Q1: Plan to Succeed
Publishing is a fickle, ever-changing business, so there’s no way to ensure you’ll succeed … right? Think again. Instead of keeping your nose to the grindstone and wishing for the best, there’s a whole lot you can do to create the career you really want.
The Q1 Career Novelists Membership is designed to help you get clear on the short-term actions that lead to long-term success. Then you’ll learn the habits and mindset shifts that ensure you follow through (without burning out).
Ready to turn your dreams into concrete publishing plans? Here’s what we’ll cover:
JANUARY: Your Career Novelist Plan
There are a million things you could do to become a successful novelist. But there are only three that lead to a profitable, prolific career. In our first month together, I’ll share that proven plan—then give you research-backed steps for setting your goals for the coming year.
FEBRUARY: Your Success Habits
Sudden bursts of inspiration are great for getting started. But when it comes to publishing success, consistent action matters most. In our second month, I’ll share strategies for designing your day-to-day life in a way that ensures you always have time for the most important tasks. P.S. This will open up more space for your non-writing interests, too.
MARCH: Your Follow-Through Formula
Now that you know which steps to take, your mission is to keep taking action. In our last month, I’ll provide an author assessment to uncover what’s between you and your big fiction goals. I’ll also offer a simple paradigm shift that will help you stop procrastinating for good.
COPY CLINIC: Your “About” Page
The single most trafficked page on any novelist’s website isn’t their home page, or even their contact form—it’s their “about” page. In the Q1 copy clinic, I’ll explain why (plus how to take advantage of this). Then I’ll share how to connect with readers while coming across like a pro to agents, editors, and other industry players.
How (and Why) the Membership Works
When it comes to reaching your writing goals, support can be the game-changer.
Yes, writing can be a solitary endeavor. That doesn’t mean you should go it alone. Because success doesn’t happen in a vacuum. In fact, just the opposite: Research reveals that productive habits and a positive mindset—both of which are essential for achievement and happiness—spread from person to person. What’s more, studies show that when others believe you can reach your goals, you’re actually more likely to do so.
Ready to be a part of a community of novelists making big things happen—and to accomplish a lot more over the next three months?
Join the Q1 Career Novelists Membership, which is dedicated to helping you create a prolific and profitable fiction career.
Each month from January through March, you’ll receive:
A core career lesson. We’ll focus on one essential skill for upleveling your fiction career. (Read more about the curriculum above.)
Two group coaching session. Want personalized help? You’ll have the opportunity to be coached by Camille during group coaching. You can get coached on any subject impacting your fiction career (think: setting boundaries, marketing, procrastination, money, time management, running another business, etc.).
The membership also includes:
A quarterly copy clinic. In Q1, we’ll focus on how to craft an “about” page that makes you the obvious choice to your ideal readers.
A private online Facebook group where you can connect and share resources with your fellow Career Novelists.
A virtual happy hour. Join your fellow members and toast the end of the quarter with your beverage of choice at this casual gathering.
Discounted private coaching, exclusively for members. Want personalized input on your fiction career? I've opened up a limited number of single sessions at a discounted rate (limit one per writer per quarter). You’ll receive details with your welcome email.
All lessons and coaching sessions will be recorded and uploaded into a private membership portal so you can watch or listen at your convenience. Sessions are always optional—so no worries if you can’t attend live.
—Camille
Join the Career Novelists Membership
The Career Novelists Membership is $395 USD for three months.
This includes all sessions, the Facebook community, and access to recordings in a private memberhip portal.
Click the button below to join. Doors close January 4.
Membership FAQs
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Between 45 and 60 dedicated novelists participate each quarter. Many are returning members—but we have writers who are new to the membership each quarter. Please know that “community” is not code for “clique.” Inclusivity is paramount to Camille’s coaching and this experience is designed to foster connections.
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That’s great! The Career Novelists Membership is designed to be flexible—participation is encouraged but never required.
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You will have access to recordings for six months from the beginning of the quarter. For example, if you participate in the Q1 2026 Membership, you will have access to those recordings until the end of Q2 (June 30, 2026).
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The Career Novelists Membership is only available as a quarterly program. It’s designed that way to create continuity in lessons and foster a true sense of community among members.
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The membership is open to all writers!
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Yes—that’s more than okay! The Facebook group is completely optional. Facebook isn’t our favorite, either, but we’re using it because it’s more accessible than Slack or Discord.
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Only you can decide that for sure—but the three core lessons are for anyone building a writing career. Many of our members are multi-passionate and don’t focus exclusively on fiction.
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No, all novelists are welcome! The membership is made up of both published and unpublished novelists, as well as a mix of authors who publish traditionally, independently, and via hybrid models.
If you’re already published and are looking for an intimate group experience, click here to learn more about the Prolific Mastermind.
Q1 CAREER NOVELISTS MEMBERSHIP
MEETING DATES
All sessions take place at 3 p.m. ET / 2-3 p.m. CT / 1-2 p.m. MT / 12-1 p.m. PT except the Saturday date in February:
JANUARY:
Monthly Lesson: Wednesday, 1/7
Group Coaching: Friday, 1/16
Group Coaching: Wednesday, 1/21
Copy Clinic: Friday, 1/23
FEBRUARY:
Monthly Lesson: Wednesday, 2/4
Group Coaching: Wednesday, 2/11
Group Coaching: Saturday, 2/21 @ 11 a.m. ET
MARCH:
Monthly Lesson: Wednesday, 3/4
Group Coaching: Wednesday, 3/11
Group Coaching: Wednesday, 3/18
Virtual Happy Hour: Friday, 3/20
You will receive an email with calendar invites with a Zoom link for all sessions on January 5.
All lessons and coaching sessions will be recorded and uploaded into a private membership portal, which you will have access to until June 30, 2026. The Zoom link and calendar dates are also in that portal.