"The college admissions process has never been more competitive.

Especially now that AI can produce a polished admissions essay in seconds, how do you stand out? With a one-of-a-kind essay that tells your unique story in your authentic voice.

I can help.

I'm a professional writer who believes in the power of writing. Not the cookiecutter AI-ese that will flood admissions offices this season. But writing that sets you apart. Writing that pulls the reader in. Writing that gets to the heart of who you are.As an award-winning fiction writer, I bring not only specialized expertise but also a deep commitment to student growth.

Of course, crafting compelling narratives is hard work. Over the years, I've developed strategies to help students identify what matters most and empower them to do their best work. My toolkit includes approaches tailored to students with learning differences and varying levels of English proficiency. No matter where students are in the application process, I can help them discover the stories that will showcase who they are at their best.

Need a last-minute essay polish? I can help with that too. I also have over ten years of experience with SAT and ACT verbal preparation and have developed effective tools to help students conquer standardized tests with confidence.

I hold an MFA from the nation’s oldest and most prestigious creative writing program, the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and was accepted to other top programs, including Columbia, Cornell, NYU, and University of Michigan. I am a 2019 recipient of the PEN/Dau award, and my work has been published and anthologized widely.

Together, we will make sure you achieve your goals." less...