Cherry Pie Author Services

Fancy meeting you here!

Welcome to our author service boutique!

We believe in using small-town charm & big city skills to help new & long-time authors achieve greater success.

We brand, re-brand, or completely overhaul careers, provide a full array of fiction and nonfiction edits for your needs, and help you create personalized book launch plans, unique marketing, and beautiful proposals (book, film/tv, query, & synopses) that work for YOU.

Basically? We lessen the busy & burnout so you can focus more on creating the extraordinary life you love.

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ABOUT

Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here!


First things first. Let’s talk about success, darling.

I mean - you’ve striven for it, yes?

You want it.

That feeling of accomplishment that says all your hard work - all of your heart work – the late nights & early mornings, the crazy state of marketing, & the constant keeping up with publishing preferences - mean something bigger than the space between your soul & the computer screen.

Whether you’re a writer striving to launch a career, or you’ve launched & succeeded (& are now trying to hang on to that sweet spot), or… maybe you once had it, but find yourself relegated to yesterday’s it-list…

What is it your career needs?


What about your current strategy is working for you – and, just as importantly - what things aren’t?

Because, chances are, your definition of success includes a career that allows you a life bigger than beating the pavement, relearning the latest trends, & marketing yourself into exhaustion.

That’s where Cherry Pie Author Services comes in. I want to help you break from the busyness & take a deep breath. Then we’ll dive in to honestly assess where your career / manuscript / book launch / brand is at, and where you need it to be. Then we’ll help you craft a unique-to-you plan with tools catered to how you operate.

So, let me help you. Let’s tackle what you need, toss what you don’t, & maybe even reboot your passion in the process.

After all, you are a brilliant creative. Let’s make everything about your career reflect that.

~m


WHAT I DO:

I sit down with you to brainstorm, build, brand, & re-brand your career so that you can ditch the busy & burnout, & spend more time on creating the extraordinary life & career you dream of.


MY PHILOSOPHY:

You and I came into this world as wild, passionate beings. We are here on purpose, for a purpose. So let’s rock this thing.


WHAT TO EXPECT:

Once you purchase a package, we’ll schedule a phone chat. I’ll email you a questionnaire / workbook to help us unpack your specific needs along with your unique talents, style, & strengths we can build from. Then we’ll get on a zoom call & create a detailed strategy that’s a perfect fit for you!


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Testimonials

Kind things clients are saying


R.M. Garino, bestselling author of THE CHAOS OF SOULS series

“We were floored by the expertise and professionalism as well as the caliber of the work that Mary provided us.”

Regarding the BRAND & PLATFORM GROWTH (with webside incl) PACKAGE ›

Brianna Tibbetts, Author

“I felt like all of my jumbled ideas were organized and given back to me in a way I could manage, and I definitely walked away feeling like I'd gotten exactly what I needed to move forward.”

Regarding the BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Shellie, Author

“Mary was amazing! I was so overwhelmed with getting back into the social media and marketing game, but Mary put me at ease. I received so much during our chat both professionally and personally. Highly recommend!!”

Regarding the MARKETING CONSULT Package ›

Ani’a Dutton, Fantasy Writer

“It was a lovely and uplifting experience. With kindness, [Mary] showed me different ways to level up my story and get it ready for publication. I feel excited to dive back into my story!” (Re: Developmental Fiction Edit)

Regarding the EDITING PACKAGE ›

Charlotte S., Author

“My career consult call with Mary Weber exceeded my expectations, providing me with invaluable information and encouragement.”

Regarding the CAREER CONSULT Package ›

S.L. Richardson, Author

“Cherry Pie Services helped me unpack the branding and style I want in order to grow my social media and author platforms. Mary's knowledge, genius, and true compassion for creatives gave me the tools and confidence I need to move to the next level in my writing career!”

Regarding the BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Gillian Bronte Adams, author of the songkeeper chronicles

“I knew I needed help with my brand and platform strategies but was so intimidated by the idea that I kept putting it off. So glad I finally took the plunge! Working with Cherry Pie was exactly what I needed to hone my brand and identify my next steps. Mary is so gracious and generous and knowledgeable and gave above and beyond what I hoped. I’m incorporating her suggestions one step at a time, and had a wonderful response to my newly revamped newsletter that just went out!”

