Narrative Support
If so, you’re not alone. Many people with creative minds find it challenging to bring clarity, focus and organization to their ideas—especially when trying to express them through language.
That’s where I come in.
With over a decade of experience in ghostwriting, developmental editing, and book coaching, I help clients take their scattered thoughts and transform them into clear, compelling, and structured narratives. My process is collaborative and tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re working on a memoir, a novel, a nonfiction piece, a play, a public speaking project, or even a creative proposal, I provide the tools and guidance you need.
Are you a writer struggling to organize your ideas into a cohesive story?
Do you find it challenging to turn your notes and research into something clear and structured?
Are you a memoirist searching for a deeper way to connect your personal story to a time, place, context, or moment?
A novelist trying to weave together characters, moments, and themes into a satisfying and cohesive plot?
An essayist working to tie your personal experiences to broader themes and ideas?
Creative Structures provides the following services:
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Organization of Notes and Research: Together, we’ll transform your raw materials into an actionable plan for your project.
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Book Coaching: Whether you’re starting from scratch or revising a draft, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the writing process, helping you stay focused and confident.
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Developmental Editing: I’ll help you refine your work to provide valuable insights into narrative structure, character development, voice, themes, and overall cohesion.
Who I Work With:
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Aspiring writers launching their first creative project
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Experienced authors looking to refine and elevate their work
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Ghostwriters in need of support to organize their client’s interviews and ideas into a clear, actionable roadmap for writing.
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Public speakers building compelling narratives that engage, inspire, and connect with their audiences.
Rates
I work with clients from various backgrounds and income levels, which is why I offer a sliding scale for my rates of $65 - $85 per hour.
I'm also open to discussing alternative pricing options for very low-income artists, to ensure everyone has access to my services.
Working with Dara was an integral part of the book’s publishing process. She met us where we were in the writing and editing stages, took the time to understand what we were trying to achieve, and provided structure to an otherwise chaotic process.
Without her support, the final result would not have been possible. She was communicative, efficient, supportive, and skilled at identifying the narrative arc, eliminating redundancies, and distilling the story to its clearest form.
This process allowed us to discover many new aspects of the book and transform it into what it ultimately became. We are truly beyond grateful!"
— Arielle Egozi and Bee Gilmore, author and advisor of Being Bad, Chronicle Books
Dara is a great resource for writers looking to help organize their ideas, create flow, and think through the strategy of putting a book together. If you are just starting a project or trying to get to the finish line—Dara can help with research or be a sounding board for your ideas. She’s definitely saved my bacon on occasion.”
—Stephanie Krikorian. Writer, journalist, and NY Times best-selling ghostwriter
I enlisted Dara to help me rewrite a project I wanted to elevate. Dara detailed and outlined exactly what it would take from both of us to reach my goals. She then immersed herself in my project as if it were her own. Her ability to see the big picture and make every small detail connect along the way was brilliant. Working with Dara was one of those life moments where you think, “This was meant to be!”
— Mark Miletello, Client