About

I’m Ching-Lo Hsu, and I founded Story Compass.

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We tap into the heart of emotions, and the human experience.
We guide writers in crafting human-centered stories.
We believe the unique strength of each writer’s voice.

Story Compass is on a mission to help writers craft stories that evoke empathy, stories that move readers, make them feel seen, and stay with them long after the last page.

In an era where countless stories are generated every second by AI and automated systems, we must ask: how many of them resonated with you? 

That’s where Story Compass comes in.

We tap into the heart of emotions, humanity, and the human experience. We guide writers in crafting human-centered stories, ones with the power to shift perspectives, bridge worlds, and leave a lasting impact. Ultimately, we believe in the power of stories and the unique strength of each writer’s voice.

About Me

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Hello, I am Ching-Lo.


I am a versatile storyteller with experience across multiple mediums, including theatre, cinema, and fiction.

As an Author Accelerator certified book coach, I help first-time writers from multicultural backgrounds craft women’s, upmarket and literary fiction.

I am also a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and serve as a first-round judge for the association’s Star Award and Rising Star Award.

Beyond my literary work, I have a strong background as a film sales agent, specializing in the international distribution of arthouse films. I have contributed to notable titles such as The Substance, Perfect Days, Priscilla, Fallen Leaves, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, and The Worst Person in the World.

Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Design and a Master’s in Filmmaking, I combine my deep understanding of story structure with in-depth knowledge of market positioning in the film industry. This unique blend of expertise enriches my approach to book coaching.

A writer myself, my work has been supported by the Taiwanese Ministry of Culture. 

Originally from Taiwan, I now live in central France, where my husband and I, along with our cat, Pistache, are restoring an 18th-century mansion.

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Work with Me

01

Mini Blueprint Consultation
EUR 200

Perfect for writers who want to test their story’s core

02

Novel Foundation – Blueprint
EUR 1,200

Perfect for writers who want to ensure a solid story foundation before drafting or revising

03

1:1 Ongoing Coaching
EUR 300

Perfect for writers seeking personalized, hands-on support as they write

USD 1,499 if you purchase six deadlines at once

04

Pitch Strategy Coaching
EUR 1,800

Perfect for writers preparing to pitch their novel to agents and seeking a strong, polished query package with hands-on support

USD 199 per additional deadline

Testimonials

I found all of your comments so helpful and my book will be very much improved because of your feedback.
Sue
Writer
Ching-Lo was very attentive to my questions and her keen understanding allowed her to locate several agents.
Kelly
Writer

Ching-Lo gave me a clear timeline for our work together and her feedback was very helpful.It gave me a push to think.

Franziska
Writer

Ching-Lo gave me a clear timeline for our work together and her feedback was very helpful.It gave me a push to think.

Franziska
Writer
I found all of your comments so helpful and my book will be very much improved because of your feedback.
Franziska
Writer
Ching-Lo was very attentive to my questions and her keen understanding allowed her to locate several agents.
Kelly
Writer

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