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Memoir Architecture Intensive

40-minute strategic session + written 2–3 page blueprint• Price: $297
• Pre-session intake form
• 1–3 page writing sample required
• Blueprint delivered in 72 hoursSpots are limited to ensure depth and focus.If you are carrying a memoir inside you but feel uncertain about its structure, focus, or central thread, this intensive is designed to give you clarity.The Memoir Architecture Intensive is not a coaching call. It is a focused structural diagnostic.In our 40-minute strategy session, we will identify:• the true narrative spine of your book
• the thematic through-line holding your story together
• the structure that best serves your material
• the next concrete steps required to move forwardFollowing our session, you will receive a 2–3 page written Memoir Architecture Blueprint within 72 hours. This document will outline your book’s core framework and provide clear direction so you can write with confidence instead of hesitation.This intensive is ideal for midlife women who do not need motivation — they need a map.

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My Pricing Philosophy

Value • Integrity • Access • TransformationI believe in transparent, respectful, values-based pricing.
My work is rooted in three decades of scholarship, teaching, editing, and mentorship — and in the profound personal transformations I’ve lived through myself.My pricing reflects four core truths:1. Writing a book is life-changing work.
This is not “content creation.”
This is self-knowledge, healing, legacy, and reinvention.The tools, structure, and guidance you receive here are built from years of research, lived experience, and academic expertise.2. Your time and voice are sacred.
When women enter midlife, their stories deepen — emotionally, spiritually, intellectually.
Working with a mentor honors that depth.I take your voice seriously.
I take your story seriously.
I take your transformation seriously.3. Investment is part of commitment.
Writing your book requires energy, courage, trust, and willingness.
Financial investment isn’t about “buying coaching.”
It’s about choosing yourself, your future, and your narrative power.Every woman I work with experiences a shift the moment she commits.4. Access matters.
I offer a range of options — from memberships to digital courses to 1:1 mentorship — so you can choose the level of support that matches your needs and resources.There is no pressure.
There is no judgment.
There is only alignment.

A Note From MeMy work sits at the intersection of scholarship and soul.
I hold space for your story, but I also challenge you, guide you, and help you write with clarity, depth, and honesty.I price my work with integrity, generosity, and deep respect for the women I serve.If something here calls to you, let’s talk it through.Book a Consultation

Book Clarity Intensive

A focused 40-minute conversation for women carrying a bookIf you feel a book inside you but don’t yet know how to approach it—this session is a place to begin in conversation.The Book Clarity Intensive is a 40-minute, one-on-one Zoom session designed to help you:

This is not a coaching program or manuscript critique. It’s a focused, thoughtful conversation—grounded in lived experience, scholarly listening, and respect for the weight of the stories women carry in midlife.Ideal if you:

Session length: 40 minutes (Zoom)
Fee: $75If this kind of support would be helpful, I’d be glad to meet you here.

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Sessions are scheduled after payment to ensure focused, uninterrupted time.

Self-Guided Digital Courses

1. Begin Your Book: A Guided Starter Course

Learn at Your Own Pace • Deepen Your Craft • Grow Your VoiceIf you’re not ready for coaching yet — or if you prefer learning privately and at your own pace — my digital courses and live workshops are designed to guide you through specific aspects of the writing process with clarity, depth, and compassion.These offerings are perfect for women who want structured, transformative learning without the pressure of continual meetings or high-touch mentorship.
Each course blends scholarship, narrative craft, intuitive exploration, and midlife wisdom.You’ll learn not just how to write your book, but how to understand your voice, your truth, and your personal narrative arc.

