Proposal to Published

I’m Layla Saad, a New York Times and Sunday Time best-selling author.

In this 3-Month Mentorship, I will personally guide you through your unique author journey, from the proposal to publishing, and publicity.

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I know how lonely and disorienting this journey can be.

The world sees the final product:

  • My self-published digital workbook (downloaded by 100,000 people in the space of six months).

  • Me and White Supremacy debuted on the New York Times and USA Today bestsellers lists. It is also a Sunday Times, Amazon, Wall Street Journal, Indie, and Pacific Northwest bestseller.

  • Features in ELLE, PAPER, BBC News, BBC Radio 4, PBS, Glamour UK, MarieClaire UK, Cosmopolitan UK, Refinery29 UK, The Irish Times, Stylist, goop, NowThis News, Jezebel, Psychology Today, Forbes and many more.

But we rarely get to share what we learned to help others find their own success.

Especially in publishing…

Omkari Williams

“When my book proposal on Micro Activism was accepted by my publisher Layla was one of the first people I told. Not only because I knew she would be happy for me but also because I knew that she would have wisdom to guide me through this unfamiliar process. Her insight and generosity in sharing that knowledge has made, and continues to make, such a difference. To say that I am grateful doesn't begin to cover it.”

I’m here to remove the mystery through mentorship

Get clarity on your journey from Proposal to Published

  • 1:1 mentorship from Layla via Zoom calls.

  • Receive feedback and guidance on your material, positioning, and strategy during and between calls.

  • Leave every call with clear next steps to move you closer to being published on your own terms.

  • Learn how to create and assert boundaries around how you share your own work.

  • Total confidentiality.

What To Expect:

$6000 USD

Starting at

“Layla is a beautiful space-holder. I felt seen heard and understood during the publishing experience, [which can feel incredibly isolating.]”

Nova Reid

“Layla Saad is a rare and remarkable combination of visionary, artist, entrepreneur, leader, and coach. She brings her deep empathy, wisdom, and profound intuition to every person she works with. Without her guidance, I would not have felt as confident as I did when venturing into a crowded marketplace. Layla is exceptional. She leads and teaches with love and knowledge cultivated through her robust career as an author, coach, and leader. I will always turn to her for her singular wisdom.”

Reema Zaman

“Layla's advice was so helpful to me as a first time author. From what to consider with which literary agent to go with to advice on choosing a publisher - Layla's mentorship made this fairly opaque industry far easier to navigate.”

Mikaela Loach

"I signed a book deal to write a workbook, but kept submitting content to my editor that was well-suited for a memoir. After my editor rejected the 4th draft of the introduction I wrote, I reached out to Layla. I was second guessing my skills as a writer and wondering if I'll ever meet my publisher's deadline. Layla helped me understand the difference between a memoir and a workbook using an analogy that aligned with my brand. With Layla's guidance, I re-wrote the introduction to my workbook and submitted the draft to my editor. Not only did my editor accept the draft, but I now had a clear blueprint on how to write a workbook-worthy book. Without Layla, I'm sure my editor and I would've gone through a few more frustrating rounds. Instead, my relationship with my editor deepened and I happily met all of my publisher's deadlines with no delay."

Leesa Renee Hall

What We’ll Cover

Is This Right For You?

  • You’re writing a book that offers education, activation, and inspiration for making the world a better place.

  • You are looking for thought partnership and guidance as you navigate publishing your first or next book.

  • You know that you are unique and can’t be forced into a one-size-fits-all process.

  • You know that too much in publishing is gatekept and you’re ready to reclaim your power on your author’s journey.

Are you ready to go from Proposal to Published?

There are 3 spots available at this time

We need your book!

BIPOC authors and authors challenging the status quo are too often shut out of the publishing world.
Let’s change that.

FAQs

  • Proposal To Published is a 3-month mentorship intensive.

  • Yes, you will leave each call with clear action items.

  • Yes, you can contact via email and/or voxer between calls.

  • No, it’s for all non-fiction writers (of any race), writing books that can help us build a better world.

  • After you submit payment, you will receive an email that includes a link to an intake form for more details about your author journey. Once you submit that form, we’ll get back to you within 72 business hours on next steps. If determined that you are not a fit for this program, you will be immediately refunded at this time.

  • Yes, use this link to book a discovery call.

  • Click here to submit payment and receive your intake form via email. Once your intake form is approved, you will receive a link to schedule your calls.

  • We are unable to offer refunds for cancellations. If we determine that you are not the right fit for this program through your intake form, you will be refunded immediately.

Proposal to Published

with Layla Saad

There are 3 spots available at this time