The Essential Soul Writer

Coaching Testimonial

"You perceived, appreciated, and evoked the authentic me, cheering me on after any show on my part of progress; then showing me how I could go forward from there."

--Leiah Bowden, Founder, Lightspeak Transformational Arts

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa keeps me focused on my victories, regardless of their size."

--Barbara M. Giamanco, Chief Talent Officer, Talent Builders, Inc.

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa is a gentle but firm Guide who coaxed out of me an inner roadmap that I had buried beneath the clutter or everyday duties, drudgeries and activities that were blocking my creative pursuits."

--Marilyn Zembo Day, Founder Woman Words

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa provides an extraordinary combination of powerful support, creative thinking and real knowledge of business and the publishing world. With her support, I now realize fully what my truest gifts are and how to create my writing and teaching life, which not only uses these gifts, but also fulfills my most central values and beliefs."

--Anya Achtenberg, Writer and Teacher

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa challenges me with precision and skill to achieve my best; and yet, she have the sensitivity to know when I really need her broad shoulder for support."

--Abby Straus, Founder, Gaia Lifeworks

Coaching Testimonial

"It's pure joy when you can pursue your purpose and have the benefit of an ongoing networking relationship. Melissa offers that and more."

--Jennifer Heron, Writer, Teacher, and Author of Journaling to True Joy

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa brings years of experience in the writing and publishing world to her work. She is a sophisticated, savvy, street-smart coach."

--Molly Bruce Jacobs, Author

Coaching Testimonial

"As a Life Coach, Melissa is the perfect fit for me. She knows how to blend "gentle nudging" with the positive feedback I need to achieve my goals."

--Nancy Konipol, photographer

Coaching Testimonial

"Melissa and I resonate on the same wavelength--professionally, philosophically, ethically and emotionally."

--Diane Gallo, Award-winning Poet, Playwright and Performance Artist

Coaching Testimonial

"One of the best teachers and mentors I have ever had. Melissa's passion for teaching and publishing become clear to anyone within moments of speaking with her. However, her true talent is knowing the finer points of how to write and market a book that will sell, and then, communicating that simply and easily to anyone."

--Lon Dobbs, Esq., Editor, Financial Reporting and Management, Thomson/RIA