Finish the Book You've Been Thinking About for Years
BookCamp gives you a clear path from idea to published book in 12 months or less, with the support to actually follow through.
Join the hundreds of writers who have made their books a reality!
YES, I WANT TO FINISH MY BOOK!
Finish the Book You've Been Thinking About for Years
BookCamp gives you a clear path from idea to published book in 12 months or less, with the support to actually follow through.
Join the hundreds of writers who have made their books a reality!
You’ve got a story to tell.
But turning it into a finished book? That’s where most people get stuck.
The truth is you're not alone.
According to Business Insider, in the U.S. alone 200 million people want to write a book, yet only 3 percent of them actually follow through and get a book published.
Somewhere along the way, many writers hit
the same roadblocks:
You’re not sure how to structure the book.
Your idea is alive in your mind, but it hasn’t found its home on the page.
You second-guess where to begin or what comes next. You’re overwhelmed by everything you don’t know yet.
You can’t seem to stay consistent.
You have moments of momentum… and then long stretches where you don’t touch your manuscript at all.
Life gets busy, the energy fades, and writing slips further down the list.
You're stuck in your head.
You wonder if what you’re writing is actually good, or if there is an audience out there.
You wish you had someone to share ideas with and encourage you when you stall. You crave a community who really understands the struggle of turning a book from idea into reality.
You’ve got a story to tell. But turning it into a finished book? That’s where most people get stuck.
The truth is you're not alone.
According to Business Insider, in the U.S. alone 200 million people want to write a book, yet only 3 percent of them actually follow through and get a book published.
Somewhere along the way, many writers hit the same roadblocks:
You’re not sure how to structure the book.
Your idea is alive in your mind, but it hasn’t found its home on the page.
You second-guess where to begin or what comes next. You’re overwhelmed by everything you don’t know yet.
You can’t seem to stay consistent.
You have moments of momentum… and then long stretches where you don’t touch your manuscript at all.
Life gets busy, the energy fades, and writing slips further down the list.
You're stuck in your head.
You wonder if what you’re writing is actually good, or if there is an audience out there.
You wish you had someone to share ideas with and encourage you when you stall. You crave a community who really understands the struggle of turning a book from idea into reality.
What most writers need isn't more inspiration. They need structure, accountability, and clear feedback that helps them keep moving forward.
What most writers need isn't more inspiration.
They need structure, accountability, and clear feedback that helps them keep moving forward.
Imagine this...
Your Dream, Printed and Bound:
You're holding a book in your hands that you’re truly proud of. It’s not just any book—it’s yours. You’ve finished it, and now it’s out there, making a difference and doing its good work in the world.
Recognition and Impact:
Picture the look on your family and friends' faces when they see your name on the cover. Imagine readers being moved, influenced, and inspired by your words. Your book begins to open doors and expand your reach.
Steady Income, Lasting Legacy:
Envision waking up each day to notifications of more sales. Your book is now a source of passive income, earning money while you focus on your next big idea or enjoy some well-deserved downtime. And you have peace of mind knowing that your message or story is going to be around for a long time to come.
Imagine this...
Your Dream, Printed and Bound:
You're holding a book in your hands that you’re truly proud of. It’s not just any book—it’s yours. You’ve finished it, and now it’s out there, making a difference and doing its good work in the world.
Recognition and Impact:
Picture the look on your family and friends' faces when they see your name on the cover. Imagine readers being moved, influenced, and inspired by your words. Your book begins to open doors and expand your reach.
Steady Income,
Lasting Legacy:
Envision waking up each day to notifications of more sales. Your book is now a source of passive income, earning money while you focus on your next big idea or enjoy some well-deserved downtime. And you have peace of mind knowing that your message or story is going to be around for a long time to come.
INTRODUCING:
INTRODUCING:
BookCamp is a membership for writers who want to write strong books that reach large audiences.
Inside you'll find a clear step-by-step path, combined with expert guidance and a supportive writing community. BookCamp is the fastest way to stop stalling and finally finish your book.
BookCamp is a membership for writers who want to write strong books that reach large audiences.
Inside you'll find a clear step-by-step path, combined with expert guidance and a supportive writing community. BookCamp is the fastest way to stop stalling and finally finish your book.
