Writing Coach
Lisa Tener

"When I decided to write a book, I thought you can just have a great idea and a publisher will say, ?Yes.? Was I ever wrong! Lisa demystified the process and helped me understand exactly what I needed to be successful.

"If you're serious, hire an expert and that expert is Lisa. She made sure my proposal was flawless and she helped me find the perfect agent in Jeanne Fredericks. The Generosity Plan is being published by a top publisher?and my top choice?in 2010.

"I could never have anticipated publishing my first book before turning forty under such impressive terms and conditions."

- Kathy LeMay, President, Raising Change, Author of The Generosity Plan (Simon and Schuster's Atria Books/Beyond Words, January, 2010)

"Lisa Tener was indispensable in my securing the publisher of my choice. She is extremely professional and easy to work with."

- Seth Eichler, M.D.

"I kept putting my hopes of writing a book on hold. Now I truly feel, with Lisa's help, I can do this!

"Her soft nudges and inspirational energy make me feel nurtured yet expertly guided. Lisa helped me find my voice and enjoy writing, even though I am a novice.

"Even with little free time on my part, Lisa has helped me to breathe life into the writing and it now has a life of it's own. I have achieved more with Lisa in two months than in 5 years of attempting to do this myself.

"Lisa truly knows how to get published. She helped me honor the dream and hold no regrets for things left undone in this lifetime."

- Maureen Hancock, The Comedienne Medium, www.maureenhancock.com

"When I got my contract for my second book, I knew I wanted to hire Lisa to coach me. Having written and published a book before, I knew the basics, but I wanted tools to help with writer's block, inspiration and increased productivity. Applying her process to my writing practice has helped me open up, loosen up, and use my intuition more adeptly. The result has been increased creative output and less writer's block. I keep a printed copy of Lisa's five step system right next to my computer!"

- Linda Woods, author of A Romantic's Guide to Hampton Roads (Brandylane Publishers, 1998)

"I did not know where to begin to turn my idea into a published book until I found Lisa Tener. Lisa has helped me find simple ways to create sacred space, organize my writing, design a book proposal and develop my ideas more fully. It is wonderful to have a coach who is always supportive, upbeat and who knows exactly what the next step is in the writing process.”

- Joan Wood Obara, creator and trainer of the SoulWeight workshops

"Before hiring Lisa as my writing coach, I lacked focus. Within the first month, I reached three major goals:
- I increased my rates,
- I created a contract for a new project,
- I prioritized my projects and now work effectively and efficiently.

"I've been working with Lisa for close to nine months now. I just had a feature article published in an award-winning international newspaper. Lisa's editing and feedback have improved my writing in several genres--non-fiction, memoir, poetry and fiction (short story).

"Her tools are dynamite. The sessions are helping me reach my financial goals and enjoy the process of writing and being creative."

- Elizabeth Kleinveld, Amsterdam, Holland

"As an former English major with a concentration in writing and experience teaching English at the Secondary level, I didn't expect to benefit much from Lisa Tener's workshop on "Writing in the Zone." Was I wrong! I returned home so fired up I had to put pen to paper immediately and find that my book has taking an entirely different direction. Thanks Lisa!"

- Susan Morgan, RI

“I’ve seen so many writing workshops — Lisa Tener's transcended them all. The exercises she teaches are powerful--I use them regularly. They've helped me get beyond my fear of success, to focus my energies and to move to the next level in my writing and career." - Melissa Chiavaroli, Community Relations Manager at Barnes and Noble says.”

"Before the workshop, I had no space to call my own--no space that felt supportive of my writing and creativity. The workshop inspired me to create sacred space in my spare bedroom--I hired a painter to paint the walls crushed velvet--a deep, deep cranberry color. I envision it rich with Morrocan color and infused with exotic spices--a room I can enter and immediately be transported and inspired....Magic for Your Muse truly took me on a magical journey and changed my creative life forever."

- Nicole Navega, Author, Breathe Deep (All Nations Press, 2008), Journalist for the Providence Monthly

“Magic for Your Muse is great for your soul—cleanses your mind and allows you to voice your innermost thoughts and concerns. Lisa provides an insightful day. Love the exercises—I will continue to use them. Working with Lisa is liberating!”

- Jen Senecal, owner, THIRDEYESTUDIO design, Journalist for the Providence Monthly

"Using my own abbreviated version of Lisa’s five steps, I find the writing goes more smoothly—I can create a space where the writing fits, instead of just trying to squeeze it in hurriedly. When I use the steps, especially taking time to express gratitude, I feel more connected to the universe and the big picture—I can anticipate reaching my goals—completing the novel, getting published and reaching my audience."

- Gigi Edwards, aspiring novelist

“Saved me from going insane with rage, led me to laughter…and even provided a solution for replacinghelplessness with action. What a better place our world would be if we learned how to handle our rage, an all-too-frequent by-product of congested traffic, layoffs and custody battles. This book should be mandatory reading."- Amy Tan, International bestselling author of the Joy Luck Club and The Bonesetter’s Daughter

“Has all the right stuff for a book on anger. Humor, creativity and practical wisdom for readers of all ages—I highly recommend it!” - William G. DeFoore, Ph.D., author of Anger: Deal with It, Heal with It, Stop it from Killing You.

"This is exactly what I needed. I was making connections that my therapist has been trying to get me to see for many moons." – workshop participant

"The Anger-obics^SM exercises range from the playful to the profound. They allowed me to identify the sources of my anger, recognize those irritants that provoke a disproportionate response in me, and offered a variety of strategies for freeing me from the pain and frustration." - workshop participant

"Anger-obicsSM has given me a tool to use to express my anger in ways that don't hurt others but don't sacrifice my body, my health and my growth. When I'm in the midst of feeling intense anger, I can use the dance and music exercises to release. When I've calmed down, I turn to the paper and pencil or meditation exercises to find out why I'm angry and to find ways to express what needs to change in a relationship or situation."

“If you're alive, this book can help you! I do not think myself as someone with anger "issues" but once I started reading this book I saw immediately that it has a lot to say to me.

"I am dipping into the book almost every evening, and every time I find an insight. Over and over, after reading a passage, I find myself thinking, 'Oh wow, that's so true for me! I've been experiencing exactly that at work (or at home, or with friends -- whatever the case may be).' The material has been offering me insights into my own behavior and that of family members and other loved ones, new ways of understanding my anger and recognizing what is triggering it, and new constructive ways to live a more complete, happy, thoughtful life. All delivered in an engaging, easy to read book, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments."

"I've never believed that old pessimistic maxim, "People don't change." This book is changing me and offers the tools for anyone who want to have more meaningful relationships."