Smart Author Momentum

Smart Author Momentum

For Authors Ready for Consistent, Confident Progress

Runs from Monday 19 January to Friday 17 April 2026 — with Karen Williams, The Book Mentor

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Smart Author Momentum was created because, whenever I support writers – whether in a Writing Sprint or one-to-one – the same challenges show up once the book becomes real.

When you’re taking your first proper steps, or moving beyond the initial excitement into the more complex part of writing a book, you’ll want…

space to ask the questions bubbling up
reassurance that your structure actually holds together
and deeper coaching and mentoring to create more clarity and confidence.

The six-week Writing Sprints help people build habits and get going – but they often end just as ideas start expanding and questions begin to surface.

Smart Author Momentum sits in that sweet spot – long enough to create meaningful progress and short enough to stay focused.

It builds on the power of the Sprints, where showing up alongside others sparks commitment, confidence, motivation and forms a consistent writing habit. From there, we deepen the experience with a unique blend of mentoring, accountability and feedback that helps you shape your book properly without it taking over your life.

If you care deeply about your book, and want support to help you start and continue with confidence, then Smart Author Momentum is for you.

I'm Ready For Some Momentum!

How Smart Author Momentum Works

Smart Author Momentum is a structured 13-week group programme led by me, Karen Williams – The Book Mentor, TEDx speaker and author of ten books – and supported by my team.

As the ‘big sister’ of the Writing Sprints, we move towards the completion of your book. At this stage, it’s easy to get lost in the messy middle – which is why ongoing guidance and reassurance matter as much as momentum.

Across the programme, you’ll have protected writing time, expert insight, and honest advice – all designed to help you keep moving steadily forward without overwhelm, frustration or pressure.

By working alongside others who are doing it too, you’ll stay on track, feel focused and encouraged, and be championed all the way to the finish line.

“When the opportunity arose to join the Autumn Writing Sprint, I'm so glad I did. The real winner for me was the writing community – the energy, the inspiring conversations and the support. It completely shifted my perspective on my project.” – Susan Latchford

When Is it?

Smart Author Momentum starts on Monday 19 January 2026 and finishing on Friday 17 April 2026.

There are 12 active programme weeks and a dedicated Integration Week halfway through. This intentional pause gives you space to breathe, consolidate, reflect, think, and refine – because strong books are shaped through clarity as much as through consistent writing.

What's Inside Smart Author Momentum?

⭐ A Clear Weekly Rhythm

Each active week is structured with four dedicated Momentum sessions to help you make steady, intentional progress:

Three live writing hours – Three live writing hours – focused, protected time to build momentum and sustain your writing habit.
One live support session, alternating fortnightly between:
• Group Coaching & Mentoring – strategic guidance to help shape your ideas, get encouragement, and make consistent progress with insights rather than guesswork.
• Author Circle – a warm space to connect with fellow authors, share progress, ask questions and learn from one another.

Together, these sessions give you the right balance of writing time, peer encouragement and grounded mentoring without overwhelming your diary.

You don’t need to attend everything – the structure is there to support you, not box you in.

⭐ Group Kick-off & Wrap-Up

Two one-hour sessions designed to bookend your experience – starting with intention, and ending with celebration, reflection and a clear plan for your next stage.

⭐ Two Deeper Dive Workshops

Grounded, practical one-hour sessions focusing on:

Marketing – simple ways to build visibility while writing, including how to use digital tools without getting lost in the tech
Publishing – a clear overview of your options and what to expect next, so you’re not guessing your way through editing, design or production.

⭐ 15-Minute Momentum Starter Call

A short, focused one-to-one call with me to help you get clear on your priorities before we begin.

⭐ Smart Author Self-Study Included (value £497+VAT)

Access the full Smart Author framework behind planning, writing and publishing your book, so you always know what you’re doing, why you’re doing it and what comes next.

Includes an additional 30-minute one-to-one book mentoring call, plus bonus access to the Book Launch Blueprint (Amazon Bestseller Programme).

⭐ Bonus Book Marketing Challenge (value £197+VAT)

A practical 30-day book marketing challenge packed with simple, actionable ideas to help you build visibility while you’re writing, prepare for your launch, and keep your book alive long after publication.

⭐ Accountability, Prompts, and Community Support

A private Facebook group, regular motivational emails, writing prompts, and gentle nudges during our writing hours to help you stay on track.

“Your reassurance helps me stop being self-critical and reconnect with why my message matters. Breaking everything into small, doable steps – with steady accountability – keeps me moving.” – Linda Worley

Let’s Get This Book Written

By the End of Momentum, You'll Have:

✅ a manuscript that has moved forward in a real, satisfying way – not just in word count, but in clarity and confidence
✅ the tools to navigate the messy middle without spiralling, freezing, or losing faith
✅ a deeper sense of authorship and trust in your authority as a writer
✅ a grounded understanding of what comes next once your first draft is complete
✅ a sharper understanding of how your book strengthens your positioning, and the growth of your business and brand

“Karen didn’t just help me improve my book — she helped me become a better author. Her clarity, structure and care transformed both the manuscript and my confidence. I’m proud of the book we created together.” — Philipp Baaske

Dates and Details:

📅 Runs from Monday 19 January to Friday 17 April 2026 (there are 52 group sessions in total, and you’re welcome to attend as many or as few as suit you. Group coaching sessions and workshops will be recorded).