"I signed a publishing contract, launched my book, and sold more copies than I ever imagined."
"I have been part of BookCamp for three years. During that time, I have published dozens of articles, grown my platform, exploded my email list, signed a publishing contract, launched a book, and sold more copies than I ever imagined.
Chad's experience is invaluable, and his availability is unmatched. The expansive resources and support inside BookCamp helped position my platform, hone my message, tweak my title, and plan a launch that was both effective and manageable."
— Lori Ann Wood, author of Divine Detour
“I signed a publishing contract, launched my book, and sold more copies than I ever imagined.”
“I have been part of BookCamp for three years.
During that time, I have published dozens of articles, grown my platform, exploded my email list, signed a publishing contract, launched a book, and sold more copies than I ever imagined.
Chad’s experience is invaluable, and his availability is unmatched. The expansive resources and support inside BookCamp helped position my platform, hone my message, tweak my title, and plan a launch that was both effective and manageable."
—Lori Ann Wood, author of Divine Detour
The BookCamp Trail Map
to Success
Across 8 modules, you’ll find countless trainings, masterclasses, and resources available anytime, no matter where you are in your journey.
The Writer's Cabin: Establish a Writing Habit, Improve Your Writing Skills
Here we explore the process and craft of writing. This module includes masterclasses, trainings, and resources to keep your writing habit on track.
Pitch Your Tent: Create Your Online Presence
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this module gives you everything you need to create, improve, and maintain your website or blog.
The Pavilion: Grow Your Audience
This module is designed to help you expand your reach, deepen your impact, and grow a community that truly resonates with your work.
Capture the Flag: Develop a Great Book Concept
Before you write a single word, you need a book concept that's compelling, clear, and built for an audience. This module gives you the tools to find, test, and refine your idea until it's ready to write.
The Amphitheater: Get Published
Whether you're pursuing a traditional publisher or considering self-publishing, this module walks you through everything you need to know about getting your book into the world, from crafting a winning proposal to finding the right agent or publisher for your work.
The Blob: Launch Your Book
This module brings together expert strategies for platform building, speaking, and marketing to reach as many readers as possible before, during, and beyond your book launch.
The BookCamp Trail Map to Success
Across 8 modules, you’ll find countless trainings, masterclasses, and resources available anytime, no matter where you are in your journey.
The Writer's Cabin: Establish a Writing Habit, Improve Your Writing Skills
Here we explore the process and craft of writing. This module includes masterclasses, trainings, and resources to keep your writing habit on track.
Pitch Your Tent: Create Your Online Presence
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this module gives you everything you need to create, improve, and maintain your website or blog.
The Pavilion: Grow Your Audience
This module is designed to help you expand your reach, deepen your impact, and grow a community that truly resonates with your work.
Capture the Flag: Develop a Great Book Concept
Before you write a single word, you need a book concept that's compelling, clear, and built for an audience. This module gives you the tools to find, test, and refine your idea until it's ready to write.
The Amphitheater: Get Published
Whether you're pursuing a traditional publisher or considering self-publishing, this module walks you through everything you need to know about getting your book into the world, from crafting a winning proposal to finding the right agent or publisher for your work.
The Blob: Launch Your Book
This module brings together expert strategies for platform building, speaking, and marketing to reach as many readers as possible before, during, and beyond your book launch.
Writing a book can feel lonely
but, it doesn’t have to be.
There’s something powerful about doing your craft alongside a community of people who get it.
Inside BookCamp, you’ll find weekly and monthly live events where you can show up, write together, ask questions, and stay connected to your momentum, including:
Monthly "Fireside Chat"
Get direct answers to your biggest writing and publishing questions so you don't stay stuck guessing what to do next.
Editorial Feedback!
Every month submit your work for feedback. Know what's working in your writing, what isn't, and exactly how to strengthen your manuscript.
Exclusive Member Area
So you always know what step to take next—from shaping your idea to finishing your manuscript to preparing for publication.
Weekly Co-working Sessions
Over twenty co-working sessions per month including daytime and evening, weekday and weekend sessions, so you're always connected and have real accountability.
Live Events Every Month
Join us LIVE for conversations with experts, virtual writing retreats, and book-based series so you're always learning and becoming a more professional writer.
