​The 12-Week Memoir Mentoring Programme

This is a focused, supportive journey designed to help you move from ideas and fragments to a clear, coherent manuscript.

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Over 12 weeks, we will:

• identify the heart and focus of your story

• decide what period of your life to write about and who it’s for

• create a clear structure and realistic writing plan

• develop a regular writing habit

• work with memory, detail, and voice to bring scenes to life

 

I help you see the big picture first, then guide you through the details without losing momentum.

 

How we work together:

• Weekly one-on-one sessions (in person or via Zoom)

• Writing exercises and prompts between sessions

• You email your work to me for thoughtful written feedback

• Reading excerpts from other memoirs where helpful

 

By the end of the programme, you will have clarity, confidence, and a substantial draft — and a way forward to finish.

 

Who this is for:

This programme is for you if:

• your life feels full of stories but overwhelming to shape

• you’re stuck halfway through a manuscript

• you want guidance that is structured, sensitive, and practical

 

You don’t need to be a “writer”. You need curiosity, commitment, and a story you want to honour.

 

Practicalities:

• Duration: 12 weeks

• Format: In person (Auckland) or online

• Pace: Gentle but purposeful

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Investment:

The 12-week Memoir Mentoring Programme is offered as a complete, one-on-one package.

Investment: NZD $3,000
Places are limited each year to allow for focused, attentive work.

If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, I’m happy to talk it through before you commit.

 

Get in touch

If you feel ready to begin — or return to — your memoir, I’d love to hear from you.
Contact me for a conversation about whether this programme is right for you.