As your writing coach I will:

Learn about your writing goals, issues, and what you want to accomplish. Then I'll:

• Read your pages and make detailed notes
• Identify the "macro issues" and suggest ways to fix them. This typically includes offering writing exercises that explore characters, conflict, and plot.
• Meet with you (if local) and spend about 90 minutes going over my notes, answering your questions, and settting new writing goals. 

If needed, I will also provide feedback on:

• Opening
• POV
• Plot & Pacing
• Setting
• Characterization
• Dialogue

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A word about my philsophy:

Creating stories, whether real or imagined, is a sensitive issue. I have been where you are and know the value of a professional, honest, and encouraging critique. And have also experienced the opposite and almost chucked my writing career. I don't want this to happen to anyone so my goal is to leave you wanting to write more, not less. I will respect you and your work, treat it with care, and provide you with honest and helpful feedback.

And for those who worry that their story is "no good," EVERY story has potential and that is what I look for first. 

Sounds good. So how much . . .?​

Fees: A feedback session is based on word count; approximately $6.00 per 1,000 words for books over 10,000 words. (Ex: 66,000 word count = $396 for a full critique).

Works 10,000 words or less are $75.

Individual Writing Sessions

If you are still in the developmental phase of your story, working one-on-one for a few sessions may be a good choice for you. At our meetings we will outline a project plan and set due dates. Exercises, readings and prompts will help move you towards a completed project.

Writers enjoy this option because it helps them stay focused and accountable.

For each session I will read up to 45 pages (double spaced, 12pt font) and provide written feedback. During our sessions, we will go over your pages and I will offer exercises and other options designed to help you move forward.

Per session fee: up to 20 pages per session: $65

                        20 - 45 pages per session: $80

or

Get 4 sessions for $235 or $295 (paid in advance)