Our Private Facebook Group
Just finished a chapter and wanting to celebrate? Got a burning question? This exclusive group is where you belong! Stop in, post, comment, and enjoy the community of like-minded readers!
Writing a book can feel lonely but, it doesn’t have
to be.
There’s something powerful about doing your craft alongside a community of people who get it.
Inside BookCamp, you’ll find weekly and monthly live events where you can show up, write together, ask questions, and stay connected to your momentum, including:
Monthly "Fireside Chat"
Get direct answers to your biggest writing and publishing questions so you don't stay stuck guessing what to do next.
Editorial Feedback!
Every month submit your work for feedback. Know what's working in your writing, what isn't, and exactly how to strengthen your manuscript.
Exclusive Member Area
So you always know what step to take next—from shaping your idea to finishing your manuscript to preparing for publication.
Weekly Co-working Sessions
Over twenty co-working sessions per month including daytime and evening, weekday and weekend sessions, so you're always connected and have real accountability.
Live Events Every Month
Join us LIVE for conversations with experts, virtual writing retreats, and book-based series so you're always learning and becoming a more professional writer.
Our Private Facebook Group
Just finished a chapter and wanting to celebrate? Got a burning question? This exclusive group is where you belong! Stop in, post, comment, and enjoy the community of like-minded readers!
I'm Chad Allen.
After two decades acquiring and developing books in traditional publishing, including numerous national bestsellers, I saw firsthand what separated authors who made a big impact from the ones who didn't.
I knew with just a little guidance, many of those who were turned away could have made it. That experience lit a fire in me. I started a blog in 2012, built a coaching practice, and finally left my corporate job in 2018 to serve writers full-time.
Helping hundreds of authors go from dreaming about their book to holding it in their hands has been the honor of my life.
That's exactly why I created BookCamp.
I'm Chad Allen.
After two decades acquiring and developing books in traditional publishing, including numerous national bestsellers, I saw firsthand what separated authors who made a big impact from the ones who didn't.
I knew with just a little guidance, many of those who were turned away could have made it. That experience lit a fire in me. I started a blog in 2012, built a coaching practice, and finally left my corporate job in 2018 to serve writers full-time.
Helping hundreds of authors go from dreaming about their book to holding it in their hands has been the honor of my life.
That's exactly why I created BookCamp.
Is BookCamp Right for You?
Is BookCamp Right
for You?
BookCamp is perfect for you if:
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You have a book idea (or a few) that won’t leave you alone
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You’d love guidance, structure, and a place to ask real questions as you go
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You don’t know whether you want to pursue a book deal or self-publish
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You want to connect with some other amazing writers along the way!
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You like s’mores. 🙂
You're not ready for BookCamp if:
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You’re not really interested in writing or publishing a book
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Now isn’t the right time to invest (financially or creatively)
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You’re looking for a ghostwriter to do the work for you
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You prefer figuring everything out on your own without guidance or community
BookCamp is
perfect for you if:
-
You have a book idea (or a few) that won’t leave you alone
-
You’d love guidance, structure, and a place to ask real questions as you go
-
You don’t know whether you want to pursue a book deal or self-publish
-
You want to connect with some other amazing writers along the way!
-
You like s’mores. 🙂
You're not ready for BookCamp if:
-
You’re not really interested in writing or publishing a book
-
Now isn’t the right time to invest (financially or creatively)
-
You’re looking for a ghostwriter to do the work for you
-
You prefer figuring everything out on your own without guidance or community
"BookCamp has been the single greatest source of motivation and inspiration in writing my book."
“If there’s one thing I could tell you about BookCamp, it would be to sign up immediately! BookCamp has been the single greatest source of motivation and inspiration in writing my book. It has given me tangible steps to take, allowing me to see the small successes along the journey. And it has helped me strengthen my craft as a writer, gracefully showing me areas where I need to grow. Chad Allen has created an amazing community of writers, and I’m honored to be among them.”
— Bill Yuhasz, author of More Than You: Becoming who God designed you to become
"BookCamp has been the single greatest source of motivation and inspiration in writing my book."
"If there's one thing I could tell you about BookCamp, it would be to sign up immediately! BookCamp has been the single greatest source of motivation and inspiration in writing my book. It has given me tangible steps to take, allowing me to see the small successes along the journey. And it has helped me strengthen my craft as a writer, gracefully showing me areas where I need to grow. Chad Allen has created an amazing community of writers, and I'm honored to be among them."
