the book doctor

Do you want to free your creativity, write a book and get it published?

Philippa Pride, book editor, writing coach and publishing consultant offers inspirational courses and one-to-one coaching at home and abroad.

Whether you are just setting out or ready to revise your manuscript, why not treat yourself to one of Philippa’s exciting workshops, masterclasses, coaching sessions or writing holidays?

Quote of the month

“Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass”

— Anton Chekhov

Book of the month

Tip of the month

“Description is what makes the reader a sensory participant in the story...[it] begins in the writer’s imagination, but should finish in the reader’s”

— Stephen King

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“A really inspiring course! Philippa’s advice and her feedback is highly rewarding, giving inspiring writers the impetus to actually write and conquer there writing gremlins!”

- Hemant

“I have worked with Phil Pride for upwards of twenty years, and know of no one in the writing and publishing business who is better equipped to talk about and teach the art and craft of writing”

-Stephen King, No.1 Bestselling Writer

“Philippa has a true talent of unlocking the hidden writer within you. Her unique approach means that you are sure to leave feeling truly inspired”

- Sabiha

“A wonderful coach and writing mentor… For anyone looking to develop their writing or get a novel off the ground. I really can’t recommend Philippa highly enough”

- Susie

“A writing coach who balances motivating, supporting, challenging and encouraging her writers in such a way that they weave words and create work that go beyond even their own expectations”

- Darcy

Writing courses at home

including Guardian Masterclasses

Writing holidays

Free your creativity in an inspirational setting - next course 20 to 27 September, 2025