to bring it to life.
This is for you if...
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You have a book idea but do not know where to begin.
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You are unsure whether your idea is substantial enough for a full-length book.
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You have started writing before, then lost momentum because the process felt too big or unclear.
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You want your book to have a real purpose, whether that is sharing lived experience, creating a legacy, helping others, growing your authority, or opening up new opportunities.
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You are ready to stop second guessing yourself and start building a solid foundation for your book.
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You are ready to do the thinking and writing, with expert guidance to help you make confident decisions along the way.
This is not a generic course or a one-size-fits-all template.
Your experience is tailored around your book, your goals, your voice, and the readers you want to reach.
Over eight weeks, we will turn your idea into a book blueprint
Together, we will clarify the heart of your book and the change it is here to create.
We will get clear on your future reader, so you understand who you are speaking to and why your book will matter to them.
We will shape the content, flow, and chapter structure, making sure your book is cohesive and compelling, rather than simply a collection of thoughts or stories.
Then you will create a clear, practical outline that gives you the confidence to sit down and write, without staring at a blank page wondering what comes next.
Led by an experienced publishing professional
Author Accelerator is personally led by Michelle Ireland, Founder and Publishing Director of Willowcourt White.
For eight weeks, you will work directly with Michelle, drawing on her publishing expertise, editorial insight, and thoughtful guidance as your book takes shape. This is dedicated, one-to-one support, tailored entirely around your idea, your goals, and the book you want to create.
You will not be handed a generic template and left to figure it out alone. Michelle will help you make the important decisions with greater confidence, challenge and strengthen your thinking where needed, and give your book the clear, purposeful foundation it deserves.
What the experience looks like...
Weeks 1 and 2, clarity and direction
We begin with an onboarding call where I get to know you, your idea, and what you want your book to achieve. You will receive a customised concept document to help you explore your topic, your reader, and the bigger purpose behind the book. I will review your work and give you thoughtful, personalised feedback as your idea starts to sharpen.
Weeks 3 and 4, deepening the concept
We will meet again to work through your completed concept and uncover what needs more attention. You will return to the material with fresh insight, supported through WhatsApp and shared documents as we go deeper into what your book needs to say and how it needs to say it.
Weeks 5 and 6, shaping the structure
This is where the book begins to come together. We will explore chapters, topics, flow, and the journey you want to take your reader on. I will create additional shared documents where needed, based on your specific book and objectives. You will then begin building your outline, starting simply and adding detail as the structure becomes clear.
Weeks 7 and 8, finalising your writing roadmap
We will meet for a final working call to review your outline, answer questions, and make sure everything is flowing as it should. You will submit your finished outline for final feedback and practical notes to guide you confidently into the writing process.
Throughout the programme, you will receive...
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Three private 45-minute video calls with Michelle, Founder and Publishing Director
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Direct WhatsApp support with 48 response time with Michelle between calls, so you are not left stuck or trying to work everything out alone.
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Customised concept and planning documents tailored to you, your book, and your objectives.
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Detailed feedback on your ideas, concept, structure, and outline.
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A clear, approved outline to guide your writing from the very first page.
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The confidence that comes from knowing your book has been carefully considered, properly structured, and built with your reader in mind.
By the end of Author Accelerator, you will have...
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A nailed-down concept for your book, including exactly what you are writing about and why it matters.
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Clarity on the person you are writing for, so you can create a book that truly connects.
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A purposeful structure that allows your book to become more than a manuscript.
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A clearly defined outline that will guide your writing and help you maintain momentum.
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A stronger belief in your ability to write and publish the book you have been thinking about for so long.
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Most importantly, you will be ready to write.
Your Investment
Should you choose to continue into a full publishing package with Willowcourt White, your Author Accelerator investment is credited towards the cost of that package.
This means you can begin with the clarity and support you need now, while keeping a future publishing partnership open if and when it feels right for you.