— Bill Yuhasz, author of More Than You: Becoming Who God Designed You to Become
Plus!
Exclusive bonuses when you join during the Spring Sale.
Custom Quick Start Video
Get personalized guidance so you know exactly where to focus your energy first—a $100 value, yours free.
Here’s how it works: once you sign up and complete the new member survey, I (Chad) will personally review your responses, share my thoughts to help you move forward, and send you a private video made just for you. You’ll also have the chance to ask any follow-up questions after watching.
It’s a simple but powerful way to get clear on your next steps and start turning your book into a reality.
Six Essential Questions Mini Course
Clarify your book idea before you spend months writing the wrong manuscript.
You’ll get our premium course, 6 Essential Questions Every Writer Needs to Answer (a $70 value, yours free). Inside, we answer the most common questions writers would ask an agent or editor and show you how to shape a book readers actually want, grow your audience, get noticed by publishers, and choose the right publishing path.
It’s a simple, focused way to move forward with clarity and actually finish your manuscript.
Plus!
Exclusive bonuses when you join the Quarterly Plan:
Custom Quick Start Video
Get personalized guidance so you know exactly where to focus your energy first—a $100 value, yours free.
Here’s how it works: once you sign up and complete the new member survey, I (Chad) will personally review your responses, share my thoughts to help you move forward, and send you a private video made just for you. You’ll also have the chance to ask any follow-up questions after watching.
It’s a simple but powerful way to get clear on your next steps and start turning your book into a reality.
Six Essential Questions Mini Course
Clarify your book idea before you spend months writing the wrong manuscript.
You’ll get our premium course, 6 Essential Questions Every Writer Needs to Answer (a $70 value, yours free). Inside, we answer the most common questions writers would ask an agent or editor and show you how to shape a book readers actually want, grow your audience, get noticed by publishers, and choose the right publishing path.
It’s a simple, focused way to move forward with clarity and actually finish your manuscript.
Are you ready to get your book published?
Choose the membership that fits you best.
Monthly Membership Plan
(Most Flexible)
$49 / month
Cancel anytime, no long-term commitment
What's Included:
✅ Monthly Fireside Chat ($49 value)
✅ Monthly Editorial Feedback ($100 value)
✅ Exclusive Training Library ($147 value)
✅ Monthly Live Events ($49 value)
✅ Coworking Sessions ($50 value)
✅ Private Facebook Community ($30 value)
Total Monthly Value: $425
Want maximum value and bonuses? Choose the Quarterly membership plan ➜
Start today for just $49.
Pause or cancel anytime.
Quarterly Membership Plan
(Best Value)
$97 / Quarter
Save 34% and unlock exclusive bonuses.
What's Included:
✅ Monthly Fireside Chat ($49 value)
✅ Monthly Editorial Feedback ($100 value)
✅ Exclusive Training Library ($147 value)
✅ Monthly Live Events ($49 value)
✅ Coworking Sessions ($50 value)
✅ Private Facebook Community ($30 value)
Total Monthly Value: $425
Bonuses included with the quarterly plan:
🎁 Custom Quick Start Video (Value: $100)
🎁 6 Essential Questions Every Writer Needs to Ask (Value: $197)
Bonus Value: $297
Are you ready to get your book published?
Choose the membership that fits you best.
Monthly Membership Plan
(Most Flexible)
$49 / month
Cancel anytime, no long-term commitment
What's Included:
✅ Monthly Fireside Chat ($49 value)
✅ Monthly Editorial Feedback ($100 value)
✅ Exclusive Training Library ($147 value)
✅ Monthly Live Events ($49 value)
✅ Coworking Sessions ($50 value)
✅ Private Facebook Community ($30 value)
Total Monthly Value: $425
Want maximum value and bonuses? Choose the Quarterly membership plan ➜
Start today for just $49.
Pause or cancel anytime.
Quarterly Membership Plan
(Best Value)
$97 / Quarter
Save 34% and unlock exclusive bonuses.
