Author Coaching

Hi!

I’m Kalen.

I’m a full-time, multi-genre author and writing coach. I have been writing fiction for over a decade. I specialize in short fiction (flash fiction, short stories, and novellas) and self-publishing. I’ve published multiple books and been featured in anthologies. I have my Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a specialization in entrepreneurship.

I help writers with:

• Their writing process:

  • Discovering the outlining technique (snowflake method, save the cat, simplified story sheets) that works best for you

  • Narrowing down the scope of your story when too many ideas are crowding in

  • Brainstorming when there are not enough ideas

  • Figuring out your ideal writing routine that best suits your time and goals

• The basics of craft:

  • Developing a fleshed-out plot

  • Realistic dialogue that flows

  • Relatable characters with depth

  • Atmospheric settings

  • Using allusion for world-building

    • Edits on a short piece are included for a hands-on example of how to improve your writing

• How to finish stories:

  • When writer’s block has got you stuck

  • When imposter syndrome or your inner critic creeps in

  • When motivation vanishes

  • When you’re not sure which step is next or how to fix the story to move forward

• What to do once the story is finished:

  • How to find the right editor

  • How to know when your story is polished enough

  • How to publish your book on Amazon and other retailer sites

  • How to build and maintain your author newsletter

  • How to do the basics of marketing

What I’m unable to help with:

• The traditional publishing path

• In-depth editing of long pieces (over 15k)

• In-depth marketing

• Academic writing