the Writers' Collaborative · Reading, MA
the Writers' Clinic.
On-demand, one-on-one coaching with an expert lead, in person at the Writers' Collaborative or via Zoom. Arrive with questions, leave with solutions. The Clinic is open to non-members. Studio Members receive 20% off. Clinic sessions are included, at no additional cost, for Journey Members.
Personalized writing support
On-demand, one-on-one coaching with an expert lead, available daytime and evening throughout the week. Sessions run in person at the Writers' Collaborative or via Zoom. We'll match you with an expert lead based on your needs.
Each session is $250, including our thorough preparation and the session itself. Studio Members receive 20% off. Clinic sessions are included for Journey Members, with their dedicated writing coach.
How we can work together
Your session is personalized to you and your writing. Things we can work through include:
- ✓ Getting started in writing and building a writing routine
- ✓ Beginning a new project
- ✓ Outlining and drafting
- ✓ Story structure support
- ✓ Editing and revision
- ✓ Character development
- ✓ Genre-specific strategies
- ✓ Project management and accountability
- ✓ Publishing pathways
- ✓ Developing and maintaining readership
How a session works
Four steps from booking to the session itself, whether you're a member or new to the center.
Book your session
Choose a Writers' Clinic time on our calendar, whichever works best for you.
We confirm your session
We'll reach out within 24 hours to confirm your session and collect any materials you'd like us to review. That's also when you let us know whether you'd prefer to meet in person at the Writers' Collaborative or via Zoom. If you haven't worked with us before, this conversation is how we learn about you and your writing, so we can personalize your experience.
Send your materials
Please send materials, questions, or anything you want us to review at least 48 hours ahead of your session. If you're sending more than twenty pages, please send your materials at least five days prior to ensure we have enough time to review them.
Your session
One hour, one-on-one, in person at the Writers' Collaborative or via Zoom, whichever you chose. We work through what you brought and you leave with concrete next steps.
Choose a Writers' Clinic time
After you book, we'll be in touch within 24 hours to confirm your session and collect any materials you'd like us to review.
Journey Members work with a dedicated writing coach on an ongoing basis, with their Writers' Clinic sessions included. You can read more about that below. Studio Members receive 20% off every session. Compare memberships.
If you need to cancel or reschedule a session you've booked, let us know. We'll credit your session and move it to a time that works better for you.
Ongoing sessions with a dedicated coach
Our Journey membership includes an ongoing coaching engagement, through the Writers' Clinic, with a dedicated writing coach. Journey Members start at “Base Camp,” an exclusive session where you and your coach map out your goals. From there, your coach serves as your thought partner, providing expert guidance and accountability along your journey, no matter where it takes you.
Not sure whether the Clinic is right for you?
We'll set up a brief phone call to learn about your project and goals and discuss how a session might help. If you'd rather work with the same coach on an ongoing basis, that's Journey membership.
Questions about the Clinic? Email info@writersclc.com or call (781) 663-2800