Holistic Writing Coach for Academics

Personalized one-on-one guidance to transform your research into books, and your legacy.

Trusted by academics

I’ve had the privilege of supporting academics from these universities with their books and writing projects.

Let's write the book only you can write

Turning your research into a book calls for a different set of skills that they don’t always teach in academia. And with teaching, service, and household demands competing for your attention, it can be hard to find the time and support to write.

That’s where I come in.

As your writing coach and book doula, I’ll help you shape your ideas, build a sustainable writing practice, and keep your manuscript moving forward, all the way through publication.

Strategy

How to position your book and craft a compelling pitch that captures publishers’ attention

Plan & Timeline

From tangles of ideas into a clear roadmap, so you always know what to work on next

Review

Get thoughtful, tailored feedback to bring your ideas into focus and sharpen your author's voice

Accountability

Weekly check-in to provide clarity, direction and calendar structure to make sure you stay on track

Encouragement

Get the support, perspective, and validation to recognize your strengths and grow into the author you want to be.

Practice

Build your writing skills and practice mindset shifts to make writing enjoyable again

How do you know if you need a book coach?

Have you researched, studied, and lived your topic so deeply that you know everyone else’s work inside and out?

Are you using research as a procrastination tool, re-reading the same literature, hoping it will make you feel “ready” to finally write your book?

Do you feel dread and anxiety when you sit down to write, your mind turning into blank even though you have so many things you want to say about the topic?

Are you plagued with the impostor syndrome that makes you question your legitimacy to write the book?

If you answer “Yes!” to these questions, you might benefit from having an experienced academic writing coach to help you overcome your writing challenges and support you during the book writing process.

Ready to turn your research into a book?

Do you want to make progress on your book project but don’t know where to start? Book a free, no-pressure call to discuss your project, your goals, and the support you need.

ABOUT ME

Why I Started The Write Technique

Hello, I’m Anaïs Nony—a philosopher, published author, transdisciplinary scholar, and cultural worker.

I founded The Write Technique in 2022 after seeing too many women, scholars of color, and progressive academics stall in their book-writing journey.

My goal is to help you find clarity, confidence, and a way forward—whether that means untangling complex ideas, building a practical roadmap, or creating a supportive space to work through the doubt and shame that can silence a writer.

With training in philosophy, sociology, anthropology, and media studies, I bring a cross-disciplinary eye to your project while protecting what matters most: your voice. In addition, I have built a network of service providers to help you in your publication journey.

I’d be honored to help you bring your book into the world.

Testimonials

Anaïs is fantastic to work with at all stages of the writing process. She has helped me set goals, keep track of my progress, and overcome my writing inhibitions. She has lots of creative writing prompts that are aimed at identifying the most important part of a scholarly argument.

Erika Weiberg

Assistant Professor of Classical Studies, Duke University

Anaïs understands the challenges, pressures, and demands of academic writing, and life at the university. Her deep empathy is only surpassed by her attention to detail & her ability to chart out a generative process for writers. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Mahvish Ahmad

Assistant Professor in Human Rights and Politics London School of Economics

Empathetic and incisive: as a writing coach, Anaïs helps authors grapple with and overcome inhibitions and blocks, and iterate their voice in a rigorous and measured way. As an editor, Anaïs makes sure that a book shines through the density of academic and public discourse.

Ruchi Chaturvedi

Author, "Violence of Democracy". Duke University Press, 2023

How a book coach can help you overcome your challenge

Writing and publishing your first book requires more than just knowledge and creativity; it demands meticulous planning, time management, and the ability to convey your thoughts effectively.

An experienced academic writing coach helps you develop a clear plan, find your voice, move your manuscript forward, and propel your research to speak to a wider audience.

Time Management

A book coach assists in creating a realistic timeline that allocates sufficient time for research, writing, editing, and other essential tasks. They can also suggest time management techniques and regular check-ins to make sure you meet crucial deadlines.

Navigating Publishing Landscape

They also help you navigate the intricacies of academic publication: finding the right publisher while offering valuable insights and strategies to ensure your book proposal receives the attention it deserves.

Find Your Unique Voice

They can help you uncover and refine your unique voice that distinguishes your work from others: how to present your ideas with the perfect balance of academic rigor and engaging storytelling, in a way that leaves a lasting impact on your readers.

Overcome Writer's Block

They can suggest techniques to re-invigorate your writing process and offer a supportive, nurturing space to combat perfectionism & past traumas that sometime make authors fear the writing process.

Ready to make your book a reality?

Let’s talk about your book, your obstacles, and whether we’re a fit.