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Ready to write your first book, find your voice, or learn to advocate for your work? Below you’ll find Meredith’s current range of courses, webinars, workshops, and 1:1 sessions.

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Meredith’s bestselling book Brag Better: Master the Art of Fearless Self-Promotion, put her framework for strategic self-promotion on the map — and nearly two decades of experience in communications, PR, and publishing have made her one of the most sought-after voices in the industry. She’s written dozens of book proposals for clients, guided writers from first draft to deal, and specializes in non-fiction and non-traditional voices finding their way into major publishing houses.

Beyond 1:1 consulting on book proposals and the publishing landscape, Meredith occasionally collaborates on full books and manuscripts. She also maintains a trusted network of ghostwriters and editors she recommends and works with closely. She is a frequent speaker for brands, companies, and events, and creates custom workshops tailored to what each client actually needs. To explore any of those services, reach out directly.

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How to Write a Book Proposal | May 2026 Program

Live One-Month Cohort

A high-touch, live program for writers who want expert guidance, real feedback, accountability, and direct access to the publishing world while building a serious, sellable book proposal alongside a curated group of peers.

Over four weeks, we work together live to shape, pressure-test, and strengthen your proposal using the same framework I use with private clients.

How it works

Each week includes:

  • Live teaching and discussion sessions

  • Open Q&A on publishing, agents, editors, and positioning, as well as your specific projects and next steps

  • Live proposal reviews, editing, and feedback

  • Weekly coworking sessions to make real progress

  • Opportunity to see other proposals being shaped and refined

  • Strategic guidance on approaching agents and positioning your work

  • Structured worksheets and materials

This is not just a curriculum. The core value is live access, feedback, and momentum.

What’s included

  • Four weeks of live programming, teaching, and Q&A

  • Live proposal reviews and group editing

  • Weekly coworking sessions

  • One-on-one sessions (as included in your cohort tier)

  • All worksheets and materials, plus session recordings

  • High-level peer networking within a small, curated group

What you’ll build

By the end of the cohort, you will have:

  • A clear, compelling book concept

  • A polished proposal overview

  • Defined audience and market positioning

  • A strong chapter-by-chapter outline

  • Strategic clarity on next steps with agents and submissions

Investment

  • $6,500 USD (Or two payments of $3,600 — please email me if you're interested.)

    Enrollment is limited to maintain a high-touch experience.

Who this is for

This cohort is for you if you want live feedback, accountability, and direct access to insider publishing insight. If you learn best through discussion and interaction, want momentum and structure, and peer connection, and you're serious about finishing and positioning a proposal.

$6,500.00
1:1 Coaching Session | 1 Hour

60-Minute Session with Meredith

After your purchase, we’ll be in touch to set up a time for the session.

During these sessions we can discuss anything you’d like, including:

  • Book Ideation: What is a book? That sounds ridiculous, but what does it mean to write one? What story do you have to tell? And how should you begin to think about telling it?

  • How to Write a Proposal: A nonfiction book proposal is a very specific document, and I will walk you through how to write it. This document has to be formulated to get and retain eyeballs for funding your idea.

  • How to Get an Agent: How do you approach an agent? When should you approach an agent?

  • How to Pitch a Book: Pitching anyone on your idea can be overwhelming. How should you frame it? 

  • How to Promote a Book: Independent book press is necessary. Publishing houses aren’t concerned you can write a book; they are concerned you can sell it.

$595.00

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  • “If you do anything to invest in yourself this year, trust me and enroll in Meredith Fineman's Proposal Writing Course. Meredith is truly Publishing's It Girl with incredible and unique insight about the industry and how to navigate it. I signed up for her course to finally light the fire under me to pursue my goal of writing a book. What I received far exceeded my expectations.”

  • “The opposite of a gatekeeper, Meredith offers high-level, consumable lessons that are easy-to-understand as well as actionable modules that help move work forward. I cannot recommend her enough and encourage anyone interested in shifting their practice for the better to work with her.”st Item

  • “Meredith gave me permission to believe I could write and sell a book, and that kind of encouragement stays with you long after the cohort ends.”

  • “I feel indebted to the course because it helped me chip away at the imposter syndrome I've carried for a long time, and gave me the tools to be a more confident, polished, professional version of myself. I will keep practicing the tools the course gave me now and into the future.”

  • “Holy crap! Best session ever!”

Not sure where in your book publishing journey I could help you out? I can support you at any step (or at all of them).

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    Clarify the Idea

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    Create the Proposal

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    Pitch the Agent

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    Write the Manuscript

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    Prepare for Publication

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    Promote the Book