Memoir Coaching
Brad took the mystery out of book writing and tailored his mentorship to my needs. He made me do the emotional work—and it paid off. I landed a book deal soon after moving to New York.
— Mimi Hayes, author of I’ll Be OK, It’s Just a Hole in My Head
I’m Brad Wetzler, the heart-centered memoir editor and writing coach.
For more than thirty years, I’ve helped people tell true stories that matter.
As a journalist, I wrote for The New York Times, National Geographic Adventure, Outside, and GQ. As an editor, I have worked with some of America’s finest nonfiction writers.
Later, as a memoirist and teacher, I discovered that the greatest adventure isn’t out there—it’s within.
Memoir, when done well, is more than a record of events. It’s a journey into consciousness—the act of tracing what your life has been asking of you all along.
That’s the work I help people do.
Who I Work With
I work with writers, seekers, and truth-tellers who sense there’s a deeper story waiting to be written—one that connects lived experience with meaning and voice.
Whether you’re beginning a memoir, shaping essays, or circling a life story you’ve never quite been able to tell, I’ll meet you where you are and guide you through the terrain between memory and meaning.
Through my work with Brad I’ve become a more direct and accessible writer, speaker, and therapist. While I thought I was just writing a book, I emerged with a fully integrated vision of what I have to offer the world.
— Melissa Walker, MA, LPC, R-DMT
Ways to Work Together
1. Memoir Coaching Sessions
Single Memoir Coaching Session — $320
A focused 75-minute deep dive for clarity and next steps.
Includes:
- My in-depth read of up to 20 pages
- 75 minutes of coaching call via Zoom
- Written notes and a clear action plan
Working with Brad was one of the most important decisions I made as an author. He helped me see the big picture and elevate my work where it mattered most.
— Eddie Pinero, Inspirational Speaker and YouTube Creator
Memoir Intensive: 3-Session Package — $885
Three 60-minute sessions over six weeks, with written feedback and guidance between meetings.
You’ll gain:
- A stronger narrative and emotional spine
- Structure and forward momentum
- A deeper, truer voice
- A renewed sense of creative purpose
You’ll leave with a written summary of insights and a step-by-step revision plan.
Brad helped me understand what my story was really about. I stopped circling the surface and started writing from the soul.
— Joanna, memoir client
2. Six-Month Writing Your Memoir Mentorship
For writers ready to dedicate six months to finishing or transforming a memoir or nonfiction manuscript about healing, recovery, or personal and spiritual transformation.
In this immersive mentorship, I become your partner in the creative and emotional process of writing a book. Together we move from idea to execution—from vision to completion.
Program Overview
- Goal Setting & Process — clarify your book’s central question and set concrete goals: finish a draft, polish chapters, or complete a deep rewrite.
- Clarity & Structure — align tone, structure, and voice with your deepest intent.
- Progress I — build consistency and momentum with honest, encouraging feedback.
- Reset — mid-program reflection and recalibration.
- Progress II — refine, expand, and strengthen your manuscript with continued guidance.
- Big Picture + Next Steps — map publishing options and prepare for launch.
What You’ll Receive
- Six months of dedicated partnership and accountability
- Multiple 60-minute 1:1 Zoom sessions each month (per plan)
- Up to 20 pages reviewed before each call
- Editorial feedback informed by three decades in publishing
- Personalized action plan and writing schedule
- Email access between sessions (two questions per week)
- A clear path toward finishing your book—and the satisfaction of writing “The End.”
Working with Brad was one of the most important decisions I made as an author. He helped me see the big picture and elevate my work where it mattered most.
— Eddie Pinero, Inspirational Speaker and YouTube Creator
Investment Options (6-Month Mentorship)
*Three months are paid upfront at the start, and the remaining three are billed monthly.
*Plan Sessions Per Month Total Investment Payment Structure
Comprehensive Plan (4x per month)
$6,100 Total
$2,000 upfront + $820 / month for 5 months
Focused Plan
(3x per month)
$4,800 Total
$1,500 upfront + $660 / month for 5 months
Foundational Plan (2x per month)
$3,400 Total
$1,500 upfront + $380 / month for 5 months
Brad has a unique ability to help writers see the forest for the trees. He gave me actionable advice that turned my manuscript around.
— *Scott Carney, author of The Wedge and What Doesn’t Kill Us
Why Work With Me
- 30 + years as a narrative nonfiction writer and editor (Outside, National Geographic Adventure, GQ, The New York Times)
- Author of Into the Soul of the World (Hachette, 2023)
- 12 + years coaching hundreds of writers to bring their stories to life
- Creator of Writing the Soul, a thriving community for soulful, embodied writing
This isn’t about formulas or quick fixes. It’s about uncovering the wisdom already living inside your story—and learning to tell it in a way that moves others.
Brad’s mentorship transformed a potent but unfocused idea into a real, living book proposal. He helped me add sophistication without losing heart.
— *Alicia Patterson, author of The Secret to Female Vitality
More Client Words
Brad helped me outline my story, pushed me to tell it vividly, and motivated me when I lost focus. If you want to write but can’t seem to get started—or keep going—hire him. You won’t regret it.
— *Captain Paul A. Jones, author of From Farm to Ocean
Brad has a knack for easing me out of my head and into my heart. His feedback is sensitive and precise. He tells you what you need to hear—even when it’s hard—and it always helps.
— J.S., Denver (Book in Progress)
Ready to Begin?
If you feel the pull to finally tell your story—to stop circling it and step fully into it—let’s talk.
Or email me directly: brad@bradwetzler.com
Writing your story is sacred work.
It takes courage, honesty, and guidance.
Let’s make something real together.
