A story as unique as you are.
The Personal Keepsake Novella™ is a commissioned work of fiction — a 20,000–30,000-word original story crafted entirely around your ideas, memories, and imagination. You share the people, places, and moments that matter; I transform them into a beautifully written narrative you can treasure or give as an unforgettable gift.
Every commission is a guided, private collaboration conducted entirely by email — no calls or Zoom required.
Estimated completion: 4–5 weeks
Each Personal Keepsake Novella™ is crafted as a private, concierge-style collaboration. Below is the typical flow from your first questionnaire to final delivery.
Timeline: 5–7 business days
After receiving your completed questionnaire, I begin shaping the foundation of your story. This includes a chapter-by-chapter outline, character sketches, setting concepts, and the emotional arc of your novella. You’ll see the structure of your custom story before any full drafting begins.
Timeline: 2–4 days
You’ll have time to review the outline and request adjustments before writing begins. This ensures the story moves forward in a direction that feels true to your vision.
Timeline: 18–24 days
I craft your fully original, 20,000–30,000-word novella with the same warmth, emotional depth, and immersive detail found in my published books. Your ideas become a polished, engaging narrative that feels deeply personal.
Timeline: 4–6 business days
You’ll receive one complimentary round of refinements. Together, we can fine-tune dialogue, pacing, or character motivations so everything feels just right.
Timeline: 3–4 days
After revisions are complete, you’ll receive both a professionally formatted PDF and an ePub file suitable for most e-readers. A printed keepsake edition is available upon request.
Most projects are completed within 4–5 weeks, depending on your response time and story complexity. For time-sensitive gifts or holiday requests, simply share your ideal date in your initial message.
A Personal Keepsake Novella™ is a premium, individually crafted commission. The investment for this experience is $1,500 USD. Due to the nature of this offer, only a limited number of commissions are accepted each year.
J.M. Kinley is the author of the Cranberry Bread Christmas Collection and the Shore Secrets series, known for warm, character-driven stories set in charming small towns. The Personal Keepsake Novella™ brings that same emotional depth and storytelling style to a private, one-of-a-kind commission created just for you.