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Let’s be honest: writing and publishing is hard.
You’re smart. You’re ambitious. But somehow, writing still feels overwhelming. You procrastinate. You binge-write before deadlines. You crash. And you wonder if you’re just not cut out for this.
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You’re not alone.
You were never taught how to manage long-term writing projects. And you definitely weren’t taught how to write consistently and take care of yourself.
That’s exactly why I created EMERGE Co-Writing Community.
What is the EMERGE Co-Writing Community?
EMERGE is a writing community for academics who are done with guilt-fueled writing sprints and ready for a new way of working—one that’s sustainable, structured, and supported.
We welcome scholars from the qualitative social sciences and humanities at all career stages. Think: anthropology, (art) history, gender studies, and many more!
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Whether you’re working on a dissertation, a journal article, a grant, or a book—EMERGE gives you:
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✅ Weekly co-writing sessions to build rhythm and accountability
✅ Monthly planning & mindset calls to stay on track
✅ Exclusive video tools & templates to help you write smarter
✅ A community of motivated, kind academics who get it
✅ Coaching & personalized feedback (Support Plan)
What You’ll Achieve in Three Months
By joining the community,
you will have achieved one of the following goals:
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Submit journal articles that have been sitting untouched for months
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Revise dissertation chapters and get them out the door
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Complete grant proposals without burnout
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Respond to peer review comments with confidence
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Show up consistently and enjoy their weekends again
Meet your Coach
Hi! I’m Dr. Melanie Sindelar—career coach, anthropologist, and Assistant Professor.
I’ve been exactly where you are. I’ve written grants, finished a PhD, and navigated postdoc life. On my journey, I have coached hundreds of academics through every career stage.
But more importantly, I’ve helped them build writing systems that actually fit their lives.
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EMERGE is the community I wish I’d had during my PhD—and now it’s here for you.
Choose between three plans.
Want to know more about what's covered in the program?
EMERGE Co-Writing Community comes with three memberships:
BASIC, SUPPORT and MOMENTUM.
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Are you a higher education administrator or research group leader who needs a group plan? Please reach out to me at info@melaniesindelar.com
🌿 EMERGE BASIC
The Writer’s Studio — €29/month
Your weekly writing rhythm.
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This membership is for you if you want consistent, supportive writing time inside a focused community.
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You get access to the Writer’s Studio with:
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4 weekly co-writing sessions
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Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays at 10:00 CET
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Tuesdays at 14:00 CET
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A calm, structured writing environment
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Gentle accountability that helps you show up
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A community of researchers working alongside you
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The Basic track is all about creating a steady, reliable writing routine that actually fits your life.
If you’re ready for structure you don’t have to create alone, the Writer’s Studio is your place.
🌿 EMERGE SUPPORT
The Support Room + Writer’s Studio €79/month or €709/year
Clarity, structure, and personalised academic guidance.
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This membership is for you if you want both consistent writing time and strategic support for your academic projects.
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Everything in the Writer’s Studio, plus:
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Monthly Planning Session
Create clarity and direction for your writing month. -
Ask Melanie (Monthly Coaching Feedback)
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Monthly Goodie
Workshops, templates, tools — practical resources that help you finish work and stay on track. -
Access to all past goodies and recordings
Including workshops, templates, checklists, and the Submission Set. -
Supportive community space
For questions, check-ins, and sharing progress.
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The Support track is ideal if you want a system that supports not only your writing routine, but your academic decisions, planning, and long-term goals.
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If you want guidance, clarity, and a system that reduces the mental load, the Support Room is for you.
🌿 EMERGE MOMENTUM
Personalised High-Touch Coaching €299/month
By application only
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This is the most intensive level of support — designed for academics who want focused guidance, personalised strategy, and structured accountability.
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Momentum includes:
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Monthly 45-minute 1:1 Focus Call
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Priority feedback on up to 5 pages each month
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Personalised Writing Roadmap
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Mid-month check-in (voice note or email)
Keeps you aligned, motivated, and moving. -
First access and discounts on retreats
For all high-intensity writing periods.
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Because Momentum involves significant personal support, spaces are limited.
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If you’re interested, simply reach out to apply — we’ll explore together whether it’s the right fit.
Community Features
Basic
Weekly Co-Writing
Participate in structured writing sessions every week. Commit to joining one or more writing sessions per week, every week.
Support
Monthly Planning and Mindset Workshops
We start each month with a group session. Together, we assess your past month and plan your writing projects for the next month.
Momentum
Monthly 1:1 Focus Call
Your dedicated time to get unstuck, gain clarity, or plan your next steps. In a 45-minute Zoom session, we’ll focus on your writing goals, challenges, and strategy—so you can move forward with confidence and ease.
Momentum
Mid-Month Check-In
A friendly nudge to help you stay accountable, via Whats App or Email. I’ll check in halfway through the month—you can reply with an update, a question, or just a note to stay connected and on course.
Basic
Online Course
Access our concise video course to learn how to make the most of the program and how to establish a consistent writing routine.
Support
Monthly Goodie
Each month, you’ll unlock a hand-picked Monthly Goodie—an exclusive boost designed to jump-start your writing on your own time. It might be a 30-minute coaching call, a Deep-Dive Micro-Module with a hands-on exercise, personalized feedback on 1–2 pages of your work, a curated toolkit or template drop, a short 5-day sprint, or even a sneak peek at an upcoming retreat.
Momentum
Priority Feedback on Your Writing
Get fast, in-depth feedback on up to 5 pages each month. Whether you need help with structure, flow, or polish, I’ll provide developmental or line-level edits—whatever you need most.
Basic
Exclusive Community
Gain exclusive access to our Teachable community, a vibrant hub where members can connect, share experiences, and find your writing buddies.
Support
Ask Melanie
Each month, bring your biggest writing question or challenge to Ask Melanie—whether it’s tackling a tricky section, beating perfectionism, or streamlining your workflow. Submit your query, and you’ll receive a personalized video response with practical feedback and tailored strategies you can apply right away.
Momentum
​Personalized Writing Roadmap
In the first month, we’ll create a realistic, motivating 3-month plan for your current writing project. It’s updated monthly to reflect your progress, capacity, and shifting priorities—so you stay on track without burning out.
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When do co-writing and other events take place?
Co-Writing
Co-Writing takes place for 60 minutes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting at 10 am , and Tuesdays starting at 2 pm, all timings in Central European Time (Berlin/Vienna/Budapest).
Monthly Planning Sessions
Monthly Planning and Mindset Sessions take place on the first Monday of every Month at 12 midday CEST.
