Words Matter...
Make yours count!
FIND YOUR PATH
Every writer's journey is unique. Writing (along with many other creative endeavors) can be both something we feel drawn to, and also something that frustrates us while leaving us doubtful that we are up to the task we've assigned ourselves. (See my essay, The Paradox, for more about this.)
I founded Words Matter Creative Writing to help writers and other creatives pursue their artistic dreams.
Whether you're crafting fiction, creative non-fiction, memoir, or a family history, Words Matter is here to help guide you along your own creative path.
Get started by reading the descriptions below and choosing which of the options resonates most fully with your creative, artistic, or self-discovery vision.
What kind of writer are you?
Start here to discover your path...
Are you...
LITERARY
The Storyteller & Wordsmith
You have a creative streak and stories to tell. You want to learn more about the artistic process and develop your craft.
Whether you wish to write short fiction, a treatment for an indy (or feature) film, creative non-fiction, or that Great American novel you're tired of putting off until "some day," you can say with certainty: I want to write, and write well!
Or, are you...
LEGACY
The Memory Keeper & Family Historian
You want to tell the story of your own life, your family's history, or other tales you wish to preserve for your family, friends, and future generations.
You'd like your words to become a lasting gift...your Legacy of Words.
GHOSTWRITING
Your story, professionally told! (By a human, not Artificial Intelligence.)
With more than a decade working as a ghostwriter, I will write your story, in your voice, capturing your memories, wisdom, and experiences in a narrative you'll be excited to share.
Ghostwriting services include:
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Interviews and research
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A professional manuscript
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The opportunity to correct, revise, and edit
COLLABORATION
Write your story yourself, with expert support from an experienced writer and educator. We will work together to craft, develop, expand, and refine your writing as you mine the depths of your experience.
Legacy Writing collaboration includes:
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Writing instruction
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Prompts and exercises to inspire writing
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Developmental guidance
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Revision and editing assistance
FOR LITERARY &
LEGACY WRITERS
GUIDED SELF-PUBLISHING
Your words deserve a beautifully published book in which they can reside! With a guided self-publishing agreement via Words Matter, the dream of publishing a book can be a reality. I'll guide you every step of the way until your book is born, and ready to be purchased or given as gifts to friends and family.
Guided Self-Publishing includes:
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Editorial Services
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Cover and book interior design (typesetting)
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Distribution, retail sales, and ISBN assistance
Guided self-publishing is a lower-cost alternative to the predatory practices of vanity publishing.