Welcome!
I’m so glad you're here! I started Aphrodite Books five years ago because I had a vision—I wanted to make publishing more accessible to unique, impassioned voices who shared my love of storytelling and my passion for making the world a little better in the process. Today, I am so excited to launch the Aphrodite Author Concierge Program designed to support bold, brilliant women with powerful stories to tell—women who are ready to write and publish with passion and purpose.
I created this program to empower other authors and take the mystery out of the book-writing and publishing processes. Every author is different, and thus, your program will be tailored to your individual needs—whether you have a near-final draft or an abstract idea that you need a partner to help bring onto the page. I will help you put your best work forward and create a plan to polish your manuscript, clarify your publishing goals, and brainstorm with you on how to build out your author platform to ensure your authentic voice shines through. Whether you’re interested in self-publishing or publishing with Aphrodite Books, we’ll work through the process, and I will provide strategic and honest feedback and the support that will enable you to deliver your best final product. (If you are seeking the traditional publication route, we can work together to refine your voice and vision while polishing your manuscript, but please note that I do not publish through traditional big publishing houses.)
Please take a few thoughtful moments to review the program offerings and arrange a Discovery Call with me. After our call, you can complete the application. Share as much as you feel called to—your story, your vision, and where you are in your journey. I’m not looking for perfection—the information you provide will help me advise which program track is appropriate for you.
I review every application with care and will be in touch if you’re a strong fit for our inaugural Fall Semester.
I can’t wait to work together to transform your ideas from concept onto bookshelves!
Rachael Eckles
Founder & CEO, Aphrodite Books; Author, Celeste Donovan Series
Polished Manuscript Track
Overview: This 12-week coaching program for the writer beginning the writing process who wants a partner and 1:1 coach to bring an idea into a polished manuscript.
Design: We will meet regularly via email and virtually for 10-12 sessions. I will be readily available to you during this time for creative support.
Result: If you devote the time we designate with a consistent writing practice, you will have made solid progress on or completed a polished manuscript ready for copy editing and proofreading.
Ideal Candidate: This program is for you if you have a great idea and are ready to begin. You want an accountability partner to bring your idea to life, and you may not be sure of your publishing pathway yet.
End-to-End Concierge Service
Overview: Think of this program as bringing your book from concept to completion with a suite of services that includes coaching, development editing, and publishing support. Includes full editing, cover design, and launch necessities - a PR plan, ISBNs, copyright, and distribution logistics for Amazon KDP, Barnes & Noble, Ingram Spark, and other relevant platforms.
Design: This program includes everything in the polished manuscript program as well as the next steps post-writing.
Result: A self-published or Aphrodite book ready for launch!
Ideal Candidate: You want to be an Aphrodite Author and will outsource the challenging parts of publishing to Aphrodite Books while focusing entirely on your writing and building your author platform.