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.
Building a Writer’s Platform – Public Speaking
For authors, writing a book is just part of the mission. If you actually want people to read what you've written—or if you want a shot at getting picked up by a traditional publisher—you also need to focus on building your writer's platform. What's that? A writer's...
Interviewing Linden: Did You Know?
I recently Googled myself (always a strange experience) and ran across an interview I didn't even remember giving to Working Writers, a website that focuses on the business of writing. Since I talked about stories and offered information I haven't mentioned on this...
Authentic Writing
I've always needed time to recover when a relationship ends. But five years? It was clearly time to do more than suggest to friends and clients (hint, hint) that I might be interested in meeting a warm, smart man who's as comfortable on a mountain trail as he is at a...
A Perfect Score & Another Bestseller
Some projects—like some people—you can't help falling in love with. I was lucky enough to fall in love with both the project and the people when I helped Craig and Kathryn Hall write A Perfect Score (Hachette, September 2016). I still remember the day Dupree/Miller...
Writing Lessons from My Dogs: Getting What You Need
Everyone needs something different. That's why providing different strokes is so important, whether dealing with writers or puppy dogs. I know a lot about both. When Dashiell, my ridiculously independent English Cocker, is sick, he crawls into my lap wanting me to...























