Open Mic Preparation & Coaching
As an author with a strong fear of public speaking, I know what it's like to struggle through reading events. I also have rosacea, so my panic is visibly noticeable! It's important for me to be able to read my work aloud, but it's hard when the nerves take over.
After many years of trial and error and pushing through, I've finally found an approach to speaking at big writing/author events that makes me feel confident and proud. I even had a Big Five editor ask to read more of my work after an open mic performance once.
My experience is proof that you truly never know who's going to be there! Let me help you put your best foot forward and crush it at your next open mic or public reading event!
I will...
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Study your selected piece, give you feedback on it, and edit it for a public reading event.
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Coach you through the fear of public speaking and strategize the best approach for you.
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Coach you through pacing, time-management, tone, pitch, breathing, eye-contact, mindset, attire selection, and anything else I think will help you feel more prepared.
I am best-suited for works of fiction or non-fiction. Poetry and slam poetry is not my forte.
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