75 Authors. One Clearer Path Forward.
Over the past 12 months, I’ve supported 75 Christian authors as they strengthened their platforms, expanded reader reach, increased mailing list visibility, and pursued meaningful growth with clarity, strategy, and shared purpose.
Book Your $49 Platform ReviewGet practical coaching for your website, newsletter, social media, and book launch strategy—so you can connect with readers without feeling scattered or salesy.
“What needs fixing?”
45-Minute Author Platform Review — $49
Get a fresh set of eyes on your author platform and walk away with clear next steps.
We’ll review your website, newsletter signup, social media presence, and reader journey to see what’s working, what feels unclear, and what to fix first.
This session is a simple, low-pressure place to begin. You don’t need to have everything polished or figured out before we meet.
Best for: Authors who want to understand what needs fixing before making bigger platform or launch decisions.
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“Help me plan my launch.”
Book Launch Strategy Session — $149
Plan your book launch with a clear, reader-focused strategy you can actually follow.
In this 75-minute session, we’ll look at your book, audience, timeline, current author platform, and launch goals, then map out the best next steps for your launch season.
This session is designed to help you move from scattered ideas to a thoughtful book launch plan that supports your message, connects with readers, and gives you a stronger sense of direction before release day.
Best for: Authors who are preparing for a book launch and want a practical plan for their message, emails, social media, reviews, and launch-week priorities.
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You love writing, but the marketing side can feel heavy. You’re trying to build a website, grow a newsletter, post on social media, understand launches, ask for reviews, and somehow keep writing the next book.
And if you’re writing in a full season of life, you may be carrying even more — family, work, ministry, caregiving, changing technology, and the quiet fear that you’re already behind.
You are not behind. You are not too late. And you do not have to figure this out alone.
As Christian writers, we share a deeper vision than simply selling books. We want our words to carry hope, point readers toward truth, and further the Gospel through the stories, messages, and encouragement God has placed in our hands.
Marketing does not have to feel like self-promotion. At its best, it becomes a way of serving readers, building trust, and helping the right people find the words they may need in the right season.
As Scripture reminds us: “And how can they hear without someone preaching to them?” — Romans 10:14
With 30 years in publishing — including indie publishing, royalty publishing, online writing, and print publications — I understand both the heart of the writer and the reality of the marketplace.
I’ll meet you with honesty, encouragement, practical strategy, and friendship. Together, we’ll sort through the noise, strengthen your message, and choose the next right step.
Your words still matter. Your calling still matters. And there are readers who need the hope only you can bring.
Helena's organized and creative and always finding new ways to help authors collaborate. I love how she grows a sense of community!
Tosca Lee, NYT bestselling author
Collaborating on Helena Smrek's author giveaway promotion was a game changer. My newsletter numbers doubled overnight--not exaggeration or hyperbole--with very little effort or stress. It is a no-brainer, brilliant strategy for anyone wanting to build their platform.
S.E. Tschritter, Award-winning, best-selling author of The Prodigal's Son: Crackhead to Jesus Freak
Being a part of Helena’s collaborative author promotions has been a great experience. Her organized and creative approach made it possible for me to effectively build my newsletter subscription list during a challenging and busy season of life.
Breana Johnson
Helena Smrcek is an incredible asset to authors—her creative, strategic promotions helped grow my reader list in meaningful ways. She brings fresh ideas to the table and executes them with impressive organization and attention to detail, making the entire process seamless. If you want to expand your reach with someone who is both innovative and reliable, Helena is the one to trust.
Darlene L. Turner, New York Times Bestselling Author
Working with Helena Smrcek has been a game-changer for building my author platform. Through her creative initiatives—especially the online scavenger hunts and collaborative reader activities—I’ve seen firsthand how strategic partnerships can dramatically expand reach and engagement. Helena doesn’t just teach platform growth; she creates immersive, results-driven experiences that bring authors together, foster genuine connection with readers, and significantly grow mailing lists. Her innovative approach turned what could feel like overwhelming marketing into something fun, effective, and deeply impactful. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunities I’ve had to partner with her and would highly recommend her to any author serious about growing their platform with purpose and creativity.
Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes
Author coaching, from Helena Smrcek, taught me to analyze and improve my website with a signup form, create landing pages, set up email automations to grow and engage my readers, including auto-scheduling so I can stay consistent and plan weeks ahead. She’s knowledgeable, patient, and able to explain technical concepts in clear, easy-to-understand terms. Helena’s practical approach and supportive coaching gave me greater confidence as an author and a clearer path for growing my platform. She helped me believe an old dog can learn new tricks!
Kelly Martindale
A three-step author coaching process that helps Christian writers move from confusion to clarity. Helena Smrcek guides authors through reviewing their current platform, creating a simple strategy, and moving forward with steady support, practical action steps, and encouragement.
We look at your current author platform, book goals, website, newsletter, and social media so we can see what is working and what needs attention.
Together, we choose your next best steps and build a practical plan that fits your season, your strengths, and your author goals.
You leave with clear direction, encouragement, and action steps you can follow without feeling overwhelmed or alone.