The Author Alchemist
Editorial, Copywriting, & Brand Storytelling Services for Authors and Creative Businesses
A compelling story isnβt just for books. Whether youβre an author perfecting your manuscript or a business ready to connect with your dream customers, Iβll help you transform your story into words that resonate, persuade, and inspire action.
Service Options
For Authors
Editing, book descriptions, and coaching to help you share your story with confidence and clarity. Whether you need a developmental partner to strengthen your manuscript, a polished blurb that sells, or guidance to level up your skills, Iβll help you bring out the best in your writing.
Editorial Services β Developmental, line, and copy editing to refine your story and strengthen your voice.
Book Description Services β Compelling blurbs that hook readers and drive sales.
Classes & Workshops β Practical, engaging training to grow your craft and confidence.
For Brands & Creative Businesses
Strategic, heart-driven copywriting that speaks directly to your ideal customers. I create messaging that builds trust, inspires connection, and moves people to actionβwhether youβre refreshing your website, launching a campaign, or telling your brand story.
Brand Messaging & Website Copy β From audits and refreshes to full rewrites, your words will work harder for your business.
Email Marketing Packages β Welcome sequences, short-run series, and brand voice guides to keep your communication consistent and effective.
Signature Brand Story Content β Advertorials, feature articles, and persuasive storytelling to make your brand unforgettable.
What My Clients Say
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βShe didnβt just help my story become stronger, but the improvements in my writing skills have been significant.β
JESSICA RENWICK, AWARD-WINNING MIDDLE GRADE FANTASY WRITER (DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING)
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βWow! Wow! Wow! Just finished reading the whole critique (for the 2nd/3rd time) and canβt get over your thoroughness, insight and clarity.β
ROCHELL LAMPIN ON THE FULL ASSESSMENT FOR HER YA ACADEMY SERIES
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βTalena helped me fine-tune my wandering book blurb into something that will sell the book. Recommend!β
MELISSA KEASTER, AUTHOR OF THE ROAD TO JUBILEE (BOOK DESCRIPTION EDITING)
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βYour detailed notes were great! After I applied your suggestions across my manuscript, I decided to query again and had a request for a partial from an agent. Those changes were beyond helpful!β
KELLY HARPER ON THE PARTIAL + STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT OF HER EPIC FANTASY NOVEL
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βTalena is a joy to work with. The whole experience was an exercise in cooperation and teamwork, and I felt deeply included throughout.β
ROBIN MARR, UPDATE OF BOOK DESCRIPTION FOR URBAN FANTASY BOOK BROKEN WITCH
Recent Posts
Learn the difference between premise lines, log lines, taglines, hooks, and headlinesβand how to use each to pitch, market, and sell your story. With clear examples from existing and hypothetical hits, this guide helps authors master the one-line tools every story needs.