Forward Motion Writing Services
Struggling to shape your story? Unsure if it’s even worth telling?
✔︎ You've scaled Everest, pedaled thousands of miles, or swam across the Atlantic. Or maybe you hike the same path every day, noticing the slow and constant changes. Your experiences have changed you, and you want to share your lessons with the world.
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✔︎ You're a thoughtful writer with half-finished drafts, vague ideas, or a strong sense that your story matters but no clear way to bring it to life or what to do once it's written.
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✔︎ Your physical challenges pushed you out of a rut, gave you focus, helped you envision a business and built the confidence and resolve to make your dreams a reality. Now you want to share what you learned with your clients, your family, or anyone looking for a path forward.
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✔︎ You want to feel proud of your writing.
An MFA can cost $35,000-$70,000 and still not teach the fundamentals of selling your writing and working with editors. Not speaking to a professional who can guide you can cost over ten years of trial and error.
My clients have landed “regular contributor” status, been accepted into MFA programs, finally finished their books, and received their first bylines within months, without feeling burnt out or hating their writing.
Story Strategy Session
A 60‑MINUTE, CRAFT‑FOCUSED STRATEGY SESSION FOR WRITERS WHO FEEL CALLED TO TELL A STORY BUT AREN’T SURE WHAT IT IS YET — OR WHAT TO DO WITH IT.
This session is for you if:
✔︎ You’ve been told, “You should write a book,” but don’t know what that book actually is.
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✔︎ You have experiences, ideas, or fragments — but no clear narrative.
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✔︎ You’re unsure whether your idea works best as an article, essay, or long‑form project.
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✔︎ You've considered a writing coach, have looked at or maybe even taken a class or two, but don't know if you're ready to invest — or where to put your focus.
What’s Included
What We'll Do Together
In this hour-long session, we’ll focus on craft, clarity, and direction.
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You’ll leave with:
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✔︎ A clear articulation of your strongest story idea
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✔︎ An understanding of the narrative arc — what drives it, where the tension lives, and why it matters
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✔︎ Insight into what form best serves the story (article, essay, book, or something else)
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✔︎ A realistic next‑step writing strategy tailored to you
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✔︎ Greater confidence in your voice and instincts as a writer
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How This Session Is Different
I don't approach your work (just) as a writing coach with a formula.
I enter it as a literary, book, and magazine editor and storyteller who has spent 18 years asking:
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✔︎ What is this really about?
✔︎ Why does it matter now?
✔︎ What’s the most honest and compelling way to tell it?
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That perspective helps writers stop second‑guessing and start writing with intention.
Session Details
How does this work?
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Length: 60 minutes, plus prep work
Format: Google Meet (unless local to Western Montana)
Investment: $200
Who it's for: Writers at any stage who want clarity and direction, adventurers who aren't sure if they're ready to call themselves writers
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Check out the next steps below to learn the process. If you want to continue your coaching with me to receive editing support and writing coaching, we can discuss that as you feel comfortable. For now, let's focus on your strategy.
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Next Steps
BOOK A CALL
We will kick off work by scheduling a 1-hour strategy session.
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(Still unsure? A 15-minute consult is obligation free. Click here to schedule.)
FILL OUT A QUICK INTAKE FORM
You’ll be prompted to share a bit about your project, upload a writing sample, and (if applicable) pay a deposit.
MEET AND CONNECT
We’ll discuss your goals, project, and more to find a sellable narrative arc and develop a writing and publishing plan. If you need more guidance, we can move onto the following steps, but there is never any pressure.
CREATE A GAME PLAN
We’ll outline next steps tailored to your writing needs, pacing goals and workflow to maintain momentum without burnout.
CONTINUE WORKING TOGETHER
You'll continue to send me drafts and we'll meet biweekly to review your work, talk through feedback, and keep your writing moving forward.
Testimonials
My Promise
I promise to meet you where you are — with encouragement, empathy and honesty. I’m here to guide you with practical tools, compassionate feedback, and creative momentum. You’ll always receive thoughtful support, clear communication, and a coaching experience tailored to your goals.
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If something feels off or you’re stuck in the mud (it happens!), I’ll work with you to realign and keep your creative writing wheels turning. This is a creative partnership — and your growth is my mission.