what people say

Selina is generous, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and professional: everything you could wish for in a book coach. 

As my coach, she provided the guidance to work through the development of my manuscript, as well as the space to address any internal blocks in my writing process. Her questioning and feedback were always considered and insightful, and prompted me to do some in-depth thinking about the scope of my project.

As a result, I came away from our sessions with a wonderful sense of clarity and direction. I highly recommend Selina’s coaching to any writer who wants to progress to the next level in their career.

Geneve Flynn, 2x Bram Stoker Award and Shirley Jackson Award-winning Author

Working with Selina on my debut manuscript has been a wonderful experience. What set Selina apart from others I have shared my work with was her capacity to provide clear, actionable feedback with me in a way that was genuinely constructive, encouraging and empowering.

She celebrated those moments where I really hit the mark, while also thoughtfully guiding improvements, fostering a sense of trust and confidence, as well as open dialogue when I had questions.

Thanks to Selina’s advice, I’ve now begun to self-identify the common traps I fall into and can already see my writing is better for it. My manuscript is now a far more polished, publishing-ready story but my everyday writing and craft have also benefited immensely from her support and guidance.

Saskia Anders - Contemporary Spicy Romance



I have worked with Selina on multiple projects and I cannot recommend her enough!

Her editorial feedback is thorough without changing my style or voice and she prompts me to keep thinking deeper about my characters and the story as a whole.
Selina's suggestions and questions are helpful whilst also being kind.

I've always felt safe handing over my work knowing that I'm going to get constructive feedback that doesn't make me feel bad. 
I will keep working with Selina as long as she'll have me!

Shannon Frances James - Spicy Regency Romance


Selina is professional, authentic and honest. I have found working with her to be an enjoyable and exciting learning experience.
 
I have developed a sense of clarity within my writing skills as an author that has allowed me to gain more knowledge and confidence within my work.
 
When sharing your creative work, you want someone who you can trust, is experienced and knowledgeable in overcoming obstacles that allow you to move closer to your creative goal. Selina has done this through breaking down complex ideas with simple, effective solutions that lead to beneficial outcomes.
 
Without the support and knowledge I have gained from Selina, I wouldn't be able to move forward with my creative goal in writing my novel.

Nakita S - thriller

They say all true artists suffer and struggle for their art, which is probably true, but the suffering and struggling can demotivate you. Selina changed all of that.

With compassion, insightful understanding, warmth and good humour, she found the right switches to flick in my head, and made writing fun again.
The time I’ve spent with her has left me feeling excited about writing fiction, but more importantly – capable of writing fiction.
 
Selina helped me discover the source of my negative self-talk, and gave me strategies to combat my self-doubt.
 
She wants you to succeed and genuinely cares about your book.
After my first two sessions with her, I knuckled down and in a shockingly short time frame had 36,000 words staring back at me. Even better, the story was good!
I highly recommend her. You’re in safe and competent hands.

Jack sinclair - Romance & Horror

I can't recommend Selina Shapland's fiction coaching service enough.

Not only is Selina a delight to work with, but she also knows her craft.

I found Selina's coaching services professional, respectful, and encouraging. The insights and observations Selina made have been highly valuable and are instrumental to my writing journey.

Selina highlighted opportunities for my manuscript that I wouldn't have explored or discovered by myself. This experience has helped me to grow as a writer. 

Thank you, Selina, it has been an absolute pleasure working with you. 

Kylie Barton - Romantasy


Working with Selina was an absolute game changer for me. 

She is a thoughtful and considerate coach, and asked all the right questions to ensure I had the best plan to start working from.

I'll certainly be back to work with her again and I highly recommend her to all authors of any experience level. You won’t be disappointed.

Pamela Jeffs, author of Wilder

Working with Selina as a coach is a great experience. 

Selina is a good listener who offers constructive and honest feedback.
 
She has inspired me at times when I am convinced my story is not worth continuing.
 
Her perspectives on character and point of view have been so useful to my storytelling.
 
I look forward to working with her further on stories I am developing.

Robyn Ede - Short Stories & Quiet horror

Selina went above and beyond for me. From the first, she was encouraging, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. She gave me invaluable notes on my manuscript, many positive, and many constructive, that helped me shape up my book for submission. 

She was extremely communicative and thoughtful and took great care of my work (and my ego!) at every step.
I could NOT have written a synopsis without her!
 
If you want someone dedicated to the craft of storytelling and writing, Selina is your person.

Dana Lotito - YA Speculative Fiction

Selina's gentle but insightful nudging got me thinking deeper about my characters, their responses, and the storyline.

Her genuine desire to help make the manuscript shine and be the best it could be, was clear in her feedback. 

That feedback was not just isolated to the manuscript she was working with me on, but things that can be put into practice for future works.

I am looking forward to working with her again.

LEXI HAVEN - SWEET CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

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