Writing can be exhilarating and rewarding, and it can be frustrating. Sometimes, it’s hard to see the woods for the trees, the plot for the chapters, the structure for the ideas. With many years’ experience writing poetry, essays, a dissertation and a thesis, stories and longer fiction, I can guide you in your writing journey, helping to make the process more productive and enjoyable. Don’t go it alone, there are so many inspiring ways to move forward with your writing.
mentoring for creative writers
Guidance and advice for writers of poetry, fiction, and memoir. Shedding light on the vagaries of the writing process and making your writing time as enjoyable and productive as it can be.
mentoring for academic writers
Tips and hints on making your chapters and essays as persuasive as possible, getting more of your voice into your work, making your research more citable, and tackling procrastination.
manuscript feedback
Clear and thoughtful feedback on your work-in-progress following a close reading, with clear goals and suggestions aimed at helping you capture your vision clearly and imaginatively on the page.
Reviews
Jo Williams – Senior Lecturer, Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
Getting out into nature has been so important to practice and more so since I have been working remotely, as I can sit inside all day if I am not careful. I loved Kim’s forest bathe activity and it has encouraged me to get out into my garden during the day a bit more or take a neighbourhood walk and take in all the surroundings through a different lens.
Louise Dobson – PhD researcher, University of Sussex
As a facilitator, Kim created a positive, supportive environment that grew into a genuine community over the time of the retreat. Her discussions on writing craft were led with a light touch that delivered substance without feeling classroom-y. Overall, the writing retreat was a positive and productive experience that has boosted my commitment to my PhD project.
Anna S. – poet and fiction writer
Kim’s feedback is always spot-on and delivered with insight and kindness. She doesn’t shy away from pointing out what needs more work, but is also keen to celebrate what has already been achieved. Her keen eye has often steered me in a better direction, and just sharing thoughts and concerns with her makes the work seem much more do-able. She has a skill for responding with empathy and acceptance, while also rooting for the work to be the best it can be.
Kim Lasky 