Clarify your idea, define your book’s purpose, and create a blueprint you can trust.Includes video lessons, worksheets, and a writing plan.Self-paced • Estimated tuition: $197.00

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Coaching and Editorial Packages

Structure • Voice • Clarity • MomentumIf you’re ready to go deeper than self-paced guides and templates — if you want a partner who understands structure, narrative, emotion, and intellectual rigor — these coaching and editorial packages are designed for you.These options support women at every stage of the writing journey:- early idea development
- memoir and nonfiction planning
- chapter-by-chapter coaching
- developmental editing
- full manuscript supportYou don’t have to write this alone.
You deserve guidance that is both scholarly and deeply human.What You’ll Receive
Every coaching or editorial package includes:- A clear writing roadmap tailored to your book
- Voice development support (tone, style, narrative identity)
- Structural guidance (arc, chapters, sequencing, clarity)
- Feedback on pages, chapters, or full drafts
- Email access between sessions for questions + direction
- Emotional and intuitive support during difficult moments
- Honest, compassionate insight on your story’s deeper themes
- A process that blends scholarship, craft, and soulPACKAGE OPTIONSThe Foundation Package — $497.00
Perfect for early-stage clarity.
Includes:
- 1 coaching session
- A story/structure assessment
- A personalized writing plan
- Optional feedback on 1–2 short piecesThe Momentum Package — $1,200.00
For writers who want ongoing accountability and progress.
Includes:
- 4 coaching sessions
- Feedback on up to 20 pages
- Story arc guidance
- Monthly writing assignments
- Email support between sessionsThe Deep Dive (Developmental Coaching) — $2,400.00
For writers ready to shape their book in earnest.
Includes:
- 8 coaching sessions
- Feedback on up to 50 pages
- Full structural mapping
- Chapter outlines
- Deep voice and theme developmentThe Elite Development Package — $4,900.00
For the writer fully committed to her book.
Includes:
- 12 coaching sessions
- Developmental feedback on up to 100 pages
- Complete book structure mapping
- Expanded voice, theme, and emotional arc work
- Support during difficult chapters
- Accountability + momentum throughout the processWho This Is For
Women who:
- are writing a memoir or nonfiction book
- want support that honors both intellect and intuition
- feel overwhelmed by structure or direction
- need accountability and momentum
- are returning to writing after loss, burnout, or transition
- want a compassionate but rigorous guideWhy This Approach Works
I bring 30 years of academic experience — teaching, advising, editing, and guiding writers through complex narratives — and combine it with intuitive, emotional, and deeply human mentorship.This is not generic writing advice.
This is not AI editing or surface-level feedback.This is scholarly storytelling — clear, structured, transformative.Your Investment
Packages begin at $497.00 and scale based on the level of editorial depth and support you desire.We’ll discuss which tier fits your goals during your consultation, no heavy-handed sales pitches; that's just not my style.Ready to begin?
You can schedule a conversation to explore which package is right for you by clicking the button below.Your story matters.
Your voice matters.
Your book begins here.

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The Scholar-Mentor Writing Apprenticeship

