Author Voice & Style Discovery Form

🌿 Discovering Your Author Voice

Every writer has a rhythm. A tone. A lens through which they see the world and translate it to the page.

This form is your space to help us understand and honor your voice—so whether we’re editing, co-writing, or ghostwriting to support your story, the result always sounds like you.

Why This Matters

Your voice is your fingerprint on the page. The more we understand your writing style, your emotional tone, and your creative values, the more aligned and authentic our support can be, especially in developmental edits and marketing copy.

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Name *

Email *

Pen Name (Leave blank if you want to use your real name)

What genre(s) do you primarily write in? (Check all that apply) *

Fiction
Memoir
Fantasy
Romance
YA/Teen
Historical
Other

How would you describe your writing style? (Check up to 3) *

Lyrical or poetic
Gritty or raw
Witty or humorous
Dark and moody
Light and whimsical
Emotional and introspective
Philosophical
Fast-paced and action-driven
Other

What do you want your readers to feel when reading your work? *

Do you prefer writing in 1st person, 3rd person, or other POVs? Why? *

Which 1–3 authors do you admire stylistically, and why?

Do you write with an outline or discovery-write (aka “pantser”)? *

Outline – You prefer to plan your story ahead of time. This might include a chapter-by-chapter breakdown, character arcs, plot points, or detailed timelines. You know where the story is going before you start writing.
Discovery / Free-flow – You dive in and let the story unfold as you go. You may not know the ending or even the middle yet—you’re discovering the story along the way, like a reader.
A mix of both – You like having a rough idea of the plot or ending, but you're flexible. You might start with an outline but let the characters or story shift directions as needed.

What themes or topics do you explore most in your stories? *

Are there specific cultural, historical, or personal lenses that influence your writing? *

Do you use symbolism, allegory, or metaphor intentionally in your work?

Yes
No
Sometimes – depends on the story

Editorial & Collaboration Preferences

I love it and want more help with writing.
I’m open to some suggestions where needed.
I’d prefer minimal involvement besides the standard editing review and proofreading.

your to writing

What kind of support would you find helpful? (Check all that apply) *

Brainstorming plot twists
Drafting dialogue in your tone
Writing descriptions in your voice
Editing for clarity and flow
Finding inconsistencies
Summarizing or restructuring drafts
None of the above

What else should we know to understand your voice and protect its authenticity in edits, collaborations, or editorial suggestions

Checkboxes

I agree that the above information may be used internally to help personalize my publishing and editorial experience with Windgarden Books.