Working with Me

I support writers at all stages of their process – from the budding to the experienced.

Workshops

My workshops are fun, inclusive, and focused on building confidence and exploring ideas. I run regular sessions (both online and at various venues) that anyone can join, and I can also tailor workshops for writing groups, libraries, community centres, or your very unique requirements.

Topics include: elements of story (character, plot, dialogue, motivation, point of view, setting, and theme), writing taboo, stereotypes vs. archetypes, story structure and framing devices, and anything else (writing related) that you may wish to explore.

Contact me if you would like a quote or more information.

Tremendous fun. Light mood, engaging, evenly shared amongst participants, non-judgemental, and a safe environment.

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Manuscript Assessment

I provide assessments of manuscripts (fiction or non-fiction) between 50,000 and 150,000 words.

I work with most genres of fiction and non-fiction. Assessments include a feedback report, addressing the manuscript’s strengths and areas for improvements, and a one hour phone consultation. The price is $20 per 1,000 words for collections or novels between 50,000 and 150,000 words (i.e. a 100,000 novel would cost $2,000).

Mentorship

Mentorships are for writers of all experiences who would like support on their writing journeys, or who wish to achieve specific writing goals (like completing a novel). The first step is an initial meeting (30 minutes) to clarify support requirements. Clear goals are essential to getting the most out of a mentorship. We will then work together to develop a plan, and I will (gently) hold you accountable to your goals.

The support provided depends on your needs, but will generally include coaching sessions (weekly), tutoring, resources, and general feedback on up-to 100,000 words of writing. Contact me for more information.

Principles

Writing is for everyone and everyone can write. This does not mean that everyone can become a professional writer, but everyone can find joy in writing.

Writing can be fun, therapy, or work. I work with people to help them get the most from their writing journey.

Everyone can develop their writing. For some people this might mean improving their technical skills, and for others it might mean fine tuning their voice.

The first step is an initial chat, so please send me an email and tell me a bit about yourself, your writing experience, and the project you’d like me to support.

Email mihanicolescu@gmail.com