What's Included:
✅ Monthly Fireside Chat ($49 value)
✅ Monthly Editorial Feedback ($100 value)
✅ Exclusive Training Library ($147 value)
✅ Monthly Live Events ($49 value)
✅ Coworking Sessions ($50 value)
✅ Private Facebook Community ($30 value)
Total Monthly Value: $425
Bonuses included with the quarterly plan:
🎁 Custom Quick Start Video (Value: $100)
🎁 6 Essential Questions Every Writer Needs to Ask (Value: $197)
Bonus Value: $297
Satisfaction Guarantee
We want to offer you a 100% risk-free guarantee.
When you join, you’ve got 30 days to decide if BookCamp is right for you.
If within those 30 days you give BookCamp a go and still feel like it’s not right for you, we will refund 100% of your payment.
Just send an email to chad@chadrallen.com to let me and my team know.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We want to offer you a 100% risk-free guarantee.
When you join, you’ve got 30 days to decide if BookCamp is right for you.
If within those 30 days you give BookCamp a go and still feel like it’s not right for you, we will refund 100% of your payment.
Just send an email to chad@chadrallen.com to let me and my team know.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a BookCamp Membership?
The regular price of BookCamp is $49/month, but if you choose a $97 quarterly subscription you save 34 percent and get three months of BookCamp for the cost of two. That's $50 back in your pocket and locks in your savings for future renewals.
There are no hidden fees or extra charges for special “VIP” sections. Your subscription gives you 100 percent access to all the features of BookCamp, including all previous trainings, expert interviews, and coaching sessions.
Plus, you get to keep the three bonuses forever, regardless of how long you stay in BookCamp!
Please note: there is no minimum time commitment when you join BookCamp.
Your subscription will automatically renew based on the plan you choose unless you tell us otherwise. But don't worry we remind you.
You can cancel your subscription anytime.
We hope you'll want to stay with us until you get your book (or books!) into the world, but it's up to you.
I have some book ideas, but I don't know where to go from here. How do I know if I am ready for BookCamp?
Sometimes when you have book ideas, it's helpful to have some coaching around which idea is the best or how to strengthen a particular idea. Sometimes it's also helpful to be in a group of other writers with whom you can bounce ideas and trade encouragement. If you already have the coaching you need and a writing community or you don't need them at this time, no problem! But if you need either or both of these, we hope you'll give BookCamp a try. We'd love to support you!
How will BookCamp help me where I am?
BookCamp uses a success trail map as a visual reference for where you are and where you should go next. Here's the map:
At the beginning of your experience inside BookCamp, we ask you to identify where you are on the map, where you need to go next, and what part of the members' area will help you get there. It's a really effective tool!
How engaged is Chad?
Chad also hosts a live Fireside Chat at the beginning of each month. He presents a S'MORE (Something to Know, Maxim to Live By, Opportunity, Resource, and Encouragement), and then opens the floor for a LIVE Q&A.
You can also ask questions anytime in the BookCamp Facebook group. He regularly visits the Facebook group and responds individually to questions.
Chad also hosts at least one other live event per month. Examples include virtual writing retreats, expert interviews, “ask me anything” sessions, and multi-session master classes.
Finally, you can comment with questions on any of the trainings in the Members Area. Those comments go directly to Chad's email inbox, and he responds promptly to all of them.
Is the Members Area updated every month?
It sure is! Each month we host a new Fireside Chat call and upload the replay to the Members Area.
We also record at least one new training or expert interview each month.
What if I need to cancel my membership?
We understand that circumstances change and life happens. Use our convenient subscription update page or email us. We’re easy to work with. We’ll cancel you right away and still be your friend! Promise!
Is BookCamp for fiction or nonfiction writers?
Chad's primary expertise is with nonfiction, but several writers of fiction are longtime members of BookCamp and receive a lot of value from it. Whether you're writing fiction or nonfiction, some parts of the writing-to-publication process are the same. For example, increasingly novelists need to have a platform to be successful. BookCamp can help any writer grow a significant platform.
What if I'm not very tech savvy?
No worries! If you know how to click on a video and watch it, you know everything you need to get started in BookCamp.
Will my lack of tech savvy prevent me from growing my platform?
It's difficult to think of a successful modern-day author who does not have a website and at least one social media channel they engage (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, for example). You may be able to think of one, but suffice to say, such authors are very (and increasingly) rare.
