Work With Me

I’m an award-winning traditionally published author and writing coach. I have an MFA in creative writing, more than 15 years experience in the publishing industry, and have written for places like The New York Times, National Geographic Traveler, GQ, The Week, and NPR’s “All Things Considered.”

I’ve been on both sides of the desk—as a writer pitching my heart out, and as a gatekeeper reviewing queries from publicists and writers. I know what it takes to get an agent or publisher’s attention.

My students and clients have traditionally published with big NY houses and smaller literary presses, self-published, won awards, reached #1 Amazon bestseller status, and been featured in places like the LA Times, Narratively, McSweeney’s, Harpers, and The Atlantic.

I’m currently editing my own new book and only taking clients by private invite and referral. Check back for changes in summer 2026. If we’ve worked together before or you’ve taken one of my courses, please email me to check for openings.

“Tiffany was hands down the best coach I have ever hired — and I’ve had a number of them. She zeroed in on my goal for my memoir and helped me execute it perfectly. I am forever thankful for her patiently ushering me into this world of publishing. After two weeks of querying, I landed the perfect agent for me!”

Dr. Zoe Shaw
Life coach, clinical psychologist, and author of RECKON WITH HER (forthcoming 2024, Penguin Random House)

“Tiffany is amazing. She knows what needs to get done and can make a map of how to get there. I am eternally grateful for her help in crafting a proposal and query letter that immediately got noticed by agents. One of whom is now representing my book!”

LISA NIVER
Award-winning journalist, travel blogger, and author of BRAVE(ISH) (forthcoming 2023, Post Hill Press)

“Thanks to Tiffany, I currently have seven agents reading my novel manuscript! Prior to working with her I'd thought my query and synopsis were good but thanks to Tiffany, they are SO much stronger!”

ROBERT KERBECK
Author of ROBERT KERBECK
Author of RUSE: Lying The American Dream From Hollywood to Wall Street

“Tiffany is a dream editor: kind and patient but also critical and thorough. She has a unique ability to talk to writers in their worst moments because she’s been there too. I don’t want to imagine tackling a memoir without her counsel, so I won’t.”

TINA DUPUY
Nationally syndicated columnist and agented author

“Tiffany’s practical advice and common sense approach to writing, editing, and publishing have been invaluable. She helped me see that approaching agents and editors does not have to be an emotional roller coaster ride.”

DEBBIE GRABER
Author of Kevin Kramer Starts on Monday, finalist for the Flannery O’Connor Prize

“When I was stuck in the middle of a partially completed manuscript, Tiffany got me to ‘The End.’ I feel lucky to have worked with a published author who really understands storytelling. My work is richer and more nuanced as a result.”

DR. LIZ ALEXANDER
Author of Lies That Blind