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See if RC1 is right for you. Best for writers just starting out or who only want feedback.

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Pro Membership

Best for serious writers working on a manuscript they plan to query.

$11/month

billed annually at $129

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Publisher Challenges
Monthly Agent Challenges
Story Score® Insights
Master Class Library
Live Events
Agent Critique Opportunities*

1-to-1 Access

Best for writers actively submitting and who want 1-to-1 feedback from industry pros.

$33/month

billed annually at $399

*RC1 brings in literary agents to judge our monthly member challenges. By signing up for the 1-to-1 Access plan, you are guaranteed one critique slot during the calendar year of your subscription assigned based on story fit and availability. Other slots are first come first serve.

The RC1 Transformation

Everything about Ready Chapter 1 is designed to help you become a market-ready writer. Imagine breaking free of the slush pile and knowing that your next book is poised to be a breakout success.

Beginning Writer

"I don't know what story to write."
"I'm working alone and losing steam."
"My friends love my work but editors ghost me."
"I've rewritten this novel 5 times with no requests."
"I'm stuck in a cycle of rejection."

Market-Ready Writer

"I have a market-fit story no one else can tell."
"I found a supportive tribe of serious writers."
"I know exactly what to revise and how."
"I'm pitching polished work and getting requests."
"I'm on a direct path to agents and editors."

Become a Member and Break Free of the Slush Pile!

RC1 members are serious writers actively polishing their stories for a book publishing deal.

Enter Contests & Challenges: with agent critiques as top prizes
Ask Burning Questions: in our pro forums
Learn from Acquiring Agents: during live events with Q&A
Get Actionable Feedback: from fellow writers on your work in progress
Earn Top Scores: to be connected with publishers who come to us seeking new talent
Find Publishing Success: in and through a community of writers cheering for you to win

All of that for less than Netflix? Seems like a no-brainer.

Become an Annual Member Today and Get Total Story Accelerator FREE! ($879 value)

For a limited time, we’re offering RC1’s Total Story Accelerator as a membership bonus. This exclusive master class series and toolkit is laser-focused on empowering you to create a lifetime of finished novels poised for publishing sales.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We know that Ready Chapter 1’s methodology is a transformative process for those who do the work. That’s why our membership comes with a full money-back guarantee. If you complete the curriculum, post weekly in the forums for at least 7 weeks, and see NO INCREASE in your Story Scores, simply request a full refund. It’s that easy.

Publishing is an adventure. Join us for the journey.

Build Your Author Toolkit

With advice from experienced writers and master classes taught by industry veterans. The more you learn and the harder you work, the sooner your work will be ready.

Grow Your Writer Network

Through contests judged by acquiring editors and agents. Learn what they’re looking for in a manuscript and submit with confidence knowing you’ve made a personal connection.

Break the Rejection Cycle

Polish your story until it shines with the help of fellow writers on the same journey. Learn tricks of the trade for getting past the slush pile and into the eager hands of editors and agents.