THE NEW & IMPROVED NOTES TO NOVEL™ LIVE PROGRAM
Learn Foundational Storytelling Skills, Outline Your Novel & Start Writing In As Little As 8 Weeks (Even With ZERO Experience)
Doors are closed until Fall 2025, but you don’t have to wait in the dark. Join the VIP waitlist for exclusive early access, free writing tools, and special gifts delivered right to your inbox (all before Season 7 of Notes to Novel returns!)
The Proven Program That’s Helped 750+ Writers Finish Their First Drafts
Created by developmental editor and book coach, Savannah Gilbo, Notes to Novel is a signature live, 8-week coaching program for new and stuck writers who want to write a story they’re proud of finally.
Whether you're just starting out or knee-deep in a messy first draft, Notes to Novel gives you the clarity, structure, and support to brainstorm, outline, and start writing your first draft in as little as 8 weeks.
Season 7 is also getting a total upgrade. Savannah has re-recorded the core training, added brand-new tools, and built in more support to help you move from scattered notes to a solid story foundation—faster and with less overwhelm.
Most writing courses leave you on your own. This one doesn’t. It’s the most hands-on, supportive experience Savannah offers. It’s built to give you the skills, structure, and mindset to finally build momentum and write the book that’s been on your heart for years.
Since Savannah no longer offers private coaching, Notes to Novel is truly the closest you'll get to working with her 1:1 to write your story.
Join The VIP Waitlist Today And Get…
Join the VIP Waitlist and Get Exclusive Tools to Finally Write Your Novel
✅ Novel Writing Roadblocks Guide (with Real Stories)
Most writers feel stuck because they think they’re not cut out for it, but that's not true. This guide breaks down the real patterns that trip you up and how to move through them, step by step. With real-life case studies, too.
✅ Early Access Before Public Launch
You'll get early bird access before the doors open publicly. This live round always fills fast, and VIPs get first dibs. There's no pressure; this is just a heads-up so you don't miss your spot.
✅ Fireside Q&A Chats with Savannah
These are relaxed, come-as-you-are sessions where you can ask Savannah anything about your story, your writing process, or where things feel sticky, and you'll get coached through it live.
✅ Secret Mindset Videos
This is not the "just believe in yourself" stuff. These five-minute reset videos, delivered to your inbox, actually help you move past fear, doubt, perfectionism, and creative blocks (for good).
✅ Hear From Those Who’ve Done It
You'll read real stories of writers who doubted themselves but still finished their first drafts. This is the 'lift-me-up' inspo that will help you feel less alone and more excited to get your story done!
No More Staring At a Blank Page Or Losing Momentum Mid-Draft
Hear from those who’ve done it...
"I learned more from working with Savannah than I have from years of my own research—and I finally finished an entire draft of my novel!"
“Over the years, I've tried to write by myself and never made any kind of progress. I was frustrated and about to give up on my novel when I found this course—and I'm so glad I did. I learned more from working with Savannah than I have from years of my own research—and I finally finished an entire draft of my novel!”
—Amanda Norris
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"This process removed the overwhelm of writing a book by giving me the exact steps I needed to take to finish my draft."
“This process removed the overwhelm of writing a book by giving me the exact steps I needed to take to finish my draft. By not having to worry about what to do next, I was finally able to concentrate on my story and make actual progress. Now, I'm proud to say that I have a finished draft, and I'm currently seeking representation for my book!”
—Josh Thompson
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Hi, I’m Savannah. A developmental editor, book coach, and the best-selling author of The Story Grid Masterwork Analysis Guide to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
Through my online courses and social communities, I’ve helped over 600 writers write, edit, and/or publish their books (and have more fun while doing it), regardless of their educational background or previous writing experience.
After many years of working with writers one-on-one, I've developed a repeatable, step-by-step process that makes writing a novel feel less overwhelming and more fun. And that's exactly what I’ll share with you in this course.
There’s no fancy jargon. No overcomplicated strategies. Just clear, simple, and practical guidance that'll help you finish your novel in the most efficient way possible so you can finally share your story with the world.
So, if you're looking for a program that can save you time and money—and even make you fall in love with writing again—then there's no better one than this. See you inside the program!
—Savannah
Notes to Novel Is For You If...
- You have a story idea that excites you, but a blank Google doc sends you into a spiral of "Where do I even start?" and "Am I doing this right?"
- You've written the same first few chapters multiple times, only to abandon them because something feels "off," but you can't pinpoint what.
- You find yourself researching endlessly, collecting writing books, and watching craft videos instead of actually writing.
- You start with enthusiasm but get stuck a few chapters in, when your inner critic grows louder, your plot feels mismatched, and your characters seem less magnetic than you imagined.
- You've tried to piece together advice from different sources, but instead of clarity, you're left with contradictory information and more confusion.
- The gap between the story in your head and what's on the page leaves you feeling frustrated and questioning whether you have what it takes.
- You're tired of the cycle of starting strong, losing momentum, and watching another year pass without finishing your story that's been on your heart.
- You know deep down that with the proper feedback, and community, you could finally turn from someone who "wants to write someday" into someone who actually finishes their novel.
From Frustrated To Finished—Fast
Hear from those who’ve done it...
You Don't Need To Write Your Novel Alone.
The doors are currently closed, but Season 7 (live round) opens in Fall 2025. Join the VIP Waitlist now for an exclusive first look and priority access.
And while you wait, we’ll send you free tips, tools, and inspiration to keep your writing spark alive.
Don’t wait to take the first step toward finishing your novel. The VIP waitlist is your chance to get exclusive tools, live coaching, and early access to a proven process that’s helped hundreds of writers go from stuck to finished.
Join the Waitlist Today and start your journey to ‘The End.’ Waitlist members will get access to an exclusive bonus when doors open. I can’t share all the details yet, but trust me—you won’t want to miss it.