…and What That Means for You
If you’d told me years ago that I’d become a writing coach, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. Back then, I was just another writer trying to figure things out—struggling through drafts, feeling stuck, and wondering if I’d ever actually “get there.”
I’d been writing in solitude for years. Just me, a computer and an ever-growing stack of ideas. Some of the ideas panned out, others fell away, and I learned a lot.
I started engaging with other writers, writers who’d achieved less than I had, who’d only just started on their writing journey.
Something shifted inside me.
I realised that writing, while often solitary, doesn’t have to be a lonely struggle. I discovered how powerful it is to have someone in your corner, someone who understands the process, sees roadblocks you can’t, and helps you move forward. Having that kind of support can make the difference between giving up and pushing through.
That’s why I became a writing coach.
Not because I have all the answers (I don’t), but because I know how valuable it is to have guidance, feedback, and accountability.
I also know that I learn a lot about my own writing from helping others improve theirs.
For me, coaching isn’t about dictating what a writer should or shouldn’t do.
Most often, it’s about saying “You’re doing great! Keep doing that!”
It’s about helping someone to see what’s working in their writing and what needs adjustment.
It’s about keeping a writer moving forward when self-doubt or procrastination threaten to slow them down. It’s about making sure that half-finished drafts don’t stay abandoned forever.
Every writer is different, and my job isn’t to cram them into a one-size-fits-all mould, but rather to help them refine their unique voice and process.
You, but better than you were.
You, with more knowledge, greater skills, and fewer weaknesses.
I know there’s a belief that only bestselling authors should coach writers. But some of the best coaches in the world aren’t the ones in the spotlight—they’re the ones behind the scenes, helping others shine. I may not have reached the publication stage with my own books yet, but I do have a sharp eye for storytelling, a deep understanding of writing mechanics, and a genuine passion for helping writers improve. And sometimes, working with someone who’s still on the journey themselves can be just as valuable as learning from someone who’s already at the finish line.
If you’re a writer who wants to improve but isn’t sure where to start, struggles with self-doubt, or has ideas but keeps getting stuck mid-draft, coaching might be exactly what you need. This isn’t about me. It’s about you, your writing, and your growth as a writer.
If you’re ready to take that next step, let’s talk.