Scribe Compass: Strategic book positioning and planning.

Before you write a word, Compass helps you define your book's strategy, positioning, audience, and path to success.

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Strategic planning service
Typical timeline: 4-6 weeks
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What's Included

Book Strategy

Define your book's core purpose, target audience, and competitive positioning.

Content Planning

Develop a clear roadmap for your book's structure and key messages.

How It Works

5 coaching calls over 4-6 weeks

1

Meet Your Publishing Manager

You are paired with a dedicated Publishing Manager who coordinates your calls, answers questions, and manages your engagement.

2

Deep Dive Strategy Sessions

Two calls with your assigned Book Coach to define your book's core purpose, positioning, target audience, and author goals.

3

Build Your Book Roadmap

Three calls to develop a professional table of contents, structural guidance, and a content map for what to include.

4

Walk Away with Clarity

You leave with a North Star document and a professionally structured roadmap for your book.

Is This Right for You?

This is for you if...

  • You have a book idea but need strategic clarity
  • You want to maximize your book's impact
  • You're planning before writing

This is NOT for you if...

  • You've already finished your book
  • You don't want strategic planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Compass before starting a Scribe program? ▾
Yes, Compass is designed to be used before you begin writing, whether you plan to use a Scribe service or write independently.
Who is Scribe Compass best for? ▾
Scribe Compass is for authors who want expert structure and strategy before committing to a full writing or publishing package.
What do I leave with at the end of Compass? ▾
You leave with a clear North Star, a professional table of contents, and a practical chapter roadmap you can execute.

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Ready to Get Started?

Schedule a free consultation with our publishing strategists to discuss your book.

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What Our Authors Say

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The incredible praise we received from our industry colleagues for The Invisible Threat validates the effort and dedication we poured into the book. We're excited to continue sharing our message with a broader audience w...
Matthew Eby, Joanne Eby
Matthew Eby, Joanne Eby
Co-Founders, Nth Degree Financial Solutions
★★★★★
Writing that book and working with [Scribe] is one of the best decisions I have ever made. There have been doors opened and connections formed I would have never had imagined.
Linden Loren
Linden Loren
Co-Founder, Camo & Wind
★★★★★
Jeebus, this is amazing. Thank you. Seriously, I keep reading this and it so aptly captures the spirit of what I'm trying to do and how to do it. It makes perfect sense to me. Not confusing at all. We are going to rock t...
Josh Dix
Josh Dix
Author
★★★★★
I wanted to let all of you know that I leveraged my book into getting a job that I absolutely love. I remember reading the Scribe article about ways to get a great return on your book outside of just sales, but I never i...
Candler Cook
Candler Cook
UGA Football Walk-On, Finance Professional
★★★★★
As a Scribe Alumni, I'm extremely grateful to read your post. It seems things are heading in the right direction. The world is a better place with Scribe Media in it. I'm glad you're back home.
Stuart Waldner
Stuart Waldner
Plant-Based Wellness Advocate
★★★★★
I am nothing but impressed!
Dave Lamont
Dave Lamont
CEO, Renfrew Business Group
★★★★★
Scribe is the best. You all helped me take an idea and make it into a book that I hope helps people. Hopefully, we can write more books together.
Pablo Munoz
Pablo Munoz
Managing Director, Muñoz & Company
★★★★★
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Ben Woodward
Ben Woodward
Former Global President, Multinational Corp
★★★★★
I appreciate all your hard work and owe much of my success to you and Scribe! Thanks so much!
Douglas Stone
Douglas Stone
Wealth Advisor, SeaCrest Wealth Management
★★★★★
We couldn't have reached this milestone without the support of Scribe - especially Mark. He has been fantastic to work with. A truly skilled professional.
Matthew Eby
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