Mentorship

Are you:

  • passionate about storytelling but need guidance in getting the words from imagination to page?

  • a committed writer who needs a little accountability and cheerleading to continue to show up and write when the going gets tough?

  • a writer with a completed book who needs an industry guide to help you navigate the world of publishing, both traditional and indie?

  • a published author who could use an experienced editorial mentor to help brainstorm, troubleshoot, or just talk something through?

  • someone who has questions related to writing, editing, or publishing?

 I am:

  • an editor with nearly 35 years in the publishing industry, working with publishers ranging from self-publishing authors to the largest indies and Big 5 houses

  • an author and ghostwriter with scores of publications ranging from short stories to novels to craft essays

  • an instructor who teaches creative writing, literature, editing, and publishing at the university level

 I would love to serve you as a coach and mentor!

FOR WRITERS

  • 1-hour phone consultation – $150

  • 1-hour Zoom session – $150

  • Submission package (fiction or nonfiction) critique: includes query letter, synopsis, three sample chapters, and marketing plan - $600

  • Add a single follow-up email exchange for $25; follow-up packages available

 Additional services are available on an a la carte basis and include query letter review, synopsis review, agent search, book coaching, et al.

FOR STUDENTS

If you:

  • are graduating with a degree in English or writing and want to talk about next steps

  • are interested in building a career in editing/publishing but aren’t sure how to go about it

  • are contemplating an MFA in creative writing but aren’t sure it’s for you

  • want to learn how best to position yourself to find work in writing or publishing after graduation

  • or have any other questions related to establishing yourself as a writer, editor, or freelancer . . .

I have answers! Book a 1-hour phone or Zoom consultation with me for $100. This includes a single follow-up email exchange.

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If you’re interested in working together, please click Contact Me and let me know how I can help by filling out the Message form. I’ll get right back to you.

If you’d like to see my editorial portfolio, visit the Editing tab on my website and scroll down.

If you’d like to read some of my short fiction, visit the Writing tab on my website and click the images.

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