Early Bird Offer: £297+VAT x three monthly payments or £877+VAT single payment
Full Price: £347+VAT x three monthly payments or £997+VAT single payment

Early Bird Offer ends 5pm on Friday 9 January 2026.

If you want steady progress instead of stop-start cycles... and if you want grounded support that brings out your best work… Momentum gives you the space, structure, and support to make it happen.

If you know Momentum is what you need, this is the best time to join. I’d love to guide you through it.

I'm In – Let's Go!

Early Bird Offer Available For

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When are the dedicated Momentum sessions?

There are four dedicated Momentum sessions each week (except during the Integration Week): Mondays 12–1pm, Tuesdays 7–8pm, Wednesdays 12–1pm, Thursdays 8–9am (UK time). There’s an optional 10-minute check-in at the start of each session to set your intentions.

Three of these hours are live writing hours, and you’ll have one support session each week. This support session will either be a Group Coaching session or an Author Circle, and will rotate across days and times so you don’t miss out if you can’t regularly attend a particular slot.

Alongside this, you’ll have the Kick-Off and Wrap-Up sessions and two themed deeper dives (on Marketing and Publishing).

All sessions except the writing hours will be recorded.

All sessions are online via Zoom. And you’ll get access to the full schedule with links – join from wherever you are in the world.

Do I have to attend every session live?

No. The programme is designed to work even if you can’t attend everything live. You’ll still have protected writing time in your diary, regular touchpoints, replays of all support sessions and community accountability to keep you moving. It would be great if you could attend 2–3 sessions a week, but it’s not essential.

If you’re away for part of the programme, that’s absolutely fine – you can drop back in easily and keep us updated in the Facebook group if you’d like to.

What if I haven’t done a Writing Sprint before?

Momentum works beautifully whether you’ve sprinted with me or you’re joining our community for the first time. The only thing you need is the intention to make meaningful progress on your book.

What if I'm right at the beginning of my book?

Smart Author Momentum supports you whether you’re shaping early ideas or knee-deep in the messy middle. You’ll get clarity on your direction, structure and next steps, with coaching, Author Circles and writing hours helping you work things out as you go.

What kind of author is this for?

Smart Author Momentum is ideal for those writing business books, expertise-led nonfiction, memoir and self-development books. If you’re writing to share a message, build authority or make an impact, you’re in the right place.

We’ve also had people writing fiction, creating courses and developing e-books – anything goes if you’d like structured support and a motivating writing rhythm.

How much time do I need each week?

You choose your level of commitment. The live writing hours create protected space for you, and the support sessions add depth. Most people spend between 3–4 hours a week on their book.

Will I get personal feedback from you?

Yes. You’ll have opportunities to ask questions, share challenges, refine your structure and get guidance from me throughout the programme. You also have a 15-minute starter call and a 30-minute one-to-one to use when it suits you, alongside our group coaching and Facebook community.

What if I'm slow or behind?

There’s no “behind” here. Smart Author Momentum is intentionally designed to meet you where you are. The Integration Week helps everyone reset. If you miss a few sessions, you can step back in easily.

What if English isn't my first language, or I'm dyslexic or neurodivergent?

That’s absolutely fine. Many of my clients write in their second (or third) language, have dyslexia or are neurodivergent. Smart Author Momentum provides a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment, and you can work at the pace and in the way that suits you best. You’ll never be asked to fit into a rigid mould – the programme is designed to flex around different thinking and working styles.

Do you help with publishing or marketing?

While publishing isn't included in the programme, there are two themed Q&A sessions on publishing and marketing, and you’ll also have access to the Smart Author Self-Study framework, the Book Launch Blueprint, and the Book Marketing Challenge.

What happens after Smart Author Momentum ends?

You will finish with clarity, confidence and a plan for the next stage. If you'd like additional support, you can continue writing with the Sprint community, attend future Momentum rounds, come on a Writing Retreat or move into one-to-one mentoring.

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Karen Williams THE BOOK MENTOR

Karen Williams is The Book Mentor. She is the bestselling author of 10 books and a TEDx speaker, and since 2014 she has supported hundreds of coaches, leaders and experts who have a story to tell or a message to share.

She helps them through the whole process of writing a book, from planning, writing, marketing, launch and beyond.

Her superpower is helping people to uncover the best idea for their book, which means that they write and publish a book that attracts more of the right clients, raises their credibility, creates new exciting opportunities, and massively builds their business.

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