An independent bookstore and creative writing center in beautiful Port Orford, Oregon.

Would you like kind, supportive and personalized feedback on your writing?

​​Want help figuring out next steps for your writing project?

Would you benefit from individualized support and resources for editing, querying an agent and/or submitting your work for publication?

​Published author and writing teacher Charlie J. Stephens is offering writing consultations in 2025. You can learn more about Charlie at www.charliejstephenswriting.com.

​​​Writing Consult: This will include a close read of your short story, creative nonfiction or longer manuscript, including feedback on strengths and possible areas for further development, and a collaborative discussion of next steps. 

​Publishing Next Steps: You will be You will be supported in deciding if your piece is ready to send out to literary magazines, agents or small presses. We will also go over suggested strategies for finding the best fit, writing a query letter, and how to navigate some of the various publishing resources out there. supported in deciding if your piece is ready to send out to literary magazines, agents or small presses. 

​Personalized Support: Need literary help in another way? Maybe your project needs something else, or perhaps a combination of support would be helpful.

Please reach out for more information: charliejstephens@gmail.com

If interested, please email charliejstephens@gmail.com. Include the following in your email: 1) A brief (under 300 word) description of yourself, your project, and your goals, 2) Your ideal time frame for working together, 3) Any other relevant information, and 4) Please write "Consultation" in the subject heading. 


​Consulting fees are $50-$150/hour, sliding scale. 1 hour minimum.