Consider…. a Book Mentor.

{ Book Mentor = Editor. Coach. Butt-kicker. Companion. }

Author of eight books including the novel The Edge of Maybe
18 years on the UC Berkeley Faculty
Private writing coach and developmental editor since 1992
Featured and reviewed in the SF Chronicle and SF Weekly, on NPR, ABC and NBC, and internationally
Actor, playwright, and solo performer
Leader of writing and art retreats in Northern Italy and Mexico

Hey, Writer!

I know from personal experience, the writing doesn’t always go smoothly, and sometimes you need a strong editorial eye, continuity and accountability, support, and an excellent reader.

As your book mentor, I work directly with you, the writer who can use an ally. Working with me, you’ll finish your book and get it out the door.

And you’ll enjoy the process.

Ericka is truly a writer’s teacher, insightful, perceptive, and – perhaps most important – deeply caring. She deftly guides writers in unlocking their own creativity.

— Camille J. Cusumano, Tango: an Argentine Love Story

“You helped me succeed in writing again, from the heart. It felt really good.”

– Robyn Ringler

Intrigued? Let’s talk.

I offer free connection calls to writers seriously considering working with me.

As your Book Mentor, I'm your ground wire.

Electricity needs a ground wire to avoid burning down the house.

I don't write your book for you. You're a brilliant writer and know how to write.

BUT I can help. I hold the space – in time, in intention, in accountability – with you/for you while providing strong technical and editorial guidance.