Book Coaching by Sharon

“I want to be a writer when I grow up!” When I made this statement at the age of eight, I had no idea what it would take for me to become a published author. I only knew how much I loved books and how I wanted to write stories like the ones I loved to read, the books I connected with on an emotional level, the books and stories that made me feel seen.

I had no idea what it takes to write a book. I only knew that someday, I wanted to be a writer, to tell good stories, to give readers a chance to connect emotionally with characters and stories that help them feel seen.

I love books. I mean, I really love books.

I fell in love with books at an early age. By the time I was four years old, I was already reading on my own. I was a quiet, awkward kid, who, as I grew older, found solace in books. The comfort and reassurance of knowing that the characters in the books I loved would always be there helped me get through a challenging childhood.

Life took some odd turns, and I ended up being a technical writer. One day, it hit me hard that I had missed the mark. That I had let my dream morph into something else. I said, “Wait. That’s not what I meant when I said I wanted to be a writer.”

I can write, I thought. So why not apply my writing skills to books?

Turns out, it’s not that easy. There is a lot to know about the structure of stories, the tropes relevant to the specific genre you are writing in, the importance of understanding your target reader, especially when writing for kids, and the craft, the craft, the craft of good storytelling.

My first attempts were…more than awful. The spark was there, the passion, the creativity, the love of story. What was missing was the knowledge and understanding of craft and structure.

I worked and studied for many years, learning to write and to craft books that readers love. And now I want to help others do the same but without the many decades learning how. I often tell my clients, “I own over 250 writing craft books, so you don’t have to.”

I want to craft a writing journey for you like I craft books for my readers. With understanding and intention.

I will meet you where you are in your writing and publishing journey and help you attain the next level of craft and knowledge.

It took me a long time to get here, but now I want to help others like you get their stories out of their heads and hearts and onto the page and into the world.

I have journeyed on this path and experienced the pitfalls, the rejection, the doubt, and the fear. But I have also learned a great deal along the way and have experienced the joys and excitement of publishing books that readers love enough to tell the world and their friends about.

If you are struggling with story structure or the elements of craft, I see you!

If you are stuck and filled with doubt, I feel you!

If you just want to up your writing craft game, I am here for you!

If you have no idea how to navigate this ever-shifting publishing landscape and need someone to help guide you through, I can help you!

If you think we might be a good fit to work together, click on the button below to fill out the inquiry form and let’s get started bringing your characters and stories to life.