Should I Hire an Editor or a Coach?

There’s a reason that the writers you look up to are successful. Yes they’re talented and hard working. But they’ve also found editors and coaches that help them create with confidence, ease, and joy. These writers have learned they need support to overcome self doubt, strengthen their skills, and shine. If you’re ready to invest in your creativity, hiring a developmental editor or a coach is one of the most powerful ways you can grow. It’s less expensive than getting an MFA, but way more personal and strategic. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure how to turn your idea into a book, hiring an editor or a coach will help you move forward in a way nothing else can.

Both editors and coaches can help you become a better writer, but it can be really tricky to know who to hire, because there are differences in style and personality, titles vary, and writers need different kinds of support at different stages of the publishing process. Everyone has their own definitions, but here’s how I think of editors and coaches. (I’m both!) And if you’re still feeling unsure about who to hire, scroll down for a quiz that will help you decide!