Writing and Editing A deeply intuitive writer and editor of both fiction and non-fiction, I have experience of guiding projects from the delicate fledgling stages, right through to publication.
I am currently working on a young adult fantasy trilogy. For more years than I care to remember these characters have been whispering in my ear. A transcontinental adventure, set against the backdrop of grounded planes and global crisis, the themes feel prescient in our current climate. The time is right to tell this story. See my Blog page for a sneak preview of the opening chapter. Enquiries from agents and publishers are welcomed.
“Danielle’s guidance and editing skills were key in the creation of my book, ‘There is Light and Only Light: Teachings to Illuminate Your Inner Journey’. Danielle’s vision and clear determination, together with her talent, made me feel very confident and well taken care of all through the process of giving birth to the book.“
Gemma Polo, Spain
Gemma’s book was published by Watkins in 2020. To learn more click here: There is Light and only Light - Gemma Polo (gemmapolopujol.com)
Writing Workshops and Mentoring I am particularly skilled at helping people re-connect with their creativity, having made that difficult journey myself. I ran a monthly drop-in group at Brighton Buddhist Centre between 2005-2012, and have taught internationally, both in-person and online. I am available to run creative writing workshops for up to twenty participants. I also offer mentoring to budding writers both in person and online.
See the Blog page for a writing extract from one of my students, Odelia Weinberg Peri. Odelia is writing a memoir of her father’s mental illness and death. Enquiries from agents and publishers are welcomed.
Writing workshops from £200 per 2 hour workshop – £500 full day
Mentoring £90 inclusive of a 1-hour meeting either online or in person and feedback on up to 30 pages (further pages charged at £1 per page).
“It was a new experience for me, to open up and share in a writing group. Danielle was a good teacher, reassuring and encouraging and responsive to all. It was gentle and fun and enabled me to access deeper emotional places than usual. I'd recommend anyone give it a go.”
Nikhil Padayachi, Kenilworth, UK
“My experience of working with Danielle is first of all, one of trust. She was the first person with whom I shared my memoir. Whenever I receive her feedback, I am struck by Danielle’s empathy and the respect with which she approaches my work. At the same time, she has a keen ear for holding and conveying the reader’s experience, the way a story develops, when something essential comes across and when it is missing. My experience of working with her has been intimate, enriching and confidence-building.”
Odelia Weinberg Peri, Tel Aviv, Israel