Over the years, the time frame has changed for the process, so I prefer to leave it open. For the aggressive writer, this usually takes approximately 3 months, but this can vary due to the nature of your real world concerns. Each time we meet or speak, specific assignments will be required. You will receive my workbook, wherein each assignment is designed to construct the building blocks to help you find the story. We will not begin with a premise or an idea, but spend time on the vital character work found in any great piece of writing.
Character is the map to finding the story.
By the end of this process, you will have a 70-90 page bible with fully fleshed out characters, spelling out each and every scene of Who, What, Where, and Why each scene is in your piece. This is not an outline, or a treatment, but a detailed accounting of where you plan to go and why. It is a map that allows you the ability to enjoy the writing process. This disciplined approach allows you to execute the finished product with authority, conviction, and joy. It also reduces the amount of rewrites, significantly.