All prospective clients receive a complimentary 40-minute video call. If both of us feel good & decide to move forward and work together, I will craft a custom package for you based on your needs and goals...I will never engage in pre-packaged "one-size-fits-all" sales tactics.
Prices below are a guide but will vary based on your project and
I am always happy to work with your budget!

In this free workbook you get the core of my coaching philosophy and an easy-to-understand overview of Your DRAFT Plan that walks you through my 5-step framework with guided questions and space to brainstorm, so you can turn your scattered ideas into a clear writing plan.
No more piles of half-formed ideas scattered across different apps, phones, computers, and scraps of paper.
Real guidance that sounds like a real conversation so you feel supported rather than overwhelmed.
Reuse this workbook again and again for every new project, so you always have a fresh page instead of starting from scratch.
I created this framework for myself - and for every writer who feels stuck with a pile of half-formed ideas and no idea where to start.
In this series of workbooks you get the core of my coaching philosophy in an easy-to-understand, go at your own pace format with guided questions and space to brainstorm, so you can turn your scattered ideas into a clear writing plan.
Click the link for the special bundle price plus extras.
Only want one workbook? Visit my Merch Shop ...because there is no wrong answer for getting started on your journey.

No more piles of half-formed ideas scattered across different apps, phones, computers, and scraps of paper.
Real guidance that sounds like a real conversation so you feel supported rather than overwhelmed.
Reuse each workbook again and again for every new project, so you always have a fresh page instead of starting from scratch.

I offer services and prices based on the total time I think it will take to complete your project. I do not charge by the word or the hour!

I will never offer pre-packaged "deals" that don't quite fit what you need or "a la carte" options that are really my bread and butter services with the fees jacked up.

Each Client gets their own personalized coaching agreement based on their needs, not mine.
I offer First Chapter, First 3 Chapters, and First Page Polish (for writing contests) based on total word count.
Read through manuscript, offer comments & questions, provide light proofreading. Pricing is based on total word count.
Working with an author on the full manuscript - whether that is a short story collection, novella, novel, screenplay, poetry, etc. I provide bi-weekly coaching calls, beta reader & editing services, brainstorming on options for platforms, agents & publishing process. Coaching on how to turn your author brand into an entrepreneurial endeavor for long-term success. Access to all digital products free of charge.
Working with an author on the full manuscript - whether that is an article, essay collection, blog series, Substack articles, book project etc. I provide bi-weekly coaching calls, assistance with fact-checking, beta reader & editing services, brainstorming on options for platforms, agents & publishing process. Coaching on how to turn your author brand into an entrepreneurial endeavor for long-term success. Access to all digital products free of charge.
For short term projects where you only need selected coaching services. Discounts on digital products.
Provide assistance with strategic planning, comms & branding, fundraising strategy and comms. I work with key staff on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis.
Details coming soon!
Details coming soon!
Schedule a Complimentary 40-minute call to share the details of your project! If I think I can help you, I'll craft a coaching proposal tailored to you and your project!

Your support of my writing - articles, books, workbooks and more is so deeply appreciated. I know it can get quickly overwhelming with Substack subscriptions, Kindle and book purchases...I've set up a page on Buy Me A Coffee where you can support my work & mission to create a community for aspiring writers.

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