Why take on a mentor?
The mentoring process is a meeting of minds… a safe, collaborative and nurturing space where you can explore ideas, share your writing, and receive gentle guidance without any pressure.
All of my mentoring is done on a one-to-one basis, either by video call or in person. We meet initially for a free 30-minute ‘getting to know you’ session, to mutually establish if we will work well together.
Once we get started, the only thing you need to bring is your imagination.
Work out where you want to go with your writing...
“I was a bit lost, and Louise helped me work out what I wanted to achieve. I am now submitting more regularly to journals and competitions.”
Define a clear set of goals and work towards them ...
“Our approach was for me to send Louise a story before each session for her to give analysis and feedback. I went away with clear ideas on what to work on. The sessions were relaxed and enjoyable, but always had a clear focus.”
Take things to the next level...
“Perhaps the biggest milestone of all was my decision to apply to do an MA in Creative Writing. Louise helped me with my personal statement and helped me to select the best pieces for my portfolio. I was accepted at Warwick University.”
How mentoring works…
We’ll agree a set number of sessions, having initially worked out what you want to get from mentoring. You can shape the course of your time with me according to your own particular vision: previous mentees have wanted help with editing their work, suggestions for submitting to literary journals, and insider knowledge on how to get published.
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