Author Consulting

  • Do you want someone to walk you through the differences between traditional publishing and self-publishing to help you determine which may be best for you?
  • Do you have burning questions about how to get your book published?
  • Have you already self-published and are looking for ideas on how to promote your self-published book?
Nico Waters can answer your aspiring author questions and explain the “next steps” to help you achieve your author goals.

Nico has written 20 books for traditional children’s book publishers Capstone and Saddleback Educational Publishing, including picture books and chapter books for kiddos ranging from four to 16.

She has also self-published the picture book, How Does the Cow Sleep?, and has read it to more than 100 kids at schools.

“With 20 years of marketing and communications experience under my belt and writing experience as a published author, I truly, truly enjoy helping aspiring and published authors reach their goals.” — Nico Waters

Do any of these quotes apply to you?

“I have a book idea but don’t know what to do next.”

Nico will listen to your idea, help you determine whether your book is for adults or children, including what age range for children, and will provide tools and tips to for next steps, such as determining your book’s genre.

“I have written part or most of a book manuscript but don’t know what to do next.”

Nico can create a timeline to help you finish your novel and/or provide tips to help you determine whether your manuscript falls in line with reader’s and prospective publisher’s expectations.

“I finished writing my book, but I don’t know what to do to get it out there.”

Nico can explain the processes of traditional publishing and self-publishing, a conversation that can help you determine the next steps for getting your book out in the world.

“I self-published my book, but I need ideas on how to market and promote it.”

Nico can give you a list of ideas to promote and sell your book, including what has worked for her and what things have been more challenging.

Ready to move forward in your journey?

“It’s never too soon or too late in your writing process to talk about your book.” — Nico