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.
Or if you’re looking for a simple self-publishing solution,
check out Incubation Press, our sister site.
Book-Writing Survival
I’m not a runner, but I know a thing or ten about marathons since I write books. While the occasional sprint is not out of the question, too hard and too fast usually leads to collapse before the finish line or right after if you do make it to the tape. Coming in...
Writing Lessons From My Dogs: Face Your Fears
Is fear impeding your writing? As this dog-inspired writing lesson is about to show you, it sure doesn't have to. My friend Deborah and I had just pulled up to one of the lakes on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway outside of Bend. At the time, I had three pups with a...
Book Cover Consult
My friend and client, Jane Hiatt, is just finishing up a book about hypnosis and trauma called Deep Medicine for Trauma: 5 Powerful Treatments for Healing That Experts Have Overlooked, based on her years of working in that arena. The stories of people coming to terms...
Here’s to the Unexpected
As I sat outside being pelted with white petals and yellow petal clusters, I realized that from nature to day-to-day life, the unexpected commands our attention. My backyard looks like a lush little oasis bordered by lava rock that’s as tall as my house and a couple...
Author Website
As clients finish their books and move from writing and editing to thinking about self-publishing and book promotion, the question of whether they need a website usually comes up. The answer is a decisive, “That depends.” If you’re playing around with a novel or a...























