

Why does writing your book feel harder than it should?
“How do I structure my story?”
“Is it good enough?”
“Will anyone even read it?”
“How do I present myself as an author with credibility?”
That’s exactly why I created The Author Essentials.
• Story Timeline
• Author Profile
• Book Blurb
With structure and courage on your side, you'll finally have the conviction to write the book you've been carrying all along.
✅Story Timeline Template (Fiction & Non-Fiction):
• Map your entire book from start to finish.
• No more stalling on blank pages.
✅Author Profile Template (for all platforms):
• Craft a profile that demands attention.
• Present yourself with authority across social media, website, and book retailers.
• Show the world why your story matters.
✅Book Blurb Template (for back cover and sales copy):
• Write blurbs that spark curiosity and drive readers to buy.
• A structure that hooks instantly and makes your book impossible to ignore.

Dawn Bates is more than an author.
She is a catalyst for truth and transformation, with a global voice for purposeful writing.
Having lived and worked in 47 countries, Dawn brings firsthand experience of political upheaval, cultural complexity, and human resilience.
Her powerful stories were lived, tested, and refined in some of the most challenging environments in the world.
She knows what it takes to honour your truth and share it with courage, because she has done it herself, not just in writing over 30 books, but in the real-world arenas of conflict, culture, and social change.
As the founder of the DBI Author Academy, Dawn’s mission is to empower one million authors to write literature that inspires, uplifts, and transforms society.
Through The Author Essentials, Dawn gives you the exact starting point you need - practical tools with a deeper purpose: to ensure your story is heard, respected, and remembered.
She guides those who are ready to break free from superficiality, embrace authenticity, and create work that truly matters, whether on the page, on stage, or in life.




“I have had the pleasure of working with Dawn both as a coaching and author client and every interaction is an opportunity for development and expansion. Her knowledge and experience of moral issues is vast and she is most certainly a woman on a mission in terms of raising awareness of global ethics and social justice."
“Would I work recommend working with Dawn? Absolutely… but set your sights and standards high.”
Su Winsbury, Wellbeing & Empowerment Coach
"Dawn was a bright, cheerful, and positive influence that helped me focus my thoughts and efforts. She basically pushed me off the cliff of research, outlines, and apprehension into the valley of writing. She is a fantastic Author Coach who I have truly enjoyed working with.”
Umberto Nardolicci, Navy veteran & Software Engineer
“Writing can be an emotional thing, you are after all putting some of yourself on the page. Dawn has been there throughout the process of writing, release and promotion, holding the space for us throughout. Her commitment to getting the book out there in front of people and raising it’s profile has been amazing. Successful books happen because publishers like Dawn make it happen.”
Kate Usher, Speaker/Trainer/Coach/Consultant

“Dawn was a bright, cheerful, and positive influence that helped me focus my thoughts and efforts. She basically pushed me off the cliff of research, outlines, and apprehension into the valley of writing. She is a fantastic Author Coach who I have truly enjoyed working with.”
Umberto Nardolicci, Navy veteran & Software Engineer

"I have had the pleasure of working with Dawn both as a coaching and author client and every interaction is an opportunity for development and expansion. Her knowledge and experience of moral issues is vast and she is most certainly a woman on a mission in terms of raising awareness of global ethics and social justice."
“Would I work recommend working with Dawn? Absolutely… but set your sights and standards high.”
Su Winsbury, Wellbeing & Empowerment Coach

“Writing can be an emotional thing, you are after all putting some of yourself on the page. Dawn has been there throughout the process of writing, release and promotion, holding the space for us throughout. Her commitment to getting the book out there in front of people and raising it’s profile has been amazing. Successful books happen because publishers like Dawn make it happen.”
Kate Usher, Speaker/Trainer/Coach/Consultant
Story Timeline Template (Fiction & Non-Fiction) – £49
Author Profile Template (for all platforms) – £37
Book Blurb Template (for back cover and sales copy) – £29
TOTAL OFFER — £115
Today Just £47
✓ Includes immediate access to the templates.
Each template comes as a PDF example along with clear guidance on how to apply and adapt it to your own situation.
The Author Essentials is designed to support authors at any stage of their writing journey. Whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience, these tools will help you structure and plan your work.
You can use the tools in whichever order suits your project. Some authors prefer to start with planning and outlining, while others dive straight into drafting. The product is flexible and allows you to adapt it to your own writing process.
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