Testimonials
Happy writers make me happy
From entrepreneurs to academics, from passionate hobbyists to c-suite execs, I’ve been honored to work with amazing writers at all stages of their books. My shelf of great women nonfiction writers grows every year, and some of them have kindly shared their thoughts on our work together.
I CHERISHED EVERY SESSION.
Working with Caroline was one of the best investments I could’ve made in my book — and as writers know — in myself. She drew out so much depth and insight from between the lines of my writing, and leveled my book up significantly through her feedback and understanding.
I cherished every session with her and learned more in three months than I had in two years of writing (and working with an agent!).
I couldn’t recommend her more if you’re stuck, keeping yourself small, or discouraged by the publishing process.
Ambika Pai, Brand Exec, Mom &
HOST OF THE SMASH-HIT PODCAST, CORNER OFFICE BREAKDOWNS
“As a coach, Caroline offered me the ideal combination of keen insight, accessible support, and a friendly kick in the pants when I needed it most. She knows her stuff, asks great questions, and is deeply invested in her clients’ projects. Plus she’s a delightful person to hang out with! It can be a vulnerable thing for a writer to hire a coach, but with Caroline I always knew I was in good hands.”
“I am a hardcore academic writer and that was not the way to write this [trade] proposal. So every part of this was a new adventure in writing for me and a practice in unlearning how I was trained to write. Having accountability and Caroline’s insight was so helpful for me. She was able to provide context for me, while also giving me great, supportive feedback.”
Caroline is the Real deal.
She spent so much time and was beyond patient and helpful. I can’t say enough! Our chapter pages for our proposal and outline have gone from blah to exciting!
Caroline was not only laser-focused as an editor, but extremely helpful when it came to weeding out through-lines and content. Ahhhmazing. She helped me overcome my robotic writing and put more feel and atmosphere into my story. Her patience in redirecting me when I went off topic was amazing. She gently helped me and the pages are much better because of her guidance.
DEBBIE L. DUNN
Award-winning YA & CHildren’s Author
The Real Rosalind: The Brilliance of Rosalind Franklin (Lerner, 2025)
“Caroline affirmed that I am THE person to write this book. It was the confidence boost I did not realize I needed. I’m not the same writer I was when I set out to write my first book; I’m more established as a scholar, more clear about what I have to say, and more experienced as a writer. I need to own this as I approach the book project and allow it to come through in my book proposal. I’m moving forward without the self-doubt and hesitation that was clouding my earlier drafts.”
“Caroline accompanied me on my memoir journey from early blueprint planning through manuscript revisions. I even had the privilege of her intensive one-on-one coaching on an Athens rooftop in the shadow of the Parthenon. Caroline is the coach you want on your dream team. If you’re a writer who values smart, skilled, thoughtful, Caroline is the book coach you want in your corner for the ride to a well-developed final manuscript.”
I went from having a dream with no rudder to a very clear strategy.
I have always known I have a book inside of me. Until now it remained elusive and just a pipe dream. I needed a safe place to explore what was going to be a messy and emotional process for me. Someone who I could trust to guide me, to shape the vessel that could hold my story. From the first interaction, I could tell Caroline was that person.
Putting in the time gave me a ton of confidence in the need for the story and that I am the right one to write it. For anyone like me who has even the tiniest seed of an idea or ambition, this process and Caroline’s gentle forward moving guidance will turn it into a bountiful harvest.
Courtney ADDY
FOUNDER of the BEACON COLLECTIVE
“I contacted Caroline for help with my first book pitch to a publishing company. Caroline was patient, helpful and informed, guiding me through the steps and pushing me to fill the gaps in my pitch. Also to ‘stress test’ the idea and really push myself to my limits! It was a challenging experience but worth the effort. My pitch just got accepted by my dream publisher. Hurrah.”
“Consider yourself fortunate if you have the opportunity to work with Caroline. Who knew writing a book was the easy part. Mastering the query letter to get an agent has been a real struggle for me. Caroline has the history of success of getting you to where you need to be. She’s generous with resources. She’s responsive and really puts her all into each draft – she’s a writer’s best friend. Highly recommend!”
CAROLINE made me feel safer and more secure.
From paralyzed by an over-abundance of data, to a streamlined and manageable framework; from ‘anything goes’ to meeting the target date on a calendar; from teetering on the ledge with imposter syndrome, to back indoors, progressing towards another completed chapter… Caroline has been critical to my process and progress. I deeply appreciate her flexibility and encouragement, and can’t imagine doing my book without her!
Tiffany Benedict Browne
LOCAL Historian & CREATOR OF THE AWARD-WINNING WEBSITE HISTORICINDIANAPOLIS.COM
