Do you have the feeling that you have something to “say”—but you aren’t quite sure what it is yet?

Maybe it’s something short and personal. Or long and theoretical. Maybe it’s both. Or something else entirely.

Figuring out what form a piece of writing is going to take can be confounding. And that uncertainty can be frustrating. Liminal space—the place of not-knowing—is mysterious. We can lose energy in this space, and even lose touch with the person who had something to “say” in the first place. But it’s also where energy can build, quietly. And from there the magic is invited in.

This kind of up-and-down, found-then-lost journey is natural, though. I’d venture to say that it is fundamental to the creative process, whether your work of art is an 800-word opinion piece or an 800-page creative non-fiction title.

So that’s my truncated “get real” talk.

Hang on, now, while I grab my pompoms.

You’ve got this.

(And I’m going to help.)

Your Essential Voice

Before we begin our work together, we spend time in conversation, getting to know the creator you have summoned.

In whatever style appeals to you—on the page or through video or audio calls; together or asynchronously—at whatever pace works for you, we uncover the form of what you want to say by inviting in the person who is there to say it.

When every aspect of your creative self feels welcome, both your medium and your voice are clarified. From there, making the thing feels effortless. (Okay, yes, there will be effort, but it will be the good kind!)

I bring my own voice to my work, to be sure. Clients have called me many things over the years, from Fairy Godmother to the Sphinx, and even Harriet the Spy, once (don’t ask!). But the one thing I have never been called is artificial. That’s also my goal for you—and your creative work.

Is using your voice your goal as well?

I would be honored for you to join me and see.

Testimonials

“Frances helped me through every stage of the writing process to craft pieces that were thoughtful, engaging, and concise. Her edits and suggestions allowed me to refine my work in a way that enhanced my voice as a writer and truly showcased me as a person.”

“Throughout the process, I found that I struggled with writing meaningful conclusions for my essays; Frances encouraged me to internalize and reflect on my essay topics, and then helped me to find the words to convey what those experiences had meant to me. I'm so grateful for all of her help!”

“Frances was a godsend. I had a great experience working with her. She was immensely helpful brainstorming a variety of essay topics. She is a gifted editor, enhancing the work while maintaining my voice.”

“Frances has a wonderful rapport with teenagers. She was able to keep my daughter sane and on track to complete her essays. With Frances’ careful and thoughtful questioning and probing, my daughter was able to respond to essay questions on a deeper level with much more thought and introspection. The arduous essay process became an interesting exercise in self discovery under Frances’ guidance and help.“