"We're all assigned a piece of garden, a corner of the universe that is ours to transform.
Our corner of the universe is our own life." ~ Maryanne Williamson
You are not alone if you feel you have 'trouble writing'. I believe the 'roadblocks' are frequently not in the writing but in the 'getting ready to write'. This preparatory phase includes doing whatever reading & research is needed, deciding what it is you want to say, and then organizing your thoughts to create the product you want. Once you've done these things, putting it in words can flow much more smoothly. As your coach, I will support and guide you each step of the way.
I love working with individuals around writing. This includes projects such as personal statements, letters of introduction or resumes. I also work eagerly with graduate and professional school students writing their dissertations or course papers and with university faculty on manuscripts or book chapters for publication. Writing stories and memoirs are also areas I enjoy.
My experience as a writer is extensive. My B.A. was in English Literature from Washington University in St. Louis. My first job after college was as a copy-editor for Mosby Publishing Company and my next position was as Editorial Assistant to the Chief of Medicine at Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. As a scientist, I have over 75 publications in medical journals, or as book chapters or popular magazine articles. I also serve as a peer-reviewer for major medical journals.
Much of our work will be done in email, with scheduled phone sessions as needed. You will receive prompt feedback from me regarding your writing. I would be delighted to talk to you about your writing projects, and to answer any questions you might have.
Writing
Writing is one of my passions. As a writing coach, my function is very similar to that of a life coach. I help you get clear about what you want to say and provide feedback, support, accountability and inspiration throughout the writing process. Working with a writing coach will keep you on track, help you prioritize, focus and complete your project.You are not alone if you feel you have 'trouble writing'. I believe the 'roadblocks' are frequently not in the writing but in the 'getting ready to write'. This preparatory phase includes doing whatever reading & research is needed, deciding what it is you want to say, and then organizing your thoughts to create the product you want. Once you've done these things, putting it in words can flow much more smoothly. As your coach, I will support and guide you each step of the way.
I love working with individuals around writing. This includes projects such as personal statements, letters of introduction or resumes. I also work eagerly with graduate and professional school students writing their dissertations or course papers and with university faculty on manuscripts or book chapters for publication. Writing stories and memoirs are also areas I enjoy.
My experience as a writer is extensive. My B.A. was in English Literature from Washington University in St. Louis. My first job after college was as a copy-editor for Mosby Publishing Company and my next position was as Editorial Assistant to the Chief of Medicine at Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. As a scientist, I have over 75 publications in medical journals, or as book chapters or popular magazine articles. I also serve as a peer-reviewer for major medical journals.
Much of our work will be done in email, with scheduled phone sessions as needed. You will receive prompt feedback from me regarding your writing. I would be delighted to talk to you about your writing projects, and to answer any questions you might have.