How to Write a Book Proposal: The Self-Guided Program

$2,800.00

The private-client process, in a box — rebuilt top to bottom for 2026. Over four weeks, you’ll work through a self-guided program to develop a strong, sellable nonfiction book proposal.

This is a digital product. After you place your order, you’ll receive an email and PDF with access instructions. Don’t see it? Check your Promotions or Spam folder, and make sure to add meredith@meredithfineman.com to your contacts.

I’ve developed dozens of book proposals that sold. Private clients pay five figures for that process one-on-one. This program is that same thinking — the frameworks, the insider knowledge, the taste — packaged so you can run it yourself, for a fraction of the price.

The program consists of a 100+ page Proposal Workbook delivered as a usable digital document, built so that finishing the workbook means your proposal is drafted. Everything you need is built right in — links to corresponding video lessons, my Red Pen self-edit checklists, and the Publishing Insider 101 one-pagers. I’ll also send you quarterly State of the Market updates.

What’s included

  • A digital 120+ page Proposal Workbook. Inside it:

    • The full guided proposal build (finish it, and your proposal is drafted)

    • My Red Pen self-edit checklists

  • Links to dozens of corresponding video lessons

  • Meredith’s full proposal for Brag Better

  • The Publishing Insider101 one-pagers (glossary + how the money actually works)

  • Quarterly State of the Market updates emailed to you directly

What you’ll build

  • A clear, compelling book concept

  • A polished proposal overview and positioning

  • Defined audience and market framing

  • A full chapter outline

  • A strong understanding of how your proposal fits into the publishing landscape

What’s not included

  • Live co-working sessions

  • Group jam sessions

  • 1:1 feedback or coaching

  • Proposal reviews

Note: You can add live or 1:1 support at any point, during or after you complete the program.

Who it’s for

This program is a good fit if you:

  • Want a serious, structured approach to writing a book proposal

  • Prefer working independently with expert guidance

  • Do not need live sessions or group accountability

  • Want flexibility with a clear start and end point

If you are looking for live interaction or hands-on feedback, the live cohort or private consulting options may be a better fit.

“Meredith is truly Publishing’s It Girl — incredible and unique insight about the industry and how to navigate it.” — Program Member

The private-client process, in a box — rebuilt top to bottom for 2026. Over four weeks, you’ll work through a self-guided program to develop a strong, sellable nonfiction book proposal.

This is a digital product. After you place your order, you’ll receive an email and PDF with access instructions. Don’t see it? Check your Promotions or Spam folder, and make sure to add meredith@meredithfineman.com to your contacts.

I’ve developed dozens of book proposals that sold. Private clients pay five figures for that process one-on-one. This program is that same thinking — the frameworks, the insider knowledge, the taste — packaged so you can run it yourself, for a fraction of the price.

The program consists of a 100+ page Proposal Workbook delivered as a usable digital document, built so that finishing the workbook means your proposal is drafted. Everything you need is built right in — links to corresponding video lessons, my Red Pen self-edit checklists, and the Publishing Insider 101 one-pagers. I’ll also send you quarterly State of the Market updates.

What’s included

  • A digital 120+ page Proposal Workbook. Inside it:

    • The full guided proposal build (finish it, and your proposal is drafted)

    • My Red Pen self-edit checklists

  • Links to dozens of corresponding video lessons

  • Meredith’s full proposal for Brag Better

  • The Publishing Insider101 one-pagers (glossary + how the money actually works)

  • Quarterly State of the Market updates emailed to you directly

What you’ll build

  • A clear, compelling book concept

  • A polished proposal overview and positioning

  • Defined audience and market framing

  • A full chapter outline

  • A strong understanding of how your proposal fits into the publishing landscape

What’s not included

  • Live co-working sessions

  • Group jam sessions

  • 1:1 feedback or coaching

  • Proposal reviews

Note: You can add live or 1:1 support at any point, during or after you complete the program.

Who it’s for

This program is a good fit if you:

  • Want a serious, structured approach to writing a book proposal

  • Prefer working independently with expert guidance

  • Do not need live sessions or group accountability

  • Want flexibility with a clear start and end point

If you are looking for live interaction or hands-on feedback, the live cohort or private consulting options may be a better fit.

“Meredith is truly Publishing’s It Girl — incredible and unique insight about the industry and how to navigate it.” — Program Member

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