The Strategic Author
A guided coaching program to help you think like a publisher — so your book is more than just written. It’s ready.
If you're feeling stuck, scattered, or unsure what comes next — you're not alone. Most first-time authors think like writers, focused on the story they want to tell.
But publishers think differently.
They think like strategists.
They ask:
Who is this book really for?
Why would they choose it?
Where does it belong — in the market, on the shelf, in a reader’s life?
This program teaches you how to think like both — the writer who has something to say and the publisher who knows how to shape it for the world.
Because when your message meets the moment, your book becomes unstoppable.
Join a 3-month small-group coaching experience designed to help you finally move forward — with clarity, confidence, and a strategy that works.
“Working with Linda clarified everything. I went from vague ideas to a clear roadmap for my book.”
The Problem: You’re writing … but are you writing the right book?
Whether your goal is to finish your manuscript, pitch agents, build your platform, or finally market your book effectively, this program gives you the clarity, structure, and expert support you need to move forward strategically.
Writing a book is hard.
Sometimes it feels like writing on water. Ideas swirl. The shape shifts. There’s nothing solid to hold onto. That’s where I come in.
This Program Helps You Think Like a Publisher.
In just 3 months, you’ll learn how to envision your book the way agents and editors do when deciding what to publish.
“I have worked with a couple of different book coaches, and this is the first time I’m exiting the book proposal process and feeling like I have a very solid proposal that I am truly excited about.”
Meet your Coach
I’m Linda Secondari, founder of Studiolo Secondari and a publishing strategist with more than two decades of experience helping authors create books that resonate and find their audiences. I cut my teeth as an in-house Creative Director — most recently at Oxford University Press — where I partnered with editors, marketers, publishers, and authors to shape meaningful books and position them for real-world impact.
Those years taught me how books compete in a crowded marketplace: how they signal to readers, how they communicate value, and how they’re discovered. My work now centers on sharing that understanding with authors who want to produce books with clarity, intention, and a strong sense of where their place is.
I bring a blend of creative direction, editorial insight, and market strategy — all designed to help you approach your work with the mindset and confidence of a seasoned publishing professional.
Here’s what I’ve learned after shaping hundreds of books:
The most successful authors don’t just write well — they think like publishers.
Download our Book Positioning Handout to learn how to think like a publisher.
“Working with Linda and Studiolo Secondari was a rewarding experience. From our first conversations, Linda demonstrated an ability to listen with empathy, understand the heart of our story, and shape it into something lasting.”
This Program Helps You Think Like a Publisher
Over 3 months, you’ll look at your book through the same lens agents and editors use to decide what to publish — and why.
This program is for you if…
You’re sitting on a half-draft or stuck in idea mode
You’re unsure how to position your book or pitch it
You want feedback that’s strategic, not just supportive
You’re ready to stop circling and start deciding
You’ll walk away with:
A proven framework to position your book for discoverability and resonance
A comparables matrix that sets your book apart in a crowded market
A sharp one-liner pitch for agents, media, and audiences
A format path (self, hybrid, or traditional) that aligns with your goals
A publishing roadmap tailored to your timeline and vision
“It was like having a publishing-savvy thought partner. I needed that kind of insight — and permission — to move forward.”
Invest in your book — and your future as an author
Next Cohort Begins: February 2026
The Strategic Author Winter Cohort
Join a small group of serious authors in a high-touch, guided 3 month experience.
Early Bird Pricing:
3 monthly payments of $590
or One-time payment of $1,750
Price increases to $2,000 after January 5, 2026
Space is limited — applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Apply now to reserve your spot.
“You really believed in my book idea, and that was your starting point. When you added all of your publishing expertise, it was extremely helpful and made a significant difference.”
How It works
This is a high-touch, small-group experience designed to support your creative process with strategic insight and accountability.
Cohort Size: 5–8 authors
Timeline: Three months of steady, intentional progress
Group Coaching: Two 60-minute coaching sessions each month
Monthly Mastermind: A dedicated 60-minute Q&A call with Linda, often joined by guest experts
Office Hours: Weekly open office hours where you can drop in for targeted guidance, gentle accountability, or a creative nudge
Coworking Sessions: Once a month, we gather for focused coworking — a quiet, collective push that builds real momentum
Continuous Support: A private Circle community where we stay connected between sessions via chat. Access to all program materials and session recordings in one place.
Optional Add-Ons:
1:1 Strategy Call
Manuscript Review
Pitch Review
Ongoing accountability groups
Are you ready to get strategic and publish the right book?
Let’s build a roadmap together.
You don’t need more ideas — you need direction.
And the time to start is now.
Apply now – space is limited.
