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Rea Frey

Bestselling author, book coach, and publishing strategist Rea Frey helps writers get crystal clear on their book goals, choose the best publication path, and bring their vision into the world—their way. 

With over 20 years in publishing, 12+ books of her own, and 500+ authors coached from idea to bookstore shelves, Rea offers a proven, personalized approach that blends industry insight with creative empowerment.

The consult is best for writers who are developing their book, are newer to publishing and need an overall primer, or those who want specific advice on certain aspects of their writing journey.

Register ASAP to reserve your spot. Limited to 50 authors.

Package rate: $250

  • A customizable 30-minute call with Rea, which may cover:
    • Choosing the proper publishing path that aligns with your creative and business goals (traditional, hybrid, or indie)
    • Identifying your next steps to move from idea or manuscript to launch day
    • For writers further along, identifying why you're not getting enough manuscript requests, or how to pivot and more efficiently move your book forward
  • Free entry to the Book Pipeline Unpublished contest (enter any time before October)
  • 3 free streaming events of your choice from Pipeline Artists’ Symposium library, with over 100 events on writing to choose from

During registration, we'll collect some initial info about your writing background to better prep for your call. Afterward, you’ll receive info on next steps and how to schedule your session.

*note that the consult is not for material or query review

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2026 Adaptation Contest

Special Entry Deadline: March 20, 2026

Seeking published books, graphic novels, and short stories for film and TV adaptation. Winner receives extensive development with execs and circulation to producers.

2026 Unpublished Contest

Special Entry Deadline: March 20, 2026

Reviewing unpublished manuscripts across multiple categories of fiction and nonfiction. Select publishers and literary agents get first look at the winner.

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Runner-up Author Published by Running Wild Press

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The Indispensable Lottie Hot by Mark Connelly will be published by Running Wild Press. Due for a 2026 release. Mark placed in the 2024 Unpublished competition with his literary novel Newman's Choice.

Nonfiction Finalist "Ditch Your Sh*T" Author Signed

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Unpublished finalist (Nonfiction) Kate Evans was introduced by Pipeline to agent Cindy Bullard of Birch Literary in 2023, who soon after signed her. Ditch Your Sh*t!: How to Declutter the Crap Out of Your Life and Home is slated for publication in October 2025 through Turner Books.

Script Pipeline TV Finalist Signed by Stonesong

May 1, 2025

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