​Private Writing Lessons, TeleWorkshops, and Retreats With Emily Hanlon

​As a published novelist and fiction writing coach, the programs I offer are each built on a foundation that teaches my students the skills they need to write a complete novel.
​I have been consistently helping fiction writers for over thirty-five years. ​I care deeply about helping you attain your freedom as a fiction writer, whether you're writing for the journey itself or want to make writing a career. Whatever your goal, I believe this freedom is most fully expressed by completing a manuscript.
Moving from the blank page to a finished manuscript is both challenging and exciting, and it's essential to the work I've done with hundreds of people and for myself. I've been published eight times and am passionate about this work. If you want a writing coach who lives and breathes fiction writing, I'm the one. 
​I Work With Students Of All Levels Of Writing Experience, By Phone Or In Person
​I work with students who have never written before, students who are published novelists, and everything in between. ​Whether you're just beginning or you've been writing for years, I can help you with:
  • Learning the techniques of fiction writing 
  • Understanding the process of writing a novel
  • Developing and completing your book
  • Editing your manuscript
  • Writing a query letter
  • Finding a literary agent​
My Teaching Focuses On Eight Genres Of Writing​
​I specialize in historical fiction, memoir, mystery, adventure, women's fiction, children's books, fantasy, and young adult novels. Explore the links below to learn more about the programs that best suit you!
Manuscript Mentoring
Go From The Blank Page To A Finished Manuscript
Beginning The Fiction Writer's Journey 
​Work At Your Own Pace With This Ten-Hour Program
Writing Workshops
By Phone and In-Person
Hi Emily, I wanted to let you know I signed a three-book deal for my mystery set in Savannah and have several short stories being published this year. This is in no small part due to your coaching and your Writing Retreats, so I wanted to thank you for all you have done for me over the years and also let you know that my writing life is doing well.

Carolyn R.
A Seven Day Writing Retreat For Women, Bar Harbor, Maine, Oct. 3-10, 2020. Each day, we'll weave together ​our writing and creativity while we explore the journey of fiction writers as women. We'll learn, share, grow our characters, our stories, and ourselves. Whether you’re a beginning writer or have been creating fiction for decades, this sharing of experiences makes the twists and turns of one’s own writing path less daunting and more rewarding. Become a part of this Circle of Women Writers who are open to the daring, passion, and fun of creativity! 
Explore the 2020 Retreat!
​Teach, Support, Inspire: About Emily
​​As a fiction writing coach, I guide my students in all aspects of the writing process — from jump-starting ideas for their stories to delving into their creative unconscious and bringing their characters to life. I do this through my understanding of how the different stages of the creative process allow the freewheeling possibilities of a first draft to progress into a more keenly developed story that leads to completion. Learn More About Emily!