Let me be your Gandalf on this grand adventure!

Hi, I’m Rachel Clair,

an author, developmental editor, and word nerd.

Writing can be such a lonely pursuit, but you don’t have to figure it all out on your own!!!

I’m on a mission help authors navigate the overwhelming process of planning, writing, and revising books that wow readers.

Oh… and share some creative ways to write and edit books. Have you ever used EFT tapping to bust out of writer’s block or tarot to delve into a character’s mind? Those are just a couple fun tricks I have up my sleeve.

So, step right and book a trip to Authorville with Book Bound Journey!

Mission & Core Values

I’m on a mission to help you navigate the overwhelming process of writing a book by guiding you on a journey to map out your book, find your authentic voice, overcome self-doubt, stay motivated to complete your book, and choose the best publishing option through ghostwriting, book coaching, educational workshops, and an encouraging writer community.

I know getting feedback is tough. But this is what takes an okay manuscript to a page-turning book readers rave about. I promise always to be honest and do my best to deliver my findings in a constructive nature.

Our relationship is based on being collaborative and supportive. At the end of the day, it’s your book, and you get to make the decision on what feedback to implement and toss out the window.

Collaboration

You deserve, and I’ll provide genuine support and growth-minded feedback to make a book you’re excited to publish.

Creativity

Everyone has massive creative potential and it needs to be nourished. Writing, like any art takes practice (aka revisions).

Honesty

This is a BS-free zone. There are zero guarantees your book will be a bestseller, land an agent, or replace your income.

Patience

You have permission to slow down, write with intention, and allow ideas to blossom. No speed sprints here, ever.

My Story

I’m a small-town country girl living in Western NY with my husband, German Shepherd, three cats (they love joining meetings), and our flock of chickens.

I started off pursuing my clinical license in health psychology. But in my late thirties, I put my life on pause after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder to explore what I truly wanted to do and leave behind the “shoulds.”

The answer was simple: I wanted to write. But, walking away from pursuing clinical licensure in mental health counseling was terrifying. After Don’t worry, I’m not a stuffy pretentious egghead. I’m actually quite a nerd obsessed with anything supernatural and true crime.

Passion for the win

I went back to school and got an MFA in creative writing from Full Sail University (yup, I’m a bit of an overachiever and valedictorian). My leap of faith paid off, and I knocked it out of the park. My second client after graduation was a NY Times bestselling author, and within a year, I was a freelance ghostwriter for Forbes Books. The first book I wrote became a bestseller!

Then I helped two startups launch their blogs, websites, and sales funnels as their Director of Brand Voice and Content. I worked with medical professionals, CEOs, and bestselling authors on blogs and ebooks. I collaborated with and learned from experts who have worked with places like Mind Valley and HBO.

A shove from the universe

After being laid off for the second time in two years due to funding issues, I decided to become a full-time ghostwriter. Within six months, I had a four-month waitlist.

Seeing the aha moments pop up in our calls and the delight on their faces as they confidently embraced their voice, quieted self-doubt, and pushed past writer’s block to complete their books lit up my soul.

But I was bummed. I could only write a handful of books a year and had to turn down incredible projects.

Then AI started blasting off. Every freaking day there was another “write your book quick” scheme popping up. So what happened? People jumped on the bandwagon and gave it a go. Heck, I even explored how AI could be used as a brainstorming tool.

AI sounded so much easier, quicker, and more affordable than hiring a ghostwriter. And yes, it certainly was (and is). The rub was AI writing lacks the emotion, intention, passion, and unique voice of a human writer.

The result was people got discouraged and even more overwhelmed because all these classes, articles, and videos were saying how easy it is to write a book. Sadly, they meant sterile, low-quality books flooding the marketplace.

I had enough

Writers deserve better!

Readers deserve better!

So, Book Bound Journey was born to provide step-by-step guidance for authors to develop their ideas, find their voice, and confidently write a stellar manuscript they’re proud of.

How do I do this?

I simplify the ideation, writing, editing, and publishing process so people can break through overwhelm, quiet self-doubt, and stay on track to finally start and finish their book through supportive and inspiring book coaching, editing, workshops, and an encouraging writer community!

It’s time to share your story and make an impact on the world!