The Process
I specialize in working with both new and experienced writers who are looking for a more structured approach to develop their story. My coaching sessions are flexible and adapted to each writer’s specific needs. Each month includes two hours of feedback sessions, developmental help, and materials.
Here’s an outline of what our sessions look like:
figuring out your needs
Our first step is an initial meeting to discuss your writing goals, your current experience level, and how you’d like our sessions to work. This introductory chat helps me understand the kind of support you need, whether it’s foundational guidance, regular feedback on your writing, or help solving plot issues. After this, I’ll be able to create a plan that fits your goals and session style.
Each session will focus on one key aspect and include some practice activities to help you develop your skills and gain confidence. Typically, we’ll start from the very beginning so that you can grow and gain confidence. By the end of our sessions, you’ll have a template you can apply to your other books.
loglines
In our first coaching session, we’ll work on taking your initial idea and creating a one-sentence summary or ‘logline.’ This is a great way to figure out your basic premise, and it’s a good answer for when people ask you, “What’s your story about?”
blurbs
After we’ve figured out your initial idea, we’ll work on expanding it into a longer summary following the format of a back-cover blurb. This helps to identify your genre, setting, and who your protagonist is, what they want, and who or what is stopping them.
building your story
Next, we’ll work on laying the foundations of your story. Typically, we’ll explore themes, voice, conflict, structure, pacing, beats, tropes, and scenes. Whatever you feel you need support with.
feedback sessions
Each week, we’ll meet for a 30-minute check-in to discuss your progress, troubleshoot any issues, and brainstorm solutions to keep the story moving forward. If you’re stuck on a plot problem or need some help pushing through writer’s block, I’ll offer feedback and ideas that complement your story goals. Our sessions will be both supportive and constructive, so that you can continue to make steady progress without feeling overwhelmed.
*If you prefer, we can meet for a 1-hour check-in twice a month.
Flexible and Adaptable
My approach to coaching is to tailor each package to your specific needs, remain open to evolving as those needs change, and provide maximum benefit for an affordable fee of €250 pcm including two hours of coaching calls.
Ready to start? Book a free consultation today so we can start creating a story you’ll love to write.