Dear Kate by Valerie Cantella Memoir Book Coach

Dear Kate began as notes for women trying to figure out what story they wanted to tell and how to shape it into a book. Those conversations continue in Reflections from a Recovering Perfectionist.

  • The Gifts of 2021

    By Valerie Cantella | December 1, 2021

    It’s hard for me to believe it’s already December. So much has changed this year, and I’m pleased to share some gifts of this year. In January I received an email from Hay House about a free week-long writers’ workshop which required an investment of an hour workshop each day…

  • Standing Naked On The Stage

    By Valerie Cantella | November 11, 2021

    It’s hard for me to believe it’s already December. So much has changed this year, and I’m pleased to share some gifts of this year. In January I received an email from Hay House about a free week-long writers’ workshop which required an investment of an hour workshop each day…

  • Kayak, Snorkel or Paddle?

    By Valerie Cantella | September 2, 2021

    As I sit on the balcony watching the dolphins frolic in the ocean nearby, I feel content and relaxed. When we booked this vacation to Jamaica back in January, we were excited to have something to look forward to for our third anniversary. There were many things we didn’t know…

  • The Pandemic Connection

    By Valerie Cantella | July 14, 2021

    I don’t know about you, but I gained insight about myself during the pandemic. I learned I need regular in-person contact with others—and that surprised me. As a 51% introvert, 49% extrovert, I thought my entertaining husband, lively yellow lab, and interactions at work would be adequate. And for a…