
Angela James
Before You Hit Send: Comprehensive Self-Editing Course with Angela James
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Find Your Author Breakthrough 🎯
"I'm a new author, where should I start?"
Welcome to your author journey! The Breakthrough Collection is perfect for building a comprehensive writing foundation. Start with "Eff the Writing Rules" to free yourself from limiting beliefs, then dive into "Deeper POV" to master the technique that keeps readers turning pages. This collection helps you develop professional-level writing skills from day one.
"I'm ready to turn my writing into a real business. Help!"
Time to level up! Our Author Business Suite gives you everything you need to build a sustainable career. Start with Author Branding to develop your unique voice in the market, then create your professional home on the web and master author marketing.
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"My romance needs more sizzle!"
Ready to turn up the heat while staying productive? Our Write Hot, Work Smart collection helps you craft steamier scenes that deepen character connections. Plus, you'll get tools to track your progress and build your audience while you write.
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"I need to polish my manuscript like a pro."
Master self-editing with our most comprehensive resources. Before You Hit Send gives you 15+ years of professional editing expertise in one course, while Your Book's Pacing... Demystified! helps you fix the #1 issue that stops readers from finishing books.
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"I want to try before I invest big. What's budget-friendly?"
Start with our most affordable tools and free resources! These under-$10 products give you a taste of Angela's expertise and teaching style. They're perfect for testing the waters before diving into our more comprehensive courses.
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"I'm ready for personalized mentoring with Angela."
No matter where you're at with your book, you can connect professionally and privately with Angela:
- The Editorial Services guide is your gateway to working with Angela on your book.
- One-on-One Mentoring is a way to connect with Angela for every kind of author coaching – personal, private, and targeted to your specific needs right now.

Quick Wins
Move the needle
Get started for free with these smart strategy guides to elevate your author brand, backed by proven publishing expertise.
Customer favorite: 12 Tips to Boost Author Revenue

Build & Grow
Author Branding, Websites & Marketing
Build a magnetic author brand, craft a professional website, and strategize your marketing. Expert guidance for authors who mean business.
Customer favorite: Author Branding

Partner with a Publishing Pro
Expert Guidance, Personalized
Navigate your unique writing and publishing path with confidence. Get personalized mentoring with author career and publishing industry expert Angela James.
Write Hot, Work Smart
Streamline your process, steam up your pages...
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Book Boss® Author Productivity Tracker: Word Count & Editing Progress
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Dirty Dialogue: Craft Authentic Intimate Scenes for Your Fiction
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Author Newsletter Mini-Course: 6-Month Email Strategy to Grow Your Loyal Reader Base
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The Breakthrough Collection
Revolutionize Your Writing: Ditch the “Rules,” Connect with Your Readers, Edit Like the Pros.
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Eff the Writing "Rules": 40 So-Called "Rules" and How to Break Them for Creative Freedom
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Deeper Point-of-View: Making the Reader-Character Connection
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Before You Hit Send: Comprehensive Self-Editing Course with Angela James
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Your Book's Pacing Demystified: Story Pacing Techniques for Fiction Writers
Regular price $30.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
Workshop Wealth: Share Your Knowledge, Grow Your Income.
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The Power of Expertise: Author Knowledge Monetization Workshop
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Workshop Wealth: Author Income Stream Masterclass
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Workshop Tech for Authors: Essential Tools for Creating Sellable Workshops
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The Author Business Suite
Build Your Brand. Own Your Platform. Expand Your Reach.
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Author Branding: Create Your Authentic Platform That Attracts Loyal Readers
Regular price $70.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Author Website Masterclass: Create a High-Converting Reader Hub That Sells More Books
Regular price $50.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Book Marketing Strategy for Authors: Proven Actions to Increase Book Sales and Build Loyal Reader Fans
Regular price $70.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per

Hey there, I'm Angela James
Welcome to my Be a 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 — on their own terms.