The Writing Path

Coaching and feedback service helping aspiring and developing writers find their way.

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"The coaching session with Alison was the best thing I've done to progress my writing so far. The individual feedback, which I haven't really had so much on group courses I've attended, was invaluable - honest as well as encouraging."
(Jane, memoirist)
"Alison was the perfect balance of High Support and High Challenge. I felt celebrated by her and trusted her entirely."
(Sammy Burt, non-fiction writer)
"That Alison pairs sessions with walking is genius! I find my ideas flowing as my feet hit the ground, and walking side-by-side lends itself to open conversations. Treat yourself to creative support with Alison. You won’t regret it."
(Laura, children's book author)
"I highly recommend Alison’s coaching and workshops to writers at any stage of their process. Her insightful questions, ability to reframe, and gentle suggestions gave me new perspectives that made the whole process feel lighter and more manageable." (Joelle, educator and researcher)

Aspiring writers

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First Steps
Introductory Price - £70
Helping you fulfil your creative ambitions as an aspiring writer. Gentle 1-2-1 coaching will enable you to overcome your fears and gain confidence in writing.
• 2 x 60-minute Coaching Sessions
• creative prompts and activities
• exploration of your big idea and writing goals
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£105
Helping you find new directions and maintain a pleasurable writing practice.
• 2 x 60-minute Coaching Sessions
• creative prompts and activities
• guidance on achieving your writing goals
Email me to find out more or arrange a free discovery call.

Developing writers

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Following your Path provides regular guidance and support to help you kick-start your project and find the time and motivation to write. We move from an idea that needs getting off the ground or a project that’s got stuck to a writing practice that works for you.Three month package
£899
• Feedback on up to 15,000 words
• Discovery Call
• 1 x Clearing the Path session
• 4 x 60-minute Coaching Calls
• 3 x Feedback Sessions
• Regular Accountability Check-ins.
Six month package
£1550
• Feedback on up to 30,000 words
Discovery Call
• 1 x Clearing the Path session
• 8 x 60-minute Coaching Calls
• 6 x Feedback Sessions
• Regular Accountability Check-ins.
---Monthly Coaching provides the chance to work together over a period of time that suits you. We will meet regularly to keep you on track and excited about being a writer, and you can take a break or cancel the agreement at any time.£400 per month
• Feedback on up to 5000 words
• Weekly 30-minute Coaching Sessions.
• Regular Accountability Check-ins.
• 1 x Feedback Session
---I offer other bespoke packages, as well as walking options - please contact me to discuss how we can work together.Email me to find out more or arrange a free discovery call.

Walk-to-Write

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Walk-To-Write Workshops @DaylesfordOrganicTwo-hour creative workshops in the spectacular Cotswold countryside around Daylesford Organic Farm.
- 28 February
For more information and to book: Walk-to-Write
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Inspiration Walk @Fat Squirrel
A creative evening walk in Cotswolds woodlands with a campfire writing session.
- 25 July
For more information and to book: Inspiration Walk
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Walk to Write
Morning Mini-Retreats

Oxfordshire locations
I offer bespoke events for you and your friends or a development session for employees. Join Alison to find inspiration and motivation on a gentle guided walk.All retreats include:
- on-the-move writing exercises -
- time for quiet reflection outdoors -
- an individual coaching session -
- coffee and snacks -
- a writer's notebook
---Email me to discuss details.Alison's walk was a wonderful way to find new inspiration and to learn to be more observant while out in nature. I'd highly recommend to anyone creative. - Sarah, aspiring Children's Author

About

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Hi, I'm Alison Waller. I love seeing people grow as writers and I aim to help them bring their ideas to life. I'm an expert reader with a background in education and a passion for getting outdoors.I offer a range of coaching packages and 1-2-1 sessions for writers. I also run walk-to-write coaching and mini-retreats.Coaching and packages available online or in-person in the Oxfordshire areaYou can find out more about me here.

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