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“You don’t need to be suffering with writer’s block to benefit from coaching. I didn't. I just had the sense that I could be more productive, joyful, and find a better balance between life and writing. Working with Celeste has been invaluable. She helped me identify hidden blocks and fears, as well as my true writing passions. By the time our sessions concluded, I felt as though a heavy blanket was pulling back and allowing me to breathe in my space as a person who writes stories for a living.”
Meg Kassel
award-winning YA author of Black Bird of the Gallows and Keeper of the Bees
www.megkassel.com
“Celeste helped me make goals and reconfigure a manuscript I thought was a goner, but there’s one thing I am most grateful for: She believed in me. Every step of the way, she was kind and supportive without coddling. She was realistic while always pushing the work (and me) forward. She is a kind ear, a kind red pen, and a diligent, professional voice of reason. I can not recommend her enough.”
J.R. Dawson
author of The First Bright Thing
www.jrdawson.org
“Celeste masterfully blends metaphysical and practical writing guidance. She has helped me harness my energy and create a productive routine as well as provided insights on how to use tools such as tarot, astrology, and numerology for character and plot development. Her downloadable guides are clear and user friendly, and I find myself referring to them often. I can't recommend Celeste enough if you are looking for writing guidance in any capacity!”
Kate Kastelein
author of speculative and dark fiction
www.katekastelein.com
“On a TV show that I was watching last night, a woman described a poem that she had read in highschool stating, "A lady stood near a cliff afraid to get close to the edge for a better view because she thought she might fall, but then someone pushed her. She didn't fall. She flew." The cliff was a metaphor for fear just like the ones I harbor that were paralyzing me in my professional and spiritual walk at the time I was led to discover The Arachne Project and Celeste's coaching services. Nervous doesn't even fully describe the fullness of emotion I felt, but I knew that it was right and what I needed and that Celeste, with her unique offerings, intuitiveness, and abilities, was the person to push me soaring off that cliff. I surrendered all reservations and ego so that I could dive right in and be vulnerable to the process. Celeste was able to help me dig right in to past trauma, old belief systems, and conditioning that existed within me that I had no idea was affecting my ability to dive into my profession passions. I just hadn't made the connection of one affecting the other prior. It was like a glass ceiling that I needed to shatter in order elevate myself. I am now so much more aware of myself and have gained the courage to leap off that cliff because of the help of Celeste's nurturing push. I feel so tapped in to my passions and personal power. I'm excited about this next chapter in my life.”
Phylicia Thomas
author of morning grounding journal: goddess awakening edition
“Celeste helped me realize my blocks weren’t related to my story or my work ethic. Rather, they were born of the overwhelming expectations I placed on myself. She challenged me to confront my mindset and to not put my goals on a pedestal so high that the idea of completing stories filled me with exhaustion and dread. With her coaching, I was able to breakdown my writing approach through creative exercises, thought-provoking questions, in-depth conversations, and of course, writing and journaling prompts. It was hard work to evaluate myself so thoroughly, but it was absolutely worth the effort. Today, my goals are challenging but realistic; my habits are sustainable and adaptable; and my motivation is no longer based on me proving myself as worthy to others. I’m not just a better writer—I’m a healthier writer, thanks to Celeste’s encouragement, assistance, and unique expertise that makes her an excellent writing coach.”
AJ Bauers
author and artist
www.ajbauers.com
“I was lucky enough to win free query coaching from @arachneproject and what a fantastic experience! My query is a million times better, first 10 pages are tighter, and I am ready to finish this novel up and submit. Check her services out!”
J.S. Mawdsley
author
www.jsmawdsley.wordpress.com
"Celeste is knowledgeable and savvy about the ever-changing landscape of the publishing industry, cares deeply about the careers of other writers, and always provides them with much-needed encouragement. She was an invaluable resource when it came to helping me to craft the query letter for what would become my debut novel, The Dollmaker of Krakow. Her skills in honing a pitch helped me find an agent and laid the framework for my dream of becoming a published author to come true! I can't recommend working with Celeste enough.”
R.M. Romero
award-winning author of A Warning About Swans, The Ghosts of Rose Hill, and The Dollmaker of Krakow
rmromero.com
“I'm so thankful for Celeste's honest and encouraging feedback on my query! Many of the points she made gave me the push I needed to take a harder look at my pages. Thanks, Celeste!”
Katarina Betterton
author
www.iamgirlofwords.com
“I had my first meeting with Celeste today and what an amazing experience. She knows her stuff and she’s willing to dig to get at the root of any issue you may have before you move ahead. I’m looking forward to my next meeting and what new insights we find.”