Has God placed a story on your heart?
Empowering aspiring authors to fulfill their God-given purpose, one page at a time.
What Our Clients Say
. . . the accountability piece to following through with this and that, just keeping an idea in my head, but focusing on investing time in me. . .
I am incredibly thankful for the guidance and support Wendy has provided for me through the book writing process. Due to the timely nature of a business book idea, I found myself needing to push forward faster than I initially anticipated...
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This felt overwhelming and stressful. Wendy’s unique and strategic process has given me the actionable steps necessary to go from idea to paper.
About Wendy melrose
Wendy serves the Lord Jesus Christ
Why is this information important? Because Wendy’s journey has been deeply impacted by her faith in Jesus, especially when God restored her gift for writing and called her to help aspiring authors. She often reflects on Proverbs 16:3: "I commit my works to you, Lord. I trust in you wholly. May my thoughts be agreeable to your will that these plans would be established and succeed." In the summer of 2023, when her insurance agency was sold, it became clear that her path was set toward a new purpose—using her talents to guide others in their writing journey. Now, each day, she is committed to serving the Lord by helping others fulfill their calling as authors.
Wendy's Spiritual Journey
My journey as an author and servant of Christ began during a transformative revival service.
When I was an adolescent, I had a deep love for creative writing and poetry, but insecurity crept in when someone close to me—my boyfriend at the time—said they didn’t like my work. Devastated, I threw everything I had written into a college dumpster, abandoning the gift God had given me.
Years later, at a prayer and revival service, the minister said something that pierced my heart: “Never throw away a gift God gave you.” Those words brought me back to my lost passion, and I spent two evenings sitting at the foot of the Heavenly Father, seeking His guidance. In that sacred moment, God restored my gift for writing.
Soon after, poetry began to flow once again, and I wrote two children’s books, Ben's Great Escape and Ben's Big Move. But as I journeyed through the self-publishing process, I became frustrated with the lack of resources available to help authors like me.
I vowed that once I figured it out, I would ensure that others had access to the knowledge they needed.
In 2024, I learned even more about how corrupt the publishing world had become—filled with empty promises, high costs, and no real support for aspiring authors. People were led to believe that simply publishing a book would open doors, only to be disappointed. It was through this realization that God showed me a greater truth: when we partner with Him—God, us, and the stories He has placed on our hearts—the impact is far more powerful than anything the world promises.
Now, I live by the principle: God + Us + The Book = Impact. Every day, I commit my work to the Lord, and my mission is to help aspiring authors navigate the publishing world with integrity and faith, so that their work can have a lasting and meaningful impact.
Our Core Values at Legacy Writing Mastery
At In The Zone and Legacy Writing Mastery, we believe in guiding aspiring authors with honesty, integrity, and purpose. We don’t sell false dreams—we equip you with the truth, strategy, and support needed to bring your book to life. Our commitment to you is built on these core values:
Transparency
We are upfront about the realities of writing, publishing, and marketing. No false promises, no hidden agendas—just honest guidance so you can make informed decisions.
Accountability
Your success is in your hands, and we’re here to help you take ownership of it. We hold ourselves and our authors accountable for doing the work, staying committed, and seeing the process through.
Diligence
Writing and publishing a book takes time, effort, and persistence. We don’t believe in shortcuts—we believe in real, lasting success built through consistency and follow-through.
Stewardship
We respect your time, money, and resources. That’s why we teach you how to invest wisely in your book journey, helping you avoid costly mistakes and wasted effort.
Wisdom
Books don’t sell themselves. We provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to successfully publish and market your book, ensuring you go in fully prepared, not misled.
Faith
We trust in God’s plan and lead with integrity, purpose, and heart. Every step of this journey is rooted in faith, ethical guidance, and serving others well.
Realistic Expectations
No high-pressure sales. No misleading success stories. We believe in setting clear expectations so you understand the work, costs, and strategy needed to turn your book into a reality.
At In The ZoneI and Legacy Writing Mastery, we don’t just help you write a book—we help you build a legacy with clarity, integrity, and purpose.
Client Books
Unloved to Unstoppable
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Beyond the Chair: Thriving Through the Transition with God
Learn How to Write Your Own Book
Looking to take your story from idea to published book? Our online course is designed for anyone ready to turn their dream of becoming an author into reality. Starting at $147 a month, you’ll receive expert guidance on writing, self-publishing, and marketing your book, all at your own pace.
