Writing is hard work. And we don't have to do it alone! Every writer at every stage can benefit from having someone come alongside for part of the journey.  I work with a small group of writers to help them go deeper and further toward publication goals.

My approach is personal and tailored to your writing needs and goals. On the "coaching softness scale" (which I just made up), I'm on the tough -- but kind -- side. And I think that's what most writers need.

I use a care, share, dare model.

Care: I come alongside you to care for you as a writer. We discern carefully together where you are, and how you would like to grow. I'll be your listening ear and also sometimes, maybe, a little bit bossy.

Share: I coach you from my own experience, knowledge and training, but I also provide you with tools and resources from other writers and resources that fit your needs.

Dare: Let's set some concrete goals and figure out what healthy risk taking in writing looks like for you. It all does take a bit of daring...

Coaching with me usually looks like twice-monthly meetings for a certain time length and some in-between encouraging and contact when you need it.