With that as background, if you're allergic to all technology, BookCamp's effectiveness will be limited for you. The good news is creating a website and using at least one social media channel has never been easier or more accessible than it is today. If you have a computer, access to WIFI, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves and learn, you can figure this out, we promise, and we'll help you!
Or if you're willing to invest a modest amount of money, we can point you to some tech pros who will help you get set up quickly and painlessly.
How much time does it take to work through BookCamp and get published?
As with all significant achievements, getting a book into the world requires sustained focus and hard work. The time to publication varies depending on how much you have in place when you begin as well as your commitment to the process. If you want to self-publish and you already have a website and a compelling book concept, it can take as little as three to six months. If you want to pursue a traditional publisher and you're just getting started, plan on at least 12 to 18 months.With that as background, if you're allergic to all technology, BookCamp's effectiveness will be limited for you. The good news is creating a website and using at least one social media channel has never been easier or more accessible than it is today. If you have a computer, access to WIFI, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves and learn, you can figure this out, we promise, and we'll help you!
Or if you're willing to invest a modest amount of money, we can point you to some tech pros who will help you get set up quickly and painlessly.
Will BookCamp provide publisher connections?
We don't provide direct introductions to agents and publishers for liability and other reasons. What we will do is help you develop a short list of agents and publishers who would be a great fit for your book.
Making contact with relevant agents and publishers is not the hard part. The hard part is developing a great concept, a solid platform, and enough writing skill to wow those to whom you pitch your book. And that is what BookCamp is all about!
I'm interested in self-publishing or indie publishing. Will BookCamp help me?
Yes! Whether you self-publish or pursue a traditional publisher, you need a strong concept, a platform, and a marketing plan so that however your book is published, it finds an audience and sells enough copies to make the biggest impact possible. BookCamp helps you with all of those things. You also need to be a great writer so that people have a good experience with your book and tell their friends about it. BookCamp will help you become the best writer you can be.
Are you planning any live in-person events?
Yes! In 2024, we hosted a live event in Chicago called Midwest Muse. In 2025, we hosted a four-day writing retreat, BookCamp Live, in Holly, Michigan (with real fireside chats and s'mores!)
To learn more and register for BookCamp Live 2026: Click Here
Also, as Chad travels around, he has a habit of hosting meetups for BookCampers. So far he’s hosted these in the Denver area and in West Michigan (where he lives).
Do you guarantee success?
I can't guarantee success because I don't know how you define success, but even if I did, so much of success depends on the writer. Are you willing to work hard? Are you willing to take the guidance I'm offering? BookCamp is not a silver bullet; you still have to do the work. But it does provide expert guidance and a strong supportive community. If you're willing to work on your book within the BookCamp community, your book and your sales will be so much better than they would be otherwise. That's a guarantee!
What's your refund policy?
We want to offer you a 100% risk-free guarantee.
When you join, you’ve got 30 days to decide if BookCamp is right for you. If within those 30 days you give BookCamp a go and still feel like it’s not right for you, we will refund 100% of your payment.
Just send an email to chad@chadrallen.com to let me and my team know.
That’s just the right thing to do.
I have another question. Can I email you?
We’d love to hear from you! Hit us up at chad@chadrallen.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a BookCamp Membership?
The regular price of BookCamp is $49/month, but if you choose a $97 quarterly subscription you save 34 percent and get three months of BookCamp for the cost of two. That's $50 back in your pocket and locks in your savings for future renewals.
There are no hidden fees or extra charges for special “VIP” sections. Your subscription gives you 100 percent access to all the features of BookCamp, including all previous trainings, expert interviews, and coaching sessions.
Plus, you get to keep the three bonuses forever, regardless of how long you stay in BookCamp!
Please note: there is no minimum time commitment when you join BookCamp.
Your subscription will automatically renew based on the plan you choose unless you tell us otherwise. But don't worry we remind you.
You can cancel your subscription anytime.
We hope you'll want to stay with us until you get your book (or books!) into the world, but it's up to you.
I have some book ideas, but I don't know where to go from here. How do I know if I am ready for BookCamp?
