The fact that you showed such interest in my story and made many suggestions for it was immensely beneficial for me.  I feel I've really moved from not really believing I could write the book to seeing it as a definite possibility.

Creative Writing Tutorial Participant

The tips were terrific and I feel re-energized about my writing project.

Prepare to Publish Workshop Participant

I found the exercises incredibly useful.  Your feedback and the feedback from other participants was constructive and very helpful.

Writing from Life/Writing from Your Experience Workshop Participant

I found the small group size to be very intimate and non-threatening.  You did such a great job of making everyone feel comfortable and offered your critiques in a positive way.

Writing from Life/Writing from Your Experience Workshop Participant

Superb workshop and great people in attendance!

Five-Week Novel Writing Course Participant

The workshop was great.  The low-ratio participation was good. I wasn't expecting to learn so much about writing.  I had never given much consideration to aspects of writing such as character-driven vs plot-driven or incorporating sensory experiences into writing.

Five-Week Novel Writing Course Participant

I spent 17 years of my 34 year teaching career in administration.  My responsibilities included teacher evaluation and program delivery.  I give you high marks on both and that's a professional opinion.

 Five-Week Novel Writing Course Participant

The course really gave me an opportunity to focus on my story and get back on track with it. I particularly liked getting your insights on various aspects of my writing samples.  Your comments were constructive and thoughtful (and often terribly diplomatic!).

Five-Week Novel Writing Course Participant 

My debut novel, Saint Gracious, would most likely not have been completed without Paul Butler's enthusiasm, creative editing and considerable help.  His insightful and encouraging comments were invaluable. Paul did a wonderful job of editing, pointing out inconsistencies, and mentoring my work throughout the development of Saint Gracious.

Author Morgane Chollet, mentoring and editing client

I particularly liked the exercise of identifying key scenes.  I have tended to write from the beginning to the end.  By focusing on key scenes, I’ve realized I can work on a scene that inspires me when I’m losing traction and that will put me back on track.  I also found your insights very helpful, not only as pertains to my style, but also in the manner in which the story develops.  I’m more aware of inconsistencies and how to resolve them.

Five-Week Novel Writing Course Participant 

A great overview of the business of writing, from office space to tax returns.

Business of Writing Participant