Do you have a book you want to write?
Finding it tough going on your own?
As a two-time New York Times bestselling writer
—as well as an editor of other bestsellers and a writing coach to bestselling writers—
I can help you unearth and share your story and/or your message.
Whether I work with you as a book consultant, writing coach, editor, or writer,
or through my Boost Your Business with a Book e-course,
together we’ll make your content sound like you–only better.
It all starts with a chat and/or some sloppy copy.
Call me for a free 20-minute chemistry and project consultation and I’ll explain.
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Writing Lessons From My Dogs: Unwind
Why is it so hard for us to take a breath and unwind? If you're like me, you have this nagging feeling that you should be doing something most, if not all, of the time. Even if you don’t have children, in addition to addressing work demands, there's always something...
Finding Your Narrative Voice
Every writer has a voice—the trick is learning to hear it clearly and use it with confidence. Narrative voice is more than word choice or rhythm; it’s the emotional fingerprint of your writing. It’s how your personality, perspective, and purpose shape the book you’re...
Writing Romance
Romantic chemistry is one of the great mysteries of life as well as storytelling. You can’t fake it, but you can build it. Chemistry isn’t about grand gestures or poetic declarations; it’s about energy—the invisible charge between two people. When writing romance,...
Online Research Gems and Shortcuts
Whether you're writing fiction, nonfiction, or a memoir, you'll probably need to do a little—or a lot—of research at some point. These days, that means delving into online research. Writers joke about how our search histories would get us arrested if taken out of...
Revising a Rough Draft
Congratulations—you finished a draft of your book! Now comes the part that separates dabblers from authors: revision. If your manuscript feels sloppy, kudos to you. First drafts are supposed to be messy since you need to let it all hang out when you're creating. But...