Sometimes when you have book ideas, it's helpful to have some coaching around which idea is the best or how to strengthen a particular idea. Sometimes it's also helpful to be in a group of other writers with whom you can bounce ideas and trade encouragement. If you already have the coaching you need and a writing community or you don't need them at this time, no problem! But if you need either or both of these, we hope you'll give BookCamp a try. We'd love to support you!
How will BookCamp help me where I am?
BookCamp uses a success trail map as a visual reference for where you are and where you should go next. Here's the map:
At the beginning of your experience inside BookCamp, we ask you to identify where you are on the map, where you need to go next, and what part of the members' area will help you get there. It's a really effective tool!
How engaged is Chad?
Chad also hosts a live Fireside Chat at the beginning of each month. He presents a S'MORE (Something to Know, Maxim to Live By, Opportunity, Resource, and Encouragement), and then opens the floor for a LIVE Q&A.
You can also ask questions anytime in the BookCamp Facebook group. He regularly visits the Facebook group and responds individually to questions.
Chad also hosts at least one other live event per month. Examples include virtual writing retreats, expert interviews, “ask me anything” sessions, and multi-session master classes.
Finally, you can comment with questions on any of the trainings in the Members Area. Those comments go directly to Chad's email inbox, and he responds promptly to all of them.
Is the Members Area updated every month?
It sure is! Each month we host a new Fireside Chat call and upload the replay to the Members Area.
We also record at least one new training or expert interview each month.
What if I need to cancel my membership?
We understand that circumstances change and life happens. Use our convenient subscription update page or email us. We’re easy to work with. We’ll cancel you right away and still be your friend! Promise!
Is BookCamp for fiction or nonfiction writers?
Chad's primary expertise is with nonfiction, but several writers of fiction are longtime members of BookCamp and receive a lot of value from it. Whether you're writing fiction or nonfiction, some parts of the writing-to-publication process are the same. For example, increasingly novelists need to have a platform to be successful. BookCamp can help any writer grow a significant platform.
What if I'm not very tech savvy?
No worries! If you know how to click on a video and watch it, you know everything you need to get started in BookCamp.
Will my lack of tech savvy prevent me from growing my platform?
It's difficult to think of a successful modern-day author who does not have a website and at least one social media channel they engage (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, for example). You may be able to think of one, but suffice to say, such authors are very (and increasingly) rare.
With that as background, if you're allergic to all technology, BookCamp's effectiveness will be limited for you. The good news is creating a website and using at least one social media channel has never been easier or more accessible than it is today. If you have a computer, access to WIFI, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves and learn, you can figure this out, we promise, and we'll help you!
Or if you're willing to invest a modest amount of money, we can point you to some tech pros who will help you get set up quickly and painlessly.
How much time does it take to work through BookCamp and get published?
As with all significant achievements, getting a book into the world requires sustained focus and hard work. The time to publication varies depending on how much you have in place when you begin as well as your commitment to the process. If you want to self-publish and you already have a website and a compelling book concept, it can take as little as three to six months. If you want to pursue a traditional publisher and you're just getting started, plan on at least 12 to 18 months.With that as background, if you're allergic to all technology, BookCamp's effectiveness will be limited for you. The good news is creating a website and using at least one social media channel has never been easier or more accessible than it is today. If you have a computer, access to WIFI, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves and learn, you can figure this out, we promise, and we'll help you!
Or if you're willing to invest a modest amount of money, we can point you to some tech pros who will help you get set up quickly and painlessly.
Will BookCamp provide publisher connections?
We don't provide direct introductions to agents and publishers for liability and other reasons. What we will do is help you develop a short list of agents and publishers who would be a great fit for your book.
Making contact with relevant agents and publishers is not the hard part. The hard part is developing a great concept, a solid platform, and enough writing skill to wow those to whom you pitch your book. And that is what BookCamp is all about!
I'm interested in self-publishing or indie publishing. Will BookCamp help me?
Yes! Whether you self-publish or pursue a traditional publisher, you need a strong concept, a platform, and a marketing plan so that however your book is published, it finds an audience and sells enough copies to make the biggest impact possible. BookCamp helps you with all of those things. You also need to be a great writer so that people have a good experience with your book and tell their friends about it. BookCamp will help you become the best writer you can be.
Are you planning any live in-person events?
