How Can I Help?

1:1 Poetry Mentoring

When you’re not part of a structured writing programme it can be difficult to get the kind of feedback you need to get your work polished and ready to submit. Send me a selection of your poetry and I’ll provide tailored individual feedback, suggestions and comments.

How does it work?
  • We’ll begin with a chat about your voice, themes and what you’re trying to achieve with your poetry.
  • You’ll send me up to 4 poems and I’ll provide detailed feedback.
  • We can address form, structure, tone, clarity and phrasing.
  • I’m also happy to recommend upcoming competitions and give some pointers on submitting to a publishing house, if that’s what you’d like.
£50 for four poems – Get in touch to discuss

“Working with Mari has been invaluable to my growth as a poet. Her guidance has helped me to hone my poetic voice, and through her line edits of my work I have better understood how to polish my pieces, and to lay them out in the most affective way. I would thoroughly recommend working with Mari if you want to improve your poetry through a fresh and informed perspective, and want detailed feedback which will push your writing to be the best it can be,” Elizabeth Kemball, co-author of Four Forked Tongues

“I highly recommend Mari as a poetry mentor. Warm and knowledgeable, with a keen poetic and artistic eye, Mari also helped and encouraged me to believe in my own voice and ideas. She has been so important to my development as a poet. It was a pleasure to work with her,” Laura Wainright, author of Air and Armour

Workshops

Writing should bring us together. With experience of working for organisations including Dyfodol Ni, MIND and GEM, as well as independent writing groups, I am available to deliver creative writing sessions and workshops for adults or children. Whether you’re looking for sessions on creative writing for wellbeing and mental health, developing convincing characters, perfecting poetry, or something totally different, get in touch.

Get in touch to discuss your needs

Commissions and Collaboration

Whether you’re looking for a unique commercial slant for your organisation, or a memorable personal gift, I offer bespoke poetry commissions designed especially for you.

I’ve completed commissions for Amgueddfa Cymru, the Dear Christine exhibition as well as many bespoke poems for individuals, including as wedding gifts.

Get in touch for a quote based on your needs

“I have hired Mari in my capacity as a magazine editor and as a creative writer, and on every occasion she has provided exactly what I was seeking: an expert eye for detail, with precise, actionable, and sophisticated feedback. I often return to her because I value her holistic and considered approach. I highly recommend her,” Paddy O’Malley, editor of Aberystwyth EGO

SEO Content and Copywriting

With years of experience developing SEO online and print content for small businesses, established journals and magazines, and third sector organisations, I specialise in storytelling through copy.

SEO Online Content

Web pages & Blog posts
Search Engine Optimised (SEO) copy to get you noticed on the web.
£120 per 1,000 words

Articles & Aditorials

Gripping copy for your organisation
Get to the heart of your business and tell your story. Includes in-depth consultation.
£150 per 1,000 words

Proofreading

Suitable for articles & marketing copy
Ensure your work is at the best possible standard before you publish.
£20 per 1,000 words

So… How can I help you?

I’m all about poetry, short stories and words. So, whether you’re looking for a little help with your own words, hoping to book an author event or reading, or planning a creative writing workshop, I’m here to help.

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