Hey there, I'm Angela James
Welcome to the Book Boss® Shop!
I help authors become successful on their own terms, whether they decide to become traditionally or independently published.
I have over 20 years of publishing expertise, and what drives me is helping authors build sustainable writing careers. I was editorial director for both Samhain Publishing and Harlequin's Carina Press, I've edited numerous bestselling books, and I specialize in helping writers navigate both traditional and independent publishing paths.
Work with me on your next fiction book! Head over to my services page for the service that's right for you or email me to customize your service.
Angela's Debut Self-Editing Book
Edit Your Way—Self-editing Essentials to Know Before Ever Touching a Comma
Whether you're a first-time author or ten books in, Edit Your Way gives you the tools to take control of your editing with less burnout, less second-guessing, and less of that “I have no idea what I’m doing” spiral. (For full details click here.)
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Work with Angela
Get a Jumpstart, a coaching session, or a critique & consultation.
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Jumpstart Session: Your next step in 20 minutes
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1:1 Consult with Angela James—Personalized Author Career Coaching & Publishing Industry Mentoring
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Critique & Consultation — Honest, Actionable, Personalized Feedback
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Trusted Trackers
Fuss-free tracking templates to help you keep your story world organized and your writing progress on track.
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Book Boss® Personal Writing & Editing Tracker for Google Sheets – Word Count & Editing Progress
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Book Boss® Story & Series Bible — Notion Template for Fiction Authors
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Just Keep Writing: Author Community, Co-working, and Expert Support
Friendly, caring support, expert resources, trad and indie publishing insight and ideas, co-working & body-doubling, accountability, writing challenges, and pro learning to get that book written!
Join anytime, ditch the noise, and choose writing momentum.
Only $9/month
Take a full course or a short workshop, and know what you need to focus on right now.
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Before You Hit Send: Comprehensive Self-Editing Course with Angela James
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The 4 Stages of Editing: Fix the Right Things at the Right Time
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5 Stages of Your Author Career – How to Find Your Stage and Do the Work That Matters Most Right Now
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Deep, dirty, and no rules.
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Deeper POV: Making the Reader-Character Connection – Expanded 2025 Edition
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Dirty Dialogue: Craft Authentic Intimate Scenes for Your Fiction
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Eff the Writing "Rules": 40 So-Called "Rules" and How to Break Them for Creative Freedom
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