
Writing Coach and Published Author
Deb Donnell
Welcome! I’m Deb Donnell. Do you have a life story trapped inside of you?
- It may be an autobiography you’d like to write and publish commercially.
- Alternatively it could be a personal memoir you’d like to gift to your descendants.
- Or you may have researched your family history and want to create a permanent legacy?
- Perhaps your story documents your professional expertise which you want to share with colleagues, clients or like-minded readers.
I also offer online and local workshops and courses to teach you how to preserve your personal stories and valuable knowledge. If you are interested in releasing your trapped story then I can help you.
How May I Help You?
“81 percent of people feel that they have a book in them — and should write it.”
—2002 Survey reported in the New York Times
If you are among the 81 percent, I’m here to help you release your trapped story. The first step in our journey together will be to set realistic expectations. We will decide who you are writing the book for, and what success looks like for you.
This is crucial, because assuming the above 81 percent all start writing their book, only 3 percent will actually finish it. So in order for you to not die with your life story trapped inside you, it’s best to engage the services of a professional.
Fortunately, technology allows me to work with clients all over the world. So you don’t have to live locally to work with me. We can easily connect and work together via the Internet or telephone.
Work with Deb Donnell
As well as offering writing and publishing services, I also offer mentoring and consulting services to individuals who want to share their unique and valuable treasure through content marketing and book publishing. Working together lightens the load and fast tracks your journey to success.


One-on-one Coaching
90 minute coaching sessions tailored to focus on whatever you need to work on. These are conducted via online video calls.

Group Coaching
Weekly online coaching, with supportive, like-minded people. Progressive step-by-step programmes. Limited numbers.

Publications
A range of topic specific publications to guide you through the journey. Available as one-offs, or a membership subscription.
Articles by Deb Donnell

Reflection #010: Happiness is…
Happiness is completing a project, celebrating, and then preparing for the next one. I’ve just completed a publishing project (or a re-publishing project) with minor updates to the first three

Reflection #009: Tech in Schools, Critical Thinking Skills, & more
Topics: Excessive tech in schools has adverse effects. Using critical thinking to combat chaos. Brain neuroplasticity, and more in this Café Reflection. Over the past week I’ve come across some

Reflection #008: Is Technology Dumbing You Down? Part Two
Is Technology Dumbing You Down – Part one is available to read here. This two part Café Reflection encourages you think about whether you are using technology as a tool,

Reflection #006: Do You Have Free Will?
Do we have free will? The answer is “yes, we all have free will, even when faced with unpalatable choices.” This post explores the Covid-19 mandates and vaccine passports in

Reflection #007: Is Technology Dumbing You Down? Part One
Maybe you’re wondering if technology is dumbing you down. The main thing to remember is that technology is a just tool like a shovel is just a tool. So use

Reflection #004: Give Yourself Permission Now
Give Yourself Permission was originally an article written in November 2014, after attending a Christchurch Chapter meeting of the New Zealand Speakers Association. It was published on KESWiN Academy’s blog

1 Powerful Acronym for Fear – Factual Evidence Affirm Respond
Most people think of the acronym for FEAR being “False Evidence Appearing Real”. The consequences of thinking this way keeps you stuck and unable to move forward. As a result,

Lost Your Self-Motivation Ignition Switch?
Your self-motivation ignition switch is crucial to getting you started on, and continuing moving forward towards your goals. Is your switch lost? How do you engage and take action towards

Entrepreneurship Quiz: Are You 100% Happy?
This entrepreneurship quiz helps you to take 100% ownership of the path you travel. You will self-assess your happiness with 10 key areas in your life, and see how much