• The Pulse & the Page

    Sharp & gentle field notes on making. A blend of tenderness & technical precision to navigate the wilds of emerging as a writer, for those with sestina souls ready to sing.

 
 
 

I coach writers of all ages & experience levels in poetry, creative nonfiction, publishing, & marketing. I charge $70/hour for weekly & biweekly coaching sessions on Google Meets. If you’re interested in scheduling a trial session to work with me, please do enquire below!

 
 
 

Why Work With Me?

I’ve taught creative writing at UNC Wilmington, Williams College, & Northern Michigan University, & in collaboration with Button Poetry, Sundress Publications, & Subcontinental Drift. My students have won writing competitions; published chapbooks & full-length books; & successfully sold their work to Voicemail Poems, Sinister Wisdom, the Lavender Review, & many other literary magazines.

My mentorship approach blends tenderness with technical precision. Together, we’ll build a poetic practice that’s intentional, sustainable, & joyfully yours.

  • Nat G., student

    “I highly recommend! Topaz is a loving and supportive guide. Each class felt like a balm, a salve of inspiration. The writing prompts got my juices flowing and even my therapist noticed the power of this joyful weekly experience! I learned a lot about myself, too. I belong here, doing this.”