Regarding the BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH PACKAGE ›

M.J. McGriff, author of The Magian Series & The New Earth Series

“[The experience] was amazing! You guys really brought out the essence and theme of my tropical adventure novel.”

Regarding the SOCIAL MEDIA PICS PACKAGE ›

Julie Cantrell, NYT & USA Today bestselling author

“Mary Weber and Cherry Pie Author Services went above and beyond all expectations. Top-notch professional service at every turn. I couldn't be more pleased, and I'll be sending all my author friends and clients their way.”

Regarding the BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Haylie Hanson, Author of WORLD DIVER

“Mary was fantastic to work with, and had so many clever ideas for marketing and promotion regarding my book launch that I would never have considered or thought of. She's a valuable asset of knowledge and strategy for any author looking to create a successful launch plan, whether it's your debut novel or your ninth.”

Regarding the BOOK LAUNCH PACKAGE ›

Preslaysa Williams, HarperCollins Author

“I received clarity on my vision and message as an author. Mary definitely helped me see the bigger picture for my author brand.”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH PACKAGE ›

Emileigh Latham, Author

“Cherry Pie Author Services went beyond my expectations and took the mystery and frustration out of marketing and branding and made it not only clear and achieveable but dug deep with me to create a brand and platform that I'm passionate about. I walked away with an abundance of sage advice, invaluable resources, and buckets of encouragement. Hiring CPAS [Cherry Pie Author Services] has already changed my writing career for the better!”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH PACKAGE ›

Katie S. Williams, Fantasy Author

“My experience with Cherry Pie was phenomenal. Branding and marketing have always felt overwhelming to me, yet somehow, with just a packet of questions and a coaching call, Mary was able to narrow my focus, define my core values, and give me practical and feasible steps to continue growing my platform and my community. I was given every tool I need to take the next step, and I've never been so excited to move forward! If branding feels overwhelming or impossible to you, fear no more and look no further than Cherry Pie Author Services. I cannot recommend them highly enough!”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE AUDIENCE GROWTH PACKAGE ›

Moriah Chavis

“Mary was wonderful! She was willing to answer my endless questions and so helpful. I used her query package, and the booklet included is magnificent. Her notes were wonderful, and she helped me turn my story pitch into something impressive. I'm proud to start presenting it to agents.”

Regarding the QUERY & PITCH PACKAGE ›

Kristain Branham

“Mary was amazing! She provided amazing feedback on my query letter package and Industry information. I would recommend her to anyone!”

Regarding the QUERY & PITCH PACKAGE ›

Vanessa Rasanen, Author

“Launching a book feels daunting, but Mary helped me develop a plan and schedule that feels efficient, effective, and feasible for my busy schedule! I left our meeting feeling confident and excited to get to work!”

Regarding BOOK LAUNCH Package ›

Lani Forbes, YA Author

“It was fantastic! I feel like Mary went above and beyond. She explained answers to questions I didn't even know I had.”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Haylie Hanson, YA Author of The Luminaut Trilogy

“Mary's edits on my query and one-sheet made everything professional and concise, and the workbook has many helpful resources. I would recommend this package to anyone pitching a book who isn't quite sure where to start, or needs a refresher in querying.”

Regarding the QUERY & PITCH Package ›

Brandy Bruce, Author

“I loved working with Cherry Pie Services! The logos, brand suggestions, and advice have been invaluable.”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

KB Benson, YA Author

It was fantastic! Mary is super knowledgeable and jumped right in addressing the main needs and concerns I had. I’m very pleased with the package I received.

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Laura A. Grace

IT WAS AMAZING!!! (I hope it’s okay to express that with all caps as I don't know any other way to express how eye-opening and incredible this experience was!) Truly, I came in hoping for clarity concerning one thing involving my brand, but I got unexpected clarity on a variety of things surrounding my brand! I feel very encouraged to dream big, inspired to make those dreams a reality, and have a newfound confidence in my brand that those dreams can happen.

