Welcome to Story Nerd HQ!
We dissect and analyze stories at the molecular level — charting emotional DNA, debugging plot mutations, and engineering flawless narratives. Using our proven Story Nerd Code, we’ll help you:
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Break down character flaws, wounds, and misbeliefs with forensic precision.
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Reverse-engineer your A & B stories to create maximum emotional combustion.
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Identify missing stakes, tension leaks, and plot black holes before they implode.
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Build a story that's airtight, unforgettable, and coded to captivate even the toughest readers and critics.
We’re not just development editors. We’re story surgeons. We don’t just tweak and critique — we transform and elevate your story to its full potential.
Story Nerd Story Coaching
Debug Your Story Now (Free Download)
At Story Nerd, we get super excited and inspired by all the fresh and unique stories we read by aspiring novelists, memoirists, and screenwriters. It's clearly not a lack of originality that is sinking most stories.
Sadly, most of manuscripts and screenplays suffer from the same hidden problems. And these issues are the real reasons agents, publishers, and producers pass, even when a premise shows tremendous promise.
Top 5 Story Code Glitches: A Diagnostic Guide for Writers can help you spot these common story-killers. Scroll below and add our FREE guide to your cart and start troubleshooting your story like a Story Nerd pro!
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story nerd - mission and vision
After years of reading and analyzing hundreds of screenplays, novels, and memoirs — both amateur and professional — Story Nerd uncovered a breakthrough: great storytelling isn’t random. Beneath every unforgettable story lies a simple, elegant equation. At first glance, storytelling can feel messy and unsolvable, but Story Nerds know the truth: there are hidden patterns, emotional arcs, and recurring beats. It’s not chaos. It’s code.
We’ve discovered that the real power of storytelling comes from weaving together constants (the universal elements every great story needs) and variables (the unique twists only you can bring). When you solve the equation, you don’t just write a story — you unleash something unforgettable and undeniable, a force that keeps readers hooked and hungry for more.
At Story Nerd HQ, we make a promise to every writer: to help you crack the code of unforgettable storytelling — and to empower you to create work that not only entertains, but endures, inspires, and makes the world just a little more magical.
story nerd consultation experience
THE BASIC STORY NERD ANALYSIS
$249
Are you in the revision stage and need a fresh set of eyes on your story structure?
You provide the outline, and I’ll send back detailed story notes along with a one-on-one Zoom session to discuss next steps.
Perfect for writers who want smart, strategic feedback before diving into a rewrite.
THE ULTIMATE STORY NERD ANALYSIS
$1750 per manuscript
$450 per screenplay (feature)
$300 /TV script (60 pages maximum)
Got a finished screenplay or manuscript?
Ready to go deep?
With the Full Nerd, you’ll receive in-depth notes on your full project—scene-level feedback, character arcs, pacing, and theme—plus a comprehensive Zoom session to talk through everything.
This is your ultimate story analysis.
NERD FOR HIRE: MULTI-PACK CONSULTS
5 Sessions – $600
10 Sessions – $1100
Looking for a Development Coach to support you from brainstorming to outline to full draft—and all the messy, beautiful revisions in between?
Multi-pack consults give you flexible, focused support as you build your story step by step.
Ideal for writers seeking ongoing mentorship and accountability.
STORY NERD CONCIERGE
Your On-Call Story Coach
$250/month or $2500 (paid annually)
Looking for consistent, personalized support as you develop your project? The Story Nerd Concierge gives you ongoing access to expert story guidance throughout your writing process. Think of it as a creative partnership—with me in your back pocket.
Includes:
* Regular check-ins (2 Zooms/month)
* Unlimited email questions
* Page reviews (up to 10 pages/week)
* Feedback on pitch materials, loglines, synopses, etc.
* Priority scheduling and support
* Career advice
Perfect for writers juggling multiple projects, prepping for deadlines, or just needing a little extra accountability.
NOT SURE WHICH NERD
EXPERIENCE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Let’s talk. Schedule a FREE 25-minute Zoom call to discuss your project, your goals, and how we can make Story Nerd work for your budget.
I will help you figure out where you are in your writing journey so you're not wasting money but rather investing it wisely.
CONTACT: lizziefinn23@gmail.com
story nerd testimonials
With Lizzie’s extensive knowledge of genre and story structure, she can identify the problematic areas in your manuscript and help you address them effectively.
It’s honestly impressive to see how she can detect issues in your work just from your pitch and outline and then provide suggestions to enhance the heart and flow of your story.
- Michele P.
Novelist, Middle Grade
Lizzie's notes were incredibly effective and very much has made the story better, particularly from the perspective of supporting characters.
I am so grateful for her insights.
- Jimmy Smallhorne
Irish Filmmaker
Screenwriter, The Miracle Club
Working with Lizzie changed everything. Her thoughtful comps, plot guidance, and collaborative spirit made the process exciting and deeply clarifying. I walked away with a stronger concept, a real plan, and a sense of professional momentum I’ve been craving.
Lizzie’s story brain is gold—she doesn’t just refine your work, she elevates your whole writing life.
- Michele C.
Novelist
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