Depth • Craft • Truth • TransformationFor the woman who knows she is ready.
Not “someday.”
Not “when life settles.”
Not “when I have more time.”Now.The Scholar-Mentor Writing Apprenticeship is a 12-week, high-touch, deeply immersive mentorship designed to help you write the book you are meant to write — the one shaped by your lived experience, your truth, your wisdom, and your voice.This is the highest level of support I offer.
It is rigorous.
It is intimate.
It is transformative.And it will change your life as much as it changes your writing.What You’ll Experience
- Weekly 1:1 sessions (live, deep, structured)
- Ongoing guidance tailored to your story and emotional journey
- Personalized chapter structure, outline, and narrative arc
- Developmental editing of your pages each week
- Voice coaching grounded in scholarship and intuition
- Narrative identity work (who you become in the writing)
- Accountability that feels nurturing, not pressuring
- Emotional support through the challenging chapters
- Email access between sessions for questions, doubts, or breakthroughsThis is not “writing coaching.”
This is mentorship.
Scholarly.
Human.
Grounded.
Life-changing.Who This Is For
Women who:
- feel a book inside them that is asking to be born
- want structure without losing soul
- are writing memoir or meaningful nonfiction
- have experienced profound personal transformation
- crave emotional safety AND intellectual rigor
- want to write a book they are proud to leave behind
- need both craft guidance and deep personal supportIf you want a guide who can hold both your story and your becoming — this is for you.What’s Different About This Apprenticeship
Most book coaches focus only on craft.
Most spiritual mentors focus only on meaning.
Most editors focus only on technical clarity.I focus on all three — with equal depth:- Craft (structure, arc, clarity, flow)
- Voice (tone, truth, narrative identity)
- Transformation (the inner shift of writing your story)I bring three decades of academic expertise and a lifetime of lived experience to your book.This mentorship is exactly what I needed — and didn’t have — when I was rebuilding my own life and reclaiming my voice.Your Investment
The Apprenticeship includes everything listed above — full structural support, developmental feedback, weekly sessions, and intimate guidance.Regular Tier: $5,500
- Weekly sessions
- Developmental feedback on up to 75 pages
- Full structural arc + chapter blueprint
- Voice, theme, and narrative support
- Email support
- Monthly progress evaluationsPremium Tier: $8,800
- Weekly sessions + 2 extended deep-dive sessions
- Developmental feedback on up to 120 pages
- Full book outline + expanded structural arc
- Priority email + voice memo support
- Additional emotional/spiritual integration work
- Pre-publication guidance (query, proposal strategy, next steps)Both tiers are paid in full or through a payment plan.You do not need to choose a tier before our consultation — we will determine together which level fits your book, your goals, and your timeline, again without any heavy-handed sales pitches (ew... does anybody really enjoy those?).Your Next Step
If you feel the pull — the unmistakable knowing that you’re ready to write the book you were born to write — I invite you to schedule a conversation by clicking the button below.This call is not a sales pitch.
It is a moment of clarity.We talk about your story.
We talk about your voice.
We talk about what you want this book to become.And if the Apprenticeship is the right path, we walk it together.This is your time.
Your voice.
Your legacy.

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The Midlife Storyteller
A Guided Writing Circle for Women 40–70

Connection • Clarity • Accountability • CourageWriting a book in midlife is a sacred act — a reclaiming of voice, truth, identity, and power. But it’s also hard to do alone.The Midlife Storyteller is a 12-week guided writing circle for women who want:- community
- momentum
- clarity
- accountability
- and a safe, supportive space to writeYou bring your lived experience.
You bring your story.
We write, reflect, and grow together.What You’ll Experience
- Weekly live group sessions (90 minutes)
- Guided writing exercises
- Craft lessons adapted from memoir & nonfiction scholarship
- Emotional support and shared insight
- Accountability and gentle structure
- Midweek check-ins to keep you on track
- A private discussion space for the group
- A writing plan tailored to your life and bandwidth
- Optional feedback on short pieces (dependent on group size)You will not feel lost.
You will not feel rushed.
You will not feel alone.Who This Program Is Perfect For
Women who:
- have always wanted to write a book but didn’t know where to begin
- want community and connection while they write
- are rebuilding or reinventing their lives
- want a safe space to reflect, share, and explore
- are navigating midlife transitions
- want to be witnessed as they find their voice
- need momentum, accountability, and structureThis is the space where women come alive on the page.What Makes This Program Unique
It blends academic clarity with intuitive depth:- Academic-Elegant Framework
(structure, craft, narrative skills)- Mystical-Reflective Guidance
(voice, intuition, emotional honesty)- Midlife Wisdom
(lived experience becomes art)- Group Transformation
(shared truth, shared courage)This is not a workshop.
This is a writing sanctuary.Your Investment
The Midlife Storyteller Program runs for 12 weeks.
The investment varies depending on group size and level of participation.Current Tuition:
- Standard Tier: $997.00
- Premium Tier: $1,497.00 (includes extended feedback + 2 private sessions)Payment plans are available.Ready to Join Us?
This program fills on a first-come basis and is capped for intimacy and depth. If you’d like to explore whether the Midlife Storyteller is the right container for your writing, schedule a conversation by clicking the button below.Your voice deserves to be witnessed.
Your story deserves to be written.
Your midlife is just beginning.

