Next mini-program (6 weeks) begins on June 12th, 2021!
In this 12-week (or 6-week) writer coaching program you will work intensively with Literary Agent Sam Hiyate and fellow writers to improve your craft, create the best version of your fiction or non-fiction book, and learn how to pursue a publishing deal from an expert with a track record of launching bestsellers.
Do you have an incredible story that’s bursting to get out into the world, but you can’t quite seem to find the right voice? Unsure how to structure it? Or maybe you have a completed manuscript, but want to make sure it’s polished and ready for publishing?
At the end of this 12- or 6-week program you’ll raise your writing and your book to the next level.
What does this program look like from the inside? Here's a behind the scenes video from one of our programs.
Picture holding the first printed copy of your book in your hands, on store shelves around the world, and thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon. This 12-week (or 6-week) intensive mentorship will help you get there.
This program is led by Sam Hiyate, a literary agent with more than 30+ years of experience in the publishing industry. He’s published multiple bestsellers, and he knows great writing and what publishers—and readers—are looking for.
There is no better motivation for writers than to share your work and get instant feedback. In this program you will share your work (up to 20 pages each week) and receive helpful feedback and guidance from Literary Agent Sam Hiyate and other writers in the program.
Consider this a type of “Writer Boot Camp” that will build you into a better writer, help you finish your book faster, and create the best, most polished product at the end of 6 or 12 weeks.
From our experience helping hundreds of writers with their books (and being writers ourselves), we know that writers improve fastest when they share their writing, get feedback, then incorporate that information into their work.
The best kind of feedback is from an expert in the field, someone who has guided numerous authors to bestseller status over a 30+ year career in publishing, like Literary Agent Sam Hiyate, who will lead this coaching program.
Because this program is limited to 8 writers, everyone will have a chance to share their work each week and receive critical feedback to revise and improve their manuscript, both from Literary Agent Sam Hiyate and their peers.
At the end of the 6 or 12-week program you will have part or all of a book written, and you will be well-positioned to publish, either traditionally or by self-publishing.
This coaching program is led bySam Hiyate, literary agent and President ofThe Rights Factory, an international literary agency based in Toronto.
In his30+ year publishing careerhe has launched the careers of numerousNew York Times&Globe and Mail bestselling authors.
Sam has published bestselling authors including:
He teaches creative writing at theUniversity of Toronto and publishing atRyerson University.
Enrol in this program and you'll also get:
We have designed a program that’s meant to support writers who are at many stages in the writing process, but this is not for everyone. The format and approach will likely not suit the following writers:
In this program you will improve your writing, create the best version of your book, and get published faster, all under the guidance of an expert literary agent with more than 30 years of experience, in a supportive, motivating environment surrounded by your peers. The cost for 12 sessions and ongoing engagement via Slack is USD $1,295 (approx. CAD $1,650)—and half-price for any 6-week program.
Want even more intensive mentorship? Add one or more 45-minute 1-on-1 sessions with Sam Hiyate for $135.
"I can’t remember a more enjoyable and informative presentation. Sam's stories from the world of publishing vividly illustrated his points. His ability to focus on each person’s work and rearrange elements showed directorial genius… I am very glad I attended and look forward to querying Sam when I am further along in [my writing].”
– Tim Christian, Victoria
"I had a wonderful time with Sam yesterday. Could you please extend my appreciation to him for his time and all his invaluable advice? I cannot thank you and Sam enough for organizing this unique opportunity for new novelists such as myself. I hope to have another meeting with him in the future."
– Yale Wang, Toronto
“What I love about working with Sam is that it gives me a greater understanding of the industry. You can try to study creative writing in a class, but it's hard to learn what will set you apart until you work with someone who sells books for a living! If your goal is to eventually publish, I think Sam's advice and support is invaluable. He has added tremendous value to my near-finished manuscript.”
– Amy Dixon, Toronto
Our Guarantee: In our company’s 5-year history we’ve never needed to issue a refund because a client was unhappy. Still, in the unlikely event that you become our first, we will return 100% of your payment.
Still, we realize that life happens. If you need to withdraw from the program early, here are our refund policies:
Contact us and we'll be happy to discuss your specific situation and answer all questions.
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