I'm the founder of cocostudio, a collaborative practice in editing, coaching, and craft. My scenic career journey includes stops as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, qualitative researcher, and traditionally published author. Across K–20, government, and corporate sectors, these experiences give me a holistic view of both content development and the editorial process.
☀️ How I Can Help
- Nonfiction: Big Idea, Self-Help & Prescriptive – Developmental editing and manuscript assessments to help subject-matter experts (SMEs) turn complex ideas into content that reaches a wider audience.
- Fiction: Middle Grade (MG) & Young Adult (YA) – Developmental editing and manuscript assessments for contemporary or grounded fantasy.
- Book Coaching – Structural and conceptual guidance for writers working from notes, chapter maps, or early drafts, helping build, define, or shape a book's blueprint before or during the writing process.
- Personal Coaching – I help academics, thought leaders, and creatives work through what's standing between them and their most important work.
☀️ Award-Winning Author
My three middle grade novels (HarperCollins) have earned starred reviews, Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection, a Japan Sakura Medal nomination, and appear on multiple state award lists across the country.
☀️ Credentials
- Education – Ph.D., Learning, Design & Technology. Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Qualitative Research. Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership. B.S., Journalism. Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing.
- Coaching & Assessment Certifications – Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coaching Federation. MBTI & FIRO-B. Hogan Assessments.
☀️ About Me
I'm a sometimes runner, walker, and salsa dancer. I'm allergic to cats, but I adore them. I also love the darkness before the dawn, sunshine filtering through a mature canopy, and stargazing on clear nights. As a Black developmental editor and book coach, I'm happy to work with writers from every background, and especially love supporting underrepresented voices.
☀️Get in Touch
You've got something important to say. The world needs to hear it. Based in Tampa Bay, Florida, open to authors around the globe, cocostudio is a collaborative practice. Let's partner together and get it done. Learn more about my services or contact me here: www.cocostudio.com/contact, or reach me directly at coco@cocostudio.com.
Prefer to talk first? I offer a complimentary discovery session – just say so when you reach out.