Every story has the power to move us.
— Ela | Artium Creative

Guidance in writing for writers, who want to become authors

Strengthen your craft, expand your writing skills, embody the writer you already are and publish the book you have always dreamed of.

Writing is rather messy and unpredictable. Writers circle back to earlier drafts to revise ideas, they rethink structure or even start over entirely. Some days the words don’t flow or the beginning won’t come while the middle unravels as you write the end. This is part of the craft.

Progress doesn’t always look like forward motion, yet à chaque passage, with every pass, and every return to the page, you are one step closer in a path to becoming a published author.

For writers, a human guidance provides clarity when ideas feel tangled or support when progress stalls. Through structured sessions and ongoing assistance, you gain the tools to write better and fully embody your identity as an author.

If you are ready to take the next step on your writing journey, choose the path that best fits your needs.

Helping Writers Write

Writing takes many forms, and so does the path to becoming an author. I support you wherever you are on your journey.

On Writing – guided writing sessions focused on refining your craft and advancing your story
Confident Writer – identity-focused sessions to build self-trust, particularly attuned to the needs of non-native writers

For writers ready to deepen their craft and embody authorship.
Explore Helping Writers Write

Writing Sur Mesure

I craft story elements for you to help you progress with your specific project.

Outlines – tailored scene and story outlines
Profiles – bespoke character and world-building profiles
Ghostwriting – work-for-hire writing services

For writers seeking fully written and ready-to-use story elements.
Explore Writing Sur Mesure

Writing guidance for writers

Guidance for writers ready to shape their voice and their story.

Writing is all about shaping ideas and telling stories; it encourages reflection and moves and guides readers. Translating ideas into pages, and pages into a finished work can be challenging and a dedicated guidance can make a difference.

Through one-to-one sessions I help writers develop consistency and build confidence. I specialise in guiding non-native writers to discover leur voix authentique, their authentic voice, and embrace their multicultural richness.

I help you write better, move your work forward and shift your identity, so you can become the author you have always wanted to be.

Writing for writers is the right place for you, if you:

are struggling to move your manuscript or ideas forward
want to move beyond AI-generated writing and return to the originality of your voice with a human guidance
feel isolated in your writing process and miss human support
are unsure how to progress from outline to draft, doubting whether your writing is ‘good enough’
feel overwhelmed before you even start creating or lose momentum after initial excitement
are looking to strengthen your authorial confidence and eager to refine your narrative style

Helping Writers Write

Writing is both an art and a journey. Through two distinct pathways: On Writing and Confident Writer, I invite you to explore both the craft and the self, in order to advance your stories while deepening trust in your own voice.

Every atelier-style session is designed to help you uncover and embody the writer you already are.

On Writing – training sessions focused on skill-building and progressing your story
Confident Writer – guided sessions to empower identity shift and build confidence as a writer

Writing atelier for aspiring writers: guided sessions to move your story forward

Do you feel overwhelmed by too many ideas, unsure which to pursue? Or perhaps you have begun writing, only to hit a wall, not knowing what comes next and you do not want to turn to AI-generated advice?

Many writers reach this point and often, all it takes to move forward is a fresh perspective, un regard neuf, of someone who asks the right questions to guide you back to the heart of your story. That is where I step in to help you refine your craft and deepen your awareness of your identity as an author.

On Writing is a results-focused training. You begin by selecting one of your own stories, which becomes the focus of our atelier-style sessions. Together, we explore ideas and make practical changes in order to advance your story. Sessions are tailored to your needs to help you recognise your strengths.

Throughout the training, you also undertake practical exercises to strengthen your writing skills, apply new techniques and build consistency in your practice. Every session is structured to ensure that, week by week, your story develops steadily and your confidence as a writer grows.

If you are still exploring your voice, we can experiment with genres and styles until you discover what feels most authentic to you. At every stage we focus on helping you achieve results while preserving the joy and discovery of writing.

Disclaimer | On Writing services – Helping Writers Write

To ensure real progress and a lasting change, my results-based training plans begin with a minimum commitment of three months.

Identity shift guidance with dedicated support for non-native writers.

Do you find yourself thinking “I am not good enough to become a writer?” Or perhaps you fear what others think of your style, which makes receiving feedback difficult? Writer’s block, imposter syndrome or simply a lack of confidence in your skills can feel overwhelming when faced alone, but it doesn’t have to be a discouraging journey.

If you struggle to trust the writer within you or find it difficult to take the steps you know you should, I can provide tailored support.

Confident Writer offers a structured space to explore and strengthen your identity as a writer. During each session, you reflect on your practice and gradually build trust in your own voice. This allows you to separate yourself from your writing so that critique feels constructive rather than personal.

The sessions also cover practical exercises, writing reflections and opportunities to share and receive feedback in a safe environment to cultivate confidence in a sustainable way.

Confident Writer training is especially valuable for non-native writers. Many of you may still wonder whether you truly belong to the literary world, while some of you may seek permission to write in a language that is not your own or to incorporate your cultural heritage into your narratives. You might ask, “Is it possible for me to become an author and gain recognition in the global market?” The answer is oui, c’est possible. With my guidance and the right approach, developing confidence as a writer becomes an attainable and rewarding process.

Disclaimer | Confident Writer services for Helping Writers Write

To ensure real progress and a lasting change, my guided training plans begin with a minimum commitment of three months.

Not sure where to start or which of the above services would fit you best? Reach out and let’s see how you can advance on your writing journey.

Writing Sur Mesure

Writing begins with an idea, yet giving shape to that vision can feel challenging at times. With tailored story elements I help you transform your fragmented concepts into a clear foundation on which your story can grow.

