Fiction Writing Coaching
Online
I help fiction writers turn rough drafts into polished manuscripts and guide them through traditional publishing, based on my own experience as a published author.
Swati Hegde
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About Fiction Writing Coaching
Been There, Done That
I know that "What now?" feeling when you finish your first draft and the excitement fizzles out. My own writing journey was messy, long, and packed with rejections. Took me years, heartbreaks, and a ton of self-doubt before Penguin Random House came calling. So, if you're feeling lost or stuck, trust me, I've walked that road.
What My Coaching Looks Like
My fiction writing coaching is all about getting you from rough draft to polished manuscript. I help with:
- Manuscript revision strategies to shape your story — plot, pacing, character arcs, worldbuilding, dialogue, the works.
- Traditional publishing guidance, including how to approach querying agents for debut authors. I break down the complicated bits so you know what to expect.
- Mindset support because writer's block isn’t just about blank pages; it’s about fear and burnout. We'll work together to build your confidence as a novelist and handle the emotional side of being an author.
Who I Work With
If you’ve just finished a draft and feel stuck, or you're serious about getting traditionally published, you’ll probably vibe with me. I work with fiction writers from all genres, especially Romance and YA, and I love dabbling in desi stories.
How We’ll Roll
I keep my coaching super personal, taking only a handful of writers at a time. We dig deep together, getting your manuscript submission-ready. Prefer DIY? I’ve got a Self-Editing School online course for writers who want to run solo.
Meet your Expert
Swati Hegde
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My Story
Hey, I'm Swati. Bangalore girl, 29, writing desi romance and YA, living for the drama and the feels. I was that nerdy kid scribbling novels for friends and celebrating rejection letters - weird, I know. Amma saying 'proud of you, beta' still makes me tear up. Came out as bi after reading one queer romance, now I’m all about unapologetic queer joy in my books. Disaster bi, karaoke addict, tea over coffee, big dreams, messy heart.
My Work
Desi Romance & YA Author - I write slowburn desi romance and young adult stories, big on heart and humor, low on spice.
Tropes & Vibes - Love friends to lovers, rivals to lovers, fake dating. Indian and Indian-American characters, lots of yearning.
Queer Romcoms - My queer YA romcoms cheer for unapologetic queer joy, inspired by pop culture and my own journey.
Fiction Writing Coach - Been through the trenches, got a 5-book deal. I help writers with drafts, edits, and surviving publishing.