What is a Book Coach?

1. Writing a book is your dream and passion.
2. You wish to develop and learn about your writing craft.
3. You are working towards being a professional writer.
4. You want to learn how to blog, write for the media, or begin a freelance career.
5. You want to share your experience, story, or knowledge through your writing.
6. You want to make a difference and have an impact on people's lives.
7. You want to build authority and credibility as an expert in your field.
8. Your stories are in your head but you don't know where to start.
9. Writing a book feels overwhelming and you can't pinpoint your ideas to get to the publishing end of things.
10. You're already writing a book but you feel stuck.
11. You feel you need a structure and accountability.
12. You need advice on writing a proposal and submitting to agents or publishers. 
13. You believe 1 - 1 support and guidance from a writing mentor would help you achieve your goal.
14. You're excited to uncover your creative passions.
15. You want to feel confident, brave and full of self belief in your writing

• I'm a book coach and writing mentor, a freelance writer, and a book editor. I have over ten years experience in editing, writing, publishing, and graphic design of non fiction works, newsletters, booklets, pamphlets, and more. 
• I have facilitated and run writers workshops, coaching sessions, writers groups, and talks. 
• My short stories and poetry have been published in literary journals including the 2009 Fish Anthology Ten Pint Ted, Toasted Cheese, Boyne Berries, and Agenda.
• With over five years experience as a published freelance writer, including as a freelance journalist, I frequently write for the Irish Times, Irish Examiner and more. 
• I am an Honours graduate in English with additional qualifications in medical librarianship, subediting and design.
• I support new writers who are realising their dream in becoming published authors. I also guide veteran writers who require the support and skills of a mentor and editor.
• My holistic approach tackles writing on a mindful level while using practical and supportive guidance with a trained eye in connecting the author with their reader.
• As a writer I understand the isolation, difficulties, and blocks afforded to even the most committed writer.
• I honour your journey as well as your creativity.

I work with writers at every stage of their writing career, from beginners to established authors, coaching and providing feedback and support an all aspects of your writing and writing life. We work together through Zoom, and via email, and connect through your passion and writing. Some aspects we work through during the writing mentor  coaching programme include:

1. Feedback on your work in progress.
2. Inspiration and motivation.
3. Productivity.
4. Breaking through creative blocks.
5. Guidance through the creative process.
6. Assignments to refocus your work and thought processes.
7. Prioritisation of projects and time management.
8. Creating a writing structure and habit.
9. Increased confidence in your work.
10. Guidance on the route to publishing.

Working with a book coach and writing mentor is a strong step in gaining the support and advice you need with ongoing connection and guidance towards publishing. Coaching is a 3 month to full year commitment to transform not only your work but your approach to your writing life. Ensuring the process is rewarding, I am always on hand to make certain you reach your goals with confidence and pleasure.

• With coaching I give you the space to grow, to learn your craft, and to cultivate your abilities. You are your writing meaning I nurture your internal creativity by asking you questions which will challenge you and your writing.
• With mentoring I share my expertise, knowledge, and my own experience with you, along with publishing industry guidance.
• And through 1:1  writing mentor consultations I provide constructive feedback on your work.