How it Works & What You Receive:

Reading Nights, 1:1 sessions and the community of Advanced Alchemists to support you while you finish your manuscript.

Six-month session: $1950

  • Reading Night:
    We meet once a month 4-6pm PST/ 7-9 pm EST to share your work and get feedback from other Advanced Alchemists.

  • 1-on-1 Sessions:
    Each month you will submit up to 15 pages for review. We meet for a 45-minute, 1-on-1 session to discuss your work and writing process in depth.

  • The Alchemists Writing Community:
    Relish the support of other writers who are deep with their process of crafting their book.

  • A Finished Manuscript in Your Hands:
    Advanced Alchemy will help you to gain an understanding of the scope of your vision, the process and path to express it, insight into working with inner and outer obstacles, support when you want to quit, an inspired and committed community of writers. When you commit to your writing goals, you will know the profound satisfaction of holding a finished manuscript in your hands.

alchemy: ˈal-kə-mē

noun. the process of transmutation by which to fuse or reunite with the divine or original form.

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January - June, 2025
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FAQ

  • What is the time commitment?

    Advanced Alchemy is for writers who are committed to writing the first draft of their book. The course is designed to support the ebb and flow of working on a manuscript. Join for a three-month session to focus on finessing your manuscript, take a break if needed for the next session to dig in and write and then return for class, community and 1-on-1 sessions. Alchemy is always here to help you to complete your manuscript. The course is structured to support you in setting writing goals and providing step-by-step guidance. You will need to carve out time to write, whether it is each day or in dedicated chunks of time during the week. Deadlines and consistency are key.

  • Who participates in Advanced Alchemy?

    Any writer who has already attended Literary Alchemy is invited to join the advanced class.

  • Will you read my entire manuscript?

    Advanced Alchemy offers step-by-guidance, tools and support to guide you on your book writing journey. I will read up to 15 pages of your work in preparation for each of our 1-on-1 sessions, but the course is not designed for a full manuscript review or edit. Additional 1-on-1 sessions and a full manuscript review can be booked for additional coaching and support.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    Cancellations are accepted until 14 days before the start of class for a full refund. If you need to cancel after the cancellation period, but before class begins, and I am able to find a replacement for your spot, I will be happy to refund your course payment. If I am unable to fill the spot, then you can choose between the course fee applied as credit toward future Alchemy courses or a 50% refund. (All refunds will be issued minus applicable credit card fees.) After the course begins no refunds will be provided (including for fees scheduled on payment plans), except in cases of medical necessity or emergency.

  • Do you offer financial assistance?

    Advanced Alchemy offers a limited number of financial hardship discounts on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact me directly if you are interested.

  • Additional questions?

    Email Kristin with questions about Literary Alchemy, 1-on-1 Coaching or Developmental Editing services.