Hello, dear writer! Our current participants are working on: memoirs, hybrid memoirs, blogs, personal essays, and book proposals. I’d love to learn about your project! With an MFA in Nonfiction Writing from Sarah Lawrence College, I model my feedback on my experience of excellence in that program.
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Course #1: Writing Coaching Via Email — Currently accepting ongoing signups!
Offered in 4-week blocks that repeat monthly throughout 2024.
Get the chance to have constructive feedback (developmental editing) on your writing. Up to 2,000 words per month.
– Self-paced submissions means that you set the pace for sending work in. It can be weekly or all 2,000 words at once.
– Receive email support for your questions & get weekly writing tips.
– Sign up for consecutive months to receive ongoing support. Craft your story, bring it to publication, discuss marketing, or meet other goals you may have.
Course fee is $125/month
To sign up for next month: Use this button to request a payment link: Contact Cynthia
Course #2: Writing Coaching via Zoom!
Get the chance to have constructive feedback (developmental editing) weekly on your writing. Read your work out loud. Interact with other writers on Zoom — be part of a community as you write! Share work with Cynthia each week for feedback, with a monthly goal of 2,000 words. Self-paced submissions means that you set the pace for sending work in. It can be weekly, all 2,000 words at once, or something in between. Receive email support for your questions & get weekly writing tips.
Next class: Please inquire about upcoming Zooms for 2024. Not all are listed.
Offered in 4-week blocks that repeat regularly. Sign up for consecutive months to receive ongoing support. Craft your story, bring it to publication, discuss marketing, or meet other goals you may have.
All small-group Zoom sessions occur 2 Thursdays per month, 3 pm, ET.
Zoom is 60-90 minutes, depending on group size. 5 students max.
Fee: $150.
Contact Cynthia to sign up or ask questions. Request a payment link to secure your spot!
All of my courses and interactions are shaped for maximum benefit to you. I provide a space that is safe and encouraging. I offer constructive feedback to help you sharpen your craft. I am on your side and believe in the power of sharing personal, vulnerable stories that invite readers close in. I will challenge you to “go there,” into the vulnerable material. Because that’s where the story magic lives!
Email “please register,” and we’ll send you a payment link: Contact Cynthia
What participants are saying:
“Cynthia Yoder is an excellent writer, an excellent editor, and an excellent writing instructor. I recommend her services.”
Joan Detz, author, How To Write & Give A Speech (St. Martin’s Press, “A how-to classic” – The Washington Post)
“Thank you so much for your help this month with this new project! Your notes and edits were invaluable.”
—Heather McLoud, author, heathermcloudauthor.com
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Why Study with Cynthia?
I’m passionate about helping you bring your ideas and stories to life. I’ve worked as an editor / writer / consultant / and as a coach, and I bring all of these hats when I work with you on a project!
Please email any questions and to learn if this is a good fit for you.
Writing blessings!
Cynthia