New York Times bestselling author Kristine Carlson
and acclaimed editor Debra Evans invite you to . . .
New York Times bestselling author Kristine Carlson and acclaimed editor Debra Evans invite you to . . .
There’s a book inside you that only you can write —
a book that can heal, inspire, guide, and uplift.
We guide writers through every step of the journey to becoming authors — offering courses,
coaching, retreats, writing challenges, and a global community of fellow writers to help you
bring your unique story, knowledge, and wisdom into the world.
There’s a book inside you that only you can write — a book that can heal, inspire, guide, and uplift.
We guide writers through every step of the journey to becoming authors — offering courses, coaching, retreats, writing challenges, and a global community of fellow writers to help you bring your unique story, knowledge, and wisdom into the world.
A creative container to support
and guide writers at every stage.
A creative container to support and guide writers at every stage.
A creative container to support and guide writers at every stage.
Join us for a soul-nourishing writing
retreat offered one-time per year in
sacred Mount Shasta, California.
Join us for a soul-nourishing writing retreat offered one-time per year in sacred Mount Shasta, California.
Join us for a soul-nourishing writing retreat offered one-time per year in sacred Mount Shasta, California.
We’re co-founders of Book Doulas — a creative partnership born
from the profound experience of bringing a book to life together.
We’re co-founders of Book Doulas — a creative partnership born from the profound experience of bringing a book to life together.
We’re co-founders of Book Doulas — a creative partnership born from the profound experience of bringing a book to life together.
She co-authored the iconic Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series with her late husband, Dr. Richard Carlson — a global publishing phenomenon with over 25 million books sold in 35 languages. In 2022, her powerful memoir Heartbroken Open was adapted into a Lifetime Television biopic starring Heather Locklear. With more than 30 years of experience in publishing, Kristine continues to inspire both readers and writers around the world with her heart, wisdom, and unshakable spirit.
With nearly 20 years of experience supporting bestselling authors and emerging thought leaders alike, she has served as editor, ghostwriter, and story doula for more than thirty published books. Her clients have included New York Times bestselling author Debbie Ford, filmmaker Barnet Bain, energy medicine expert Cyndi Dale, and spiritual teacher Lee Harris. Whether shaping teaching memoirs or prescriptive self-help, Debra brings a rare blend of insight, precision, and soulfulness to every project she touches.
With nearly 20 years of experience supporting bestselling authors and emerging thought leaders alike, she has served as editor, ghostwriter, and story doula for more than thirty published books. Her clients have included New York Times bestselling author Debbie Ford, filmmaker Barnet Bain, energy medicine expert Cyndi Dale, and spiritual teacher Lee Harris. Whether shaping teaching memoirs or prescriptive self-help, Debra brings a rare blend of insight, precision, and soulfulness to every project she touches.
Our clients and participants share their thoughts . . .
“By doing the Book Incubator program, I was able
to successfully publish my book Revolutionary
Optimism on May 1, 2024. And now, ten months
later . . . I’ve published two books unexpectedly!
[including the companion journal/workbook]”
- DR. PAUL ZEITZ
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The Book Incubator was incredible.
My first book is now well into the publishing
process. It was a life-changing experience for
me. I think it could be for you as well.”
- MARCIA MAIZEL-CLARKE
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The idea for my book was in the works
for several years. After working with Kris
and Debra, I finished and self-published
Curating Grief at the end of 2024 . . . and,
I just did my first TEDx talk!”
- CHARLENE LAM
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
Our clients and participants share their thoughts . . .
“By doing the Book Incubator program, I was able to successfully publish my book Revolutionary Optimism on May 1, 2024. And now, ten months later . . . I’ve published two books unexpectedly! [including the companion journal/workbook]”
- DR. PAUL ZEITZ
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The Book Incubator was incredible.
My first book is now well into the publishing process. It was a life-changing experience for me. I think it could be for you as well.”
- MARCIA MAIZEL-CLARKE
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The idea for my book was in the works
for several years. After working with Kris and Debra, I finished and self-publishedCurating Grief at the end of 2024 . . . and, I just did my first TEDx talk!”
- CHARLENE LAM
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
Our clients and participants share their thoughts . . .
“By doing the Book Incubator program, I was able to successfully publish my book Revolutionary Optimism on May 1, 2024. And now, ten months later . . . I’ve published two books unexpectedly! including the companion journal/workbook]”
- DR. PAUL ZEITZ
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The Book Incubator was incredible.
My first book is now well into the publishing process. It was a life-changing experience for me. I think it could be for you as well.”
- MARCIA MAIZEL-CLARKE
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
“The idea for my book was in the works for several years. After working with Kris and Debra, I finished and self-published Curating Grief at the end of 2024... and, I just did my first TEDx talk!”
- CHARLENE LAM
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
Not only are these the words that sell your book to the publishing industry, they’re also the words that provide a threshold moment for your potential reader – when they decide to walk with you. “Yes! This is the book I’ve been looking for.”
Writing a book isn’t a race to the end. It’s a sacred conversation between your heart and the page — one word, one breath, one brave step at a time. For us, it would be an honor to join you in that conversation . . .and support you along the path.
Welcome! We love that you are here, and to show our appreciation,
we have a free downloadable gift for you.
It will help you to answer this fundamental question . . .
What Kind of Book Are You Writing?
Once you identify the publishing industry genre that best suits your book, you will have the focus and clarity to truly start writing! To help you determine your genre, we’ve created a fun little discovery map to simplify the process. Just enter your email here to access your downloadable PDF.
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