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Becky Dean, YA Author

“The experience was fantastic and definitely met my needs. Figuring out my brand and working to build a platform always felt intimidating, and now it feels not only possible, but like something I'm excited to dive into.”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Clint Hall

“This was a fantastic experience that will certainly benefit my career moving forward. You absolutely met my needs.”

Regarding QUERY & PITCH PACKAGE ›

Aleigha C. Israel, Author & owner of Literary Treasures Co

“Yes! I had so much fun working with Cherry Pie services. Mary was an absolute joy to work with! I went from feeling overwhelmed and a bit unsure of the direction to take my career, to now feeling confident and so excited for what the future holds! She went over and beyond what I could have ever hoped for! <3”

Regarding BRAND & PROMOTE / AUDIENCE GROWTH Package ›

Emily Hayse, YA Author

“Emphatically yes! I wanted an experienced eye to look at my brand, online presence, and career plans, and tell me what was working and how to realistically move forward. Not only did I get that, I got a huge confidence boost. I feel refreshed and ready to tackle the next steps in my career.”

Regarding CAREER BREAKTHROUGH Package ›

R.J. Anderson, internationally bestselling author of KNIFE

“The Career Breakthrough Package was definitely a helpful way to dig into my career, clarify my mission and interests, and develop better branding and outreach to my readers! I really appreciated Mary’s thorough, insightful and generous help in figuring out where I am and where I need to go from here.”

Regarding CAREER BREAKTHROUGH PACKAGE ›

Olivia Cornwell, Indie Author

“YES! My experience has been amazing. I've learned a lot about doing a launch, and I'm excited to put to use what I've learned, now and for future books.”

Regarding BOOK LAUNCH Package ›

Tabitha Caplinger

“My brainstorming call was exactly what I needed. Mary was so insightful. I walked away with good ideas and great advice to make my launch a success.”

Regarding BOOK LAUNCH Package ›

Preslaysa Williams, Author of forthcoming novel from Avon, HarperCollins

“Mary's insights regarding book marketing were invaluable. She provided me with a solid, doable plan for my book release.”

Regarding BOOK LAUNCH Package ›

My credentials

Hey there! I’m Mary.


THE BASICS:

I met a boy in childhood & kissed him when we were both 17. Now we’re raising 3 muggles on a vintage ranch where I write books, marketing plans, & ad copy for publishers & authors, & wear plaid pants like those golfers on TV.


MY REP:

I’m represented by Holly Root & Melanie Castillo at Root Literary Agency.


THE REST:

Mary Weber is the bestselling HarperCollins author of six books, including the Storm Siren Trilogy, The Evaporation of Sofi Snow series, and the STEM inspired To Best the Boys. In her spare time, Mary runs Cherry Pie Author Services as a marketing and career consultant, sings 80’s hairband songs to her three muggle children, and ogles her husband who looks strikingly like Wolverine. They live in California, which is perfect for stalking aging superstars while wearing fannypacks and sweatpants. (Because nothing says “let me admire you” like the traditional attire of serial killers and George Costanza.)


ASIDE FROM BOOKS:

Mary’s written for Huffington Post, Hallmark, Writer's Digest, been featured in USA Today, and has a fun interview in the paperback of Marissa Meyer’s NYT bestselling CRESS. While creating educational & marketing material for a non-profit for 16 years, Mary was offered her first 3 book contract after a HarperCollins publisher invited her to pitch a story idea. She wrote the book, helped write the marketing plan, & they sold more than 100,000 volumes in the trilogy. Since then, she’s helped write marketing & book launch plans for an entire Harper YA division. You can find her family in the Netflix hit series “13 Reasons Why” or at the local Boba Tea stop. To join her latest shenanigans or get humorous, awesome career tips, subscribe to her OWL LETTERS below. {She's also on Instagram & Facebook @ MaryWeberAuthor)


BASICALLY:

I adore writing, marketing, & making others shine. I’d be honored to help YOU step into the spotlight!


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