Outlines – tailored scene and story outlines
Profiles – bespoke character and world-building profiles
Ghostwriting – work-for-hire writing services practical, done-for-you narratives that help you progress with your specific project

Tailored scene and story outlines written for you to move your story forward.

Are you seeking structural clarity or a practical framework to advance your plot? Or perhaps you are unsure which concept will best elevate your narrative and unlock its full potential?

I will draft an outline for a scene or chapter to help you bring your ideas to life on the page. With my guidance and a clear plan, you can move your manuscript forward.

Disclaimer | Tailored story elements – Writing Sur Mesure

The tailored story elements listed in Writing Sur Mesure for writers are all separate, one-off purchases. Once completed, the final custom written product is delivered as agreed with no recurring commitments.

Every story benefits from fully realised characters and world building profiles.

Do you want to add depth and dimension to your work? Perhaps the world you have built or the characters you have brought to life feel incomplete?

I create detailed character profiles (such as: personality traits, backstory sketches, relationships, motivations and dynamics) tailored precisely to your story and genre. I also craft world-building profiles and establish the physical and emotional tone most relevant to your narrative.

Disclaimer | Tailored story elements – Writing Sur Mesure

Ghostwriting that carries your ideas through to completion.

Do you have an idea for a fiction or non-fiction short story but need support to bring it to completion? Or perhaps you have written the first draft of your novel and want someone else to polish and finish it?

I provide a collaborative and discreet ghostwriting support (structured work-for-hire service) in order to amplify your voice and ensure that your work reaches its full potential.

Disclaimer | Tailored story elements – Writing Sur Mesure

Wondering if this is the right fit? Reach out, I’m happy to explore it with you.

Additional writing assistance

Haven’t found what you are looking for? Need a single in-depth consultation, a brainstorming session concerning your book’s title, taglines, author’s bio or something even more specific? Contact me for a conversation and let’s figure out which plan fits you best.

What to expect at Artium Creative

Further expertise

Once your ideas are on the page, they become the foundation for the next stage: the editing process. This is where I may refine and polish your book and give it the best chance to shine. Afterwards, if you wish to continue your journey with me, we may shift to branding to help you build your author brand.

Editing – I work with writers who have finished their manuscript and look for an editorial assistance. I provide structural and developmental editing as well as I train writers in self-editing techniques. Discover more about my editing assistance.

Branding – I work with writers who wish to build their author brand and strategise marketing approach. I specialise in helping authors develop their author brand. Explore author branding assistance.

Writing for writers in more details

Having someone in your corner who believes in you and invests in your growth can make a huge difference in your writing journey. Consider me a partner who helps you stay focused and empowers you to take control of your own success.

How non-native writers benefit from my writing assistance?

Writing in a language that is not your first can be challenging. Ideas may flow freely in your mind but do not seem to work on the page.

Guided support can transform these challenges into opportunities through structured, reflective sessions, where you gain more than a technical feedback. Every session is designed to advance your manuscript, discover or refine your style, and incorporate la richesse culturelle, cultural richness, into your story.

Being a non-native writer can be an advantage if you have the right mindset and a good human support. With my guidance, writing in a second language becomes both intentional and rewarding: your bilingual voice becomes confident and your cross-cultural stories more compelling.

Areas of expertise where writers can expect my full support

Areas of expertise where writers can expect my full support:

Goal setting and accountability
- setting realistic writing goals, accountability through regular check-ins, progressing towards your writing goals, and more
Refining your style and tone
- fine-tuning your writing style, ensure consistency and emotional resonance, and more
Feedback on your specific projects
- coaching on particular pieces of your work with an opportunity to learn self-editing techniques, constructive feedback on a specific project, and more
Discovering your voice and narratives
- finding your authentic voice, ensuring a strong narrative flow, and more
Exploring ideas, writing style and themes
- brainstorming ideas and recognising their potential, discovering themes that resonate with you, organising ideas into a cohesive structure, and more
Tips on perfecting structure, storytelling, plot and characters
- help with organising ideas, creating compelling story arcs and plots, developing multifaceted characters, plot structuring, and more
Building consistency in writing
- overcoming writer’s block and procrastination, breaking through mental barriers and writing challenges, and more
Strengthening your areas of improvement
- personalised writing exercises to improve specific areas such as dialogue, description, pacing, character development etc
Building confidence
- writing freely without fear of judgement or failure, overcoming self-doubt, getting to know your strengths and how to use them for your benefits, and more

Literary arts reveal the beauty of language and diversity of voices. When written with care, words educate, entertain or ignite inspiration. They evoke emotions and invite us to look at a challenge, situation or a person from a different perspective. Some stories remind us we’re not alone in our struggles, while others carry a profound message that speak to our soul. And then there are tales to simply bring joy, make us laugh and take us to the furthest places where adventure awaits. But they all have something in common; each and every one of them has the power to move us.

— Ela | Artium Creative

Not sure where to begin? Let’s find the right path forward, together.

Disclaimer: While I do my best to provide high-quality guidance, your results will ultimately depend on your own commitment, implementation and consistency following delivery. Outcomes may vary and no specific results are guaranteed.

All final deliverables become the property of the client upon the full payment. However, any proprietary frameworks, methods or internal processes remain the intellectual property of Artium Creative. Any information shared during the consultation or writing sessions will remain confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties without written consent, except where required by law.

Due to the nature of these services, all payments are non-refundable once work has commenced. Artium Creative is not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from the use or misuse of the advice or materials provided. Project scope, timelines and revisions are outlined in our agreement. Any additional work beyond the agreed scope will be subject to a separate agreement and may incur extra fees.

First published: 2019/12/20 | Last updated: 2024/12/26