JUST 12 Only 10 AUTHOR SPOTS Left
Does this sound like you?
“I’m not sure how to polish this draft into something reader-ready.”
“Editing and publishing feel overwhelming. I don't even know where to begin!”
“I want to honor God with this message, but I don’t know where to begin.”
Then join a 2-month guided group experience with personal coaching + accountability to help you publish your book for the new year.
Join now to get $400+ Extra Founder Member Bonuses
I want to help you start the year strong and ready to publish in 2026 — so when you join the Write. Refine. Release. Cohort by Saturday 2/8 @ 12pm EST, you’ll receive these exclusive early bird bonuses bonuses
☎️ Bonus #1
20-Min Private Coaching Call ($47 value)
Kickstart your progress with a one-on-one onboarding call. Together we’ll map your next right steps toward refining and releasing your book with clarity.
📬 Bonus #2
Launch Boost Email to My Lists ($97 value)
When your book releases, I’ll personally feature it to my combined 2,100+ subscribers — both Christian readers and fellow authors — to help your story or resource reach more hearts.
📖 Bonus #3
Free Book Formatting • Next 2 Spots Only! ($47 value)
Let me format your ebook and paperback files in Vellum so they’re professional and ready to publish. Clean, beautiful layout—done for you.
Inside the Cohort you'll learn how to
Confidently self-edit your manuscript using my step-by-step GospelWise refinement system.
Polish your voice, structure, and scenes so your book reads like a professional release.
Navigate indie publishing with peace and clarity — from file setup to launch.
Finish strong with your message ready for readers before the year ends.
Build confidence for marketing and long-term author growth in 2026.
Refine and release your book with TWO BONUS training courses
Call Themes ⚡ Focus
Refine #1 – How to self-edit and strengthen your draft.
Refine #2 – Refinement, improving flow and readability, preparing for reads.
Release #1 – Indie publishing workflow: files, formatting, cover, blurb, metadata, and setup.
Release #2 – Planning, reader connection, celebrating wins, + commissioning authors into 2026.
PLUS 8 extra lessons – 4 per stage – to empower you to refine and release your book in 2026
JUST 12 Only 10 AUTHOR SPOTS Left
Write. Refine. Release. Cohort
A 2-month guided group experience designed to help Christian authors finish and publish their books — with clarity, community, and confidence.
You’ll move from feeling uncertain & alone to knowing exactly how to:
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Refine your manuscript into a professional, reader-ready book.
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Format, upload, and release your book using a simple, repeatable indie publishing process.
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Start 2026 with your message ready to impact lives.
This isn’t just another course. It’s a small group of like-minded Christian authors walking this sacred creative journey together — with expert guidance every step of the way and a clear publishing plan to start 2026 strong with your message in readers’ hands.
JUST 12 Only 10 AUTHOR SPOTS Left
Live Coaching Zoom-style Calls + Practical Mini Trainings
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Call #1 February 18: Assess & Edit for Readability
Call #2 March 4: Style, Structure & Voice
Call #3 March 11: From Polished to Published
Call #4 March 25: Launch, Celebrate & Commission
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1:00pm - 2:00pm ET (10am - 11:00am PT)
Wednesdays + 1 Bonus Monday
8 Week Committment
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Weekly trainings on editing + publishing
🎁 BONUS: Fast Guide to Publishing Your Book ($67 value)
🎁 BONUS: Replay of Write. Refine. Release. Live Training ($47 value)
On-going access to call replays + lessons
Inside the Cohort you'll have access to
8 weeks of group coaching (Feb 9 –March 31, 2026)
4 live calls + bonus check-in
Personalized coaching and encouragement (max 12 authors)
8 extra practical lessons for additional deep-dive training
A complete publishing setup and launch plan.
Extra Bonus Courses
Fast Guide to Publishing Your Book — your step-by-step indie publishing roadmap (a $67 value).
Write. Refine. Release. — your step-by-step guide to editing and publishing (a $47 value).
Here to Empower Your Passion
A 18+ Year Legacy of Writing and Publishing Experience
Hi, I’m Jeremy Bouma, founder of CROSS + PEN.
For over a decade, I’ve helped Christian authors turn their manuscripts into professional, publish-ready books — and now I’m inviting you to join me for a special year-end experience.
You’ll learn practical systems, but you’ll also gain gospel-centered encouragement to steward your creative calling faithfully. This is not about hustling harder. It’s about finishing well — and releasing your message with purpose.
I’ve been where you are — unsure how to polish a draft, stuck in editing overwhelm, and wondering how to publish in a way that honors God and serves readers. That’s why I created this cohort: to walk alongside Christian authors and help them finish well.
Trusted By
What your pass to this training includes:
Expert Skills and Insights + Total Confidence
Everything you need to refine and release your book — your way, stress-free — giving your project a solid footing and you the confidence to ignite faith in your world!
Instant + Ongoing Training Access
Immediate access to the bonus publishing course — individual lessons with written notes PLUS on-going access to the course and any updates.
Bonus Audio Access
The option to download the audio lessons onto your digital device to listen on the go
Creative Community + Ongoing Support
Access to my exclusive Facebook co-op group with ongoing support and regular interaction PLUS regular Q&A sessions — and the opportunity to send your questions
Future Updates
Planned updates to up your publishing game so that you'll always be ready when the industry changes.
Do you have Qs?
Some things you might be wondering about
Do I need to have finished my book to join?
You should have a complete or near-complete draft. If you’re in revisions, this is the perfect next step.
What if I can’t attend live?
All calls are recorded and uploaded within 24 hours. You’ll get on-going replay access.
What publishing path does this focus on?
Independent/self-publishing through platforms like Amazon KDP and Draft2Digital.
How much time should I plan to commit?
A few hours per week: live session + light action steps to move your book forward.
Will there be another round?
Yes — during Lent 2026. But this founding round is limited to 12 authors at special pricing.
Anything else?
Shoot me an email to see if this is right for you: jeremy@crossandpen.com