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Digital Courses Coming Soon

2. Write Your Midlife Memoir
A deep dive into memoir structure, emotional honesty, narrative identity, and voice.For women who want to write the book only they can write.Self-paced or hybrid • Estimated tuition: $247.00–$497.003. Craft for Nonfiction Writers
A scholarly, highly practical course on clarity, structure, flow, and narrative logic.Perfect for prescriptive nonfiction, hybrid memoir, or professional storytelling.Self-paced • Estimated tuition: $97.00–$247.00Workshops
These live workshops are held periodically throughout the year and require no long-term commitment.Finding Your Voice (Live Workshop)
A 2–3 hour session exploring narrative voice, tone, and authenticity.Tuition: $47.00–$97.00Discover Your Story’s Arc (Live Workshop)
Map the emotional and structural shape of your book in real time.Tuition: $67.00–$127.00The Midlife Writing Reset
A half-day workshop for women who need clarity, courage, and a reset in their writing life.Tuition: $97.00–$197.00Why Digital Learning Works
These offerings are perfect if you want:- flexible, no-pressure learning
- tools you can revisit anytime
- structure without meetings
- to grow your confidence before investing in mentorship
- to learn privately, quietly, reflectively
- to understand the craft behind your story
- access to my teaching and scholarship at a lower costYou’ll never feel rushed.
You’ll never feel behind.
You’ll always have access to what you need.Want to Be Notified When Courses Open?
If you want early access, special pricing, or first notice when a workshop launches, join my email list or schedule a conversation.This is learning on your terms — structured, accessible, transformative.

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The Midlife Writer’s Circle
A Monthly Community for Women 40–70

Consistency • Connection • Courage • CraftWriting a book is a long journey — profound, transformative, and sometimes lonely.
But you don’t have to do it alone.The Midlife Writer’s Circle is a monthly membership community for women who want:- ongoing support
- weekly writing momentum
- connection with other midlife writers
- gentle accountability
- craft instruction
- emotional grounding
- and a space to show up as themselvesThis is your writing home — a sanctuary for your voice.What’s Included Each Month
Weekly Writing Room (Live on Zoom)
A quiet, structured writing session where we show up together, focus, and make progress.Monthly Craft Lesson
A live (or recorded) session on a specific writing skill — structure, voice, openings, pacing, emotional truth, etc.Midlife Reflection Prompts
Thoughtful, scholar-crafted prompts that connect your lived experience with your writing.Community Discussion Space
A private online space (email-based or hosted elsewhere) for sharing progress, asking questions, and connecting with others.Quarterly “Story Check-In” Sessions
A group evaluation and recalibration process — where are you, what’s working, what’s shifting, and what needs support?Seasonal Workshops (Discounted or Included)
Members receive early access or special pricing for any live workshop I teach during the year.Who This is For
Women who:- want gentle accountability
- crave community and connection
- need a reason to show up to the page each week
- are juggling midlife responsibilities, caregiving, recovery, work, or reinvention
- want craft development without the intensity of 1:1 mentorship
- enjoy learning in community
- want to feel seen, supported, and encouragedIf you’ve been longing for a writing community that feels mature, grounded, safe, and smart — this is it.Why This Works
This membership blends:- Structure (weekly writing rooms)
- Craft (monthly lessons)
- Reflection (midlife-focused prompts)
- Community (shared journey and connection)
- Accountability (consistent support)
- Compassion (a space where your story matters)It keeps you writing — week after week — without burnout or overwhelm.And it meets you exactly where you are.Your Membership Investment
The Midlife Writer’s Circle is designed to be accessible and sustainable.Monthly: $47.00
Quarterly: $127.00
Annual: $497.00 (best value)Members can cancel anytime.Ready to Join?
If you'd like to explore whether the Writer’s Circle is the right container for your writing life, you can schedule a conversation by clicking the button below.You are not meant to write your story alone.
Your voice deserves community.
Your writing deserves care.

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