The Leadership Literary Lab is a complete solution to write and market your book.

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Mary Lynn Cloghesy, BA, MA
Author | Mentor | Educator | Business Strategist

The Leadership Literary Lab is a program designed for game changers. If you are an expert in your industry, a doctor or academic with a vision, or an artist or athlete with wisdom to share, this program can help establish your thought leadership and position you to attract an international audience.

Writing a book can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, or it can be utterly miserable. The difference is in the quality of support you receive for your project. Personal guidance by the founder is one of the hallmarks of the L3 program.

This is a four-phase process that is delivered in developmental stages:

  1. Establish project parameters, discuss your highest aspirations, and create tracking systems.
  2. Develop a marketing plan, identify core themes, and determine rhetorical strategies.
  3. Write and edit the manuscript.
  4. Decide on a publishing pathway and activate a launch plan.

 What Sets The L3 Program Apart?

It is fast and efficient without compromising quality.

It considers the big picture and has a strategic planning component.

It was created by a literary expert with over twenty years experience.

It is delivered by the founder with a value-added community component.

Leadership Literary Lab
A four-part, progressive program that sets you up for a successful launch.

Preparation

1

Author Self-Assessment
Big Dreams
Basics of Thought Leadership
Systems & Tracking
Habits & Rewards
Interrupters & Authorization
Winning Mind-Set
Where to Start
The Blank Page

Prewriting

2

Genre  Games
Brainstorm & Mind Map
Themes, Tenets & Timelines
Target Audience
Marketing & Book Comps
Outline & Rhetorical Strategies
Research & Rights
Reader/ Writer Relationship

Production

3

The Power of Story
Technical Stuff 1: Voice, Word Choice & Verb Tense
Technical Stuff 2: Clarity, Correctness & Coherence
Strong Start: The Hook
Stay the Course: Middle Chapters
Fab Finale: The Clincher
Fast Track to the Finish
First vs Final Draft

Publishing

4

Typesetting & Proofs
Editing Types & Advice
Front & Back Matter
Cover Design
To Beta or Not to Beta
Publishing Pathways
Author’s Platform & Promotion
Dollars & Sense: Sensitivity Analysis
Launch Primer

 

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Rave Client Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

“I want to thank Mary Lynn Cloghesy, the Wild Rose Writer, for her literary knowledge and expertise. She took what I believed to be a decent product and helped transform it into something extraordinary.”

Jason L. Schembri
Best-selling author of Keeping it Off

“Mary Lynn was incredibly helpful in providing honest and insightful feedback for current book project. Her thought processes with regards next steps were clear and directional which is what I needed. I am excited to move towards the finish line and am grateful for her support.”

Dr. Suzie LeBrocq
Discovering Gold: Surviving to Thriving with an Ostomy

“I am thrilled beyond measure! I have dreamt of writing my memoir for ten years but was overwhelmed. It is only with the steady counsel and structured teachings from Mary Lynn that I made this vision a reality.”

Kealey Pringle, Sr. Marketing Officer, BC Parks, Ministry of Environment

“From start to finish, Mary Lynn offered her unique blend of creativity and professionalism. She helped me capture my vision and offered great advice throughout the process. We built a visually stunning brand identity that stands out in the market. Her supportive approach makes her a great partner when you're looking for expert advice.”

Coleen Newby, MSc; BCom; CPA, CMA; PMP
Founder of PeakWisdom Corp.

“My first book has been sitting dormant inside me for years. The thought of undertaking such a huge process was overwhelming, then by great fortune, I met and started working with Mary Lynn. Her profound experience in both writing and publishing has been a Godsend. I feel supported every step of the way and am excited to be on the road to my first achievement as a published author. Thank you, Mary Lynn!”

Jamilla Deville
Grace Beyond Measure

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