Writing coaching

Do you have a book in your head, a pile of notes towards a book, or an unfinished manuscript in your files? Are you unsure how to proceed with it? Are you struggling with writers’ block, chronic procrastination, doing everything else except writing, or any of the other stumbling blocks that may arise?

I can help you:

• Set regular writing goals and stay accountable

• Develop a structure/plot

• Develop your craft

• Address potential issues such as style, tone, plot holes

• Complete a draft manuscript

• Learn how to edit your own work

I can work with writers of fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction (including history, memoir, biography and autobiography, and other topics).

Coaching is structured around:

• Reading your work prior to meeting (up to 10,000 words at a time) and providing feedback notes. Work must be submitted at least 7 days prior to meeting.

• One-hour meeting (online or in-person) to discuss your work.

This option is suitable for people wanting support for a specific written project, including guidance with writing.

Please note that while I can help you with crafting your manuscript, it is outside the scope of the coaching process to cover the next steps such as finding an agent and getting your work published. I can give you general advice on these things, but can’t undertake industry networking on your behalf.

Contact me for more information.