City of the Future Publishing
coaching and editing services for writers
We bring your book to life.
We are not a hybrid press. We offer expert coaching and editing services for serious writers. Personal coaching, self-publishing support, marketing and promotion strategy, and partnered writing are all on deck. Whether you have a shadow of an idea, a dream book you've never finished, or a tight 100,000 words of the first book in a trilogy, we're here to help. Patient and flexible, but firm and concrete.
Why writers love us
Michael Lucas, author of the Starfighter Club series
"Renee’s keen insights improved my science fiction novel immensely! She identified several issues that I’d missed in my many rereads, and her kind yet firm approach helped me kill a few 'darlings' that had persisted through several drafts."
Pazit Levitan, EdD, Founder, The Path to Impact
"Thank you for your amazing help! Beyond your talent for words and writing, you have a special approach and the ability to understand the person and their work, and you find a way to support them. I really appreciate that. It's not everyday that I feel so comfortable and productive and very open with someone in working together."
"When I was looking for an editor to help me bring my book to the finish line under a deadline, Renee was the first person I called. She was able to take in the big picture and dig into the details to help me make efficient and smart edits that kept my head above water while I met the deadline on time and with confidence! Highly recommend Renee for your book project at any stage of development."
Naomi Vladeck, author of Braving Creativity: Artists Who Turn the Scary, Thrilling, Messy Path of Change into Courageous Transformation
Services & Programs
I Want the Full Package
From concept to finished manuscript, in a one-year engagement
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Development calendar and time management
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Weekly coaching sessions
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Text check-ins as needed
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Developmental editing
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Line editing
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Final proofread
Optional additions
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Proposal support
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Submission support
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Marketing and promotions
Getting Across the Finish Line
Transform a completed draft into a finished manuscript ready for publication
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Editorial review and line editing
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Final proofread
Optional additions
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Proposal support
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Submission support
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Marketing and promotions
Just the Coaching, Please
Coaching to fit your schedule, for as long as you need, to achieve your writing goals
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Weekly coaching sessions
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Text check-ins as needed
Optional additions
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Proposal support
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Submission support
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Marketing and promotions
Self-Publishing Support
Get your finished manuscript out there, with a little help
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Book cover design
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Print & ebook layout
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Final proof and quality assurance
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ISBN, copyright, and prep for Library of Congress submission
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Project management
Optional additions
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Marketing suite
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Promotion support
We offer a full range of writing, editing, and coaching services, including partnered writing (AKA ghost-writing), contract writing on a range of topics, book proposal development, and publishing event planning.
Meet The Team
Lakis Polycarpou
Founder & Author
Renée Kashuba
Editor & Coach
