Strategic Partnership for Authors and Writers
Whether you are drafting your first novel or polishing a collection of short stories, the journey is better when shared. As a strategic partner, Linda helps writers clarify their goals, strengthen their storytelling craft, and build professional confidence.
Our Collaborative Writing Framework
Want to exchange perspectives with other writers?
Want to hone your craft with the help of community?
Want to refine your voice, style, and storytelling choices?
Do you enjoy the synergistic element of a small, intimate group?
Refine Your Storytelling with Craft Chat
Linda finds collaboration with other writers to be not only rewarding but also inspirational on a level she hasn’t encountered any other way. This is why she established Craft Chat several years ago when she served as a board member for a local affiliate of a national writer’s organization.
Now, Linda hosts monthly Craft Chat meetings with a dual purpose:
- Provide an informal but organized environment for writers to chat about the craft of writing and their continued progress.
- Facilitate the creation of connection on a personal basis, one that each writer can choose for himself/herself without pressure.
Is Collaborative Development the Right Choice?
You want thoughtful feedback on fiction or nonfiction from a published author.
You are struggling to finish a project and need accountability and structure.
You want to refine your voice, style, and storytelling choices.
You value honest, kind guidance from someone who understands both the creative and business sides of writing.
Why Collaborate with Linda?
Experience You Can Rely On
Linda brings decades of experience as a novelist and freelance writer, with published fiction, nonfiction, short stories, magazine articles, and a monthly newspaper column—as well as extensive instructional work in the insurance industry.
- Published Author: Linda has been writing and publishing across multiple formats and genres for decades, giving her a broad perspective on the writing process.
- Seasoned Instructor: Years of teaching and course creation means Linda will ensure that feedback is structured, clear, and geared toward real progress.
- Practical & Encouraging: Linda balances honest critique with empathy, helping everyone improve their work without losing enthusiasm.
Your Next Step: A Free Consultation
An initial conversation with Linda is your opportunity to explore whether collaboration with Linda and/or the Craft Chat group is a good fit. No preparation or commitment is required for this 20-minute Zoom call. We’ll simply discuss your current situation and the desired direction for your writing.
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