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Meet Kimberly R. Vargas

Author, Blogger, and Writing Coach

Kimberly R. Vargas studied English and Creative Writing at Eastern Michigan University where her passion for words was solidified after writing and directing a hit campus play. She enjoys crafting tales about captivating women of color who find joy against all odds and the sweet romances that help them along the way. When she isn’t homeschooling, editing an audio drama, or chatting with the characters in her head, she can be found struggling to hit a Mariah Carey octave or dancing in her kitchen. She currently lives abroad with her husband and two brilliant children.

Learn more about her other projects at :
www.kimberlyrvargas.com

Need a Writing Coach?

You did it! You finished that manuscript, revised it, got feedback from critique partners and beta readers, and revised it a few more times for good measure. And finally, it’s done! You’ve accomplished a feat most aspiring author never will, and now you’re ready to get this puppy published. Let me help.

I’m Kim, an experienced author with over 2 decades of practice in fiction and drama writing, as well as an English degree with a concentration in Creative Writing.
 
For the past 5 years, I’ve dedicated myself to studying the top formulas in story structure and character development, as well as the ins and outs of breaking into the traditional publishing world. And in 2023, I did it! In 5 weeks’ time, I managed to land my dream literary agent, and you can too!
 
Want an honest opinion from someone who’s been there at a fraction of the cost? Let me help you refine a manuscript agents and readers won’t be able to ignore and make your author dreams come true.

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Current Services Available

Select any of the services below for more information. Portfolio here.

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Query Package Consult

Preparing to submit your manuscript for literary representation? Get a full critique of your query letter, synopsis, and opening chapter. Logline and pitch reviews also available.

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Character Development

A fully developed MC carries the heartbeat of your novel/short story. Don’t let them come out half-baked. Let’s do the work to figure out your characters’ goals, motivation, and conflict.

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Plot / Story Structure

Got an interesting destination but no clue how to get there? Let us help you develop a sound road map full of twists and turns–with a few intriguing pit stops along the way.

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Partial/Full Beta Reads

Want an experienced writer’s opinion on your partial or full manuscript? Sign up today for in-line comments and a full reader report.

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Craft Critique

Concerned about relying too heavily on crutch phrases, action tags, or how to give your words that perfect flow? Sign up for a craft critique to learn what’s working, what’s not, and how to fix it.

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The Works

If you’re looking to improve your overall manuscript, characters, plot, and craft, we can help you improve in as little as one session. Query package review included. Let’s get you published ASAP, at a fraction of the cost!

Kim’s professionalism and positive attitude made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend Kim for anyone in need of a reliable, thorough, and reasonably priced beta tester.
Thank you, Kim, for your outstanding work!
Ki Paschal (Inspirational / Children’s Fiction Author)
Excellent critique! Super thorough, thought-provoking, professional, warm. Gave me great questions to think about as well. So helpful. Thanks a million!
GJ Fleck(Indie Author)
Kim’s responsiveness to emails and her deep understanding of both the author and the novel make her an invaluable asset. Her feedback is insightful and incredibly helpful, reflecting her extensive experience and dedication to her craft. I highly recommend her services to any aspiring author looking to refine their work and move closer to their publishing dreams.
JB Cooke(Upmarket Thriller Author)
Kim is a godsend! She caught many of my inconsistencies and grammatical errors. And her feedback was so encouraging! Thank you so much!
E. Lumiere(Indie Author)