Yes! In 2024, we hosted a live event in Chicago called Midwest Muse. In 2025, we hosted a four-day writing retreat, BookCamp Live, in Holly, Michigan (with real fireside chats and s'mores!)
To learn more and register for BookCamp Live 2026: Click Here
Also, as Chad travels around, he has a habit of hosting meetups for BookCampers. So far he’s hosted these in the Denver area and in West Michigan (where he lives).
Do you guarantee success?
I can't guarantee success because I don't know how you define success, but even if I did, so much of success depends on the writer. Are you willing to work hard? Are you willing to take the guidance I'm offering? BookCamp is not a silver bullet; you still have to do the work. But it does provide expert guidance and a strong supportive community. If you're willing to work on your book within the BookCamp community, your book and your sales will be so much better than they would be otherwise. That's a guarantee!
What's your refund policy?
We want to offer you a 100% risk-free guarantee.
When you join, you’ve got 30 days to decide if BookCamp is right for you. If within those 30 days you give BookCamp a go and still feel like it’s not right for you, we will refund 100% of your payment.
Just send an email to chad@chadrallen.com to let me and my team know.
That’s just the right thing to do.
I have another question. Can I email you?
We’d love to hear from you! Hit us up at chad@chadrallen.com.
“I signed a nonfiction book contract with a traditional Christian publisher this year thanks to BookCamp and Chad Allen. Chad is an industry expert who steps down and morphs into a trusted guide, helping writers blaze a trail through the publishing jungle. I wouldn’t be where I am today without his wisdom, guidance and friendship. I can’t say thank you enough.”
—Jessica Hurlbut, author of Unlimited Motherhood
"The best news to an author is this: You are not alone! I love BookCamp for giving me a helpful roadmap to publishing my book. Whether I need help with book concept, author platform, or copyediting, BookCamp is a vibrant community of fellow authors who are there when I need advice, support, or a friendly kick in the pants. I’m also grateful for Chad’s group coaching sessions. These alone are worth the subscription.”
—Rich Kirkpatrick, author of Mindblown
“As an author and writing teacher, I value BookCamp for its wealth of well-organized, relevant information. There are monthly opportunities for personalized feedback and weekly interactions with other writers and would-be writers. The best aspect of BookCamp to me is feeling like an individual and not part of some anonymous cohort. Chad Allen does that."
—Bobbie Ann Cole, author of Being Lena , She Does Not Fear The Snow, and Love Triangles
“I signed a nonfiction book contract with a traditional Christian publisher this year thanks to BookCamp and Chad Allen. Chad is an industry expert who steps down and morphs into a trusted guide, helping writers blaze a trail through the publishing jungle. I wouldn’t be where I am today without his wisdom, guidance and friendship. I can’t say thank you enough.”
—Jessica Hurlbut, author of Unlimited Motherhood
"The best news to an author is this: You are not alone! I love BookCamp for giving me a helpful roadmap to publishing my book. Whether I need help with book concept, author platform, or copyediting, BookCamp is a vibrant community of fellow authors who are there when I need advice, support, or a friendly kick in the pants. I’m also grateful for Chad’s group coaching sessions. These alone are worth the subscription.”
—Rich Kirkpatrick, author of Mindblown
“As an author and writing teacher, I value BookCamp for its wealth of well-organized, relevant information. There are monthly opportunities for personalized feedback and weekly interactions with other writers and would-be writers. The best aspect of BookCamp to me is feeling like an individual and not part of some anonymous cohort. Chad Allen does that."
—Bobbie Ann Cole, author of Being Lena , She Does Not Fear The Snow, and Love Triangles
A Year From Now,
Where Will You Be?
You may have been thinking about writing your book for a long time.
The real risk isn’t writing a bad book.
The real risk is never writing the book at all.
A year from now you could still be thinking about your idea…
Or you could be holding a published book and saying,
“I actually did it.”
If you’re ready to stop stalling and start finishing, I’d love to welcome you into BookCamp.
A Year From Now,
Where Will You Be?
You may have been thinking about writing your book for a long time.
The real risk isn’t writing a bad book.
The real risk is never writing the book at all.
A year from now you could still be thinking about your idea…
Or you could be holding a published book and saying,
“I actually did it.”
If you’re ready to stop stalling and start finishing, I’d love to welcome you into BookCamp.
