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Make space for the creative life you’ve been longing for

I help writers and creatives find the confidence, momentum and space to keep creating.

I’m Meg Dunley, a creativity coach, writer and professional editor. I help you turn creative ideas into meaningful work, and make space for creativity in the midst of real life.

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You’re not alone

Maybe you’ve always wanted to write a book. Maybe you’ve started more manuscripts than you’ve finished. Maybe life has become so full that your creativity keeps slipping to the bottom of the list.

Or perhaps you’ve simply lost touch with the part of yourself that loves to create.

The writers and creatives I work with aren’t short of ideas. They’re often short of time, confidence, permission or support.

That’s where I come in.

A creative life deserves space

I don’t believe creativity should be something we squeeze into whatever time is left over.

It needs space, attention and the right kind of support.

Whether you’re developing a writing practice, working towards a book, finding your way through a creative block or simply wanting to make more room for creativity, I’m here to help you keep moving.

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Creative Momentum with Meg

Conversations about creativity, writing and the messy, rewarding reality of making things.

Each week, I talk with writers and creatives about how they work, what gets in the way, what keeps them going and what they’ve learned along the way.

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From my notebook

Writing sits at the heart of everything I do. I write about creativity, mindset, books and the realities of building a creative life in the midst of ordinary life.

Draft 23 begins | From my notebook

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From My Notebook | Gaining Momentum

I’m Meg

I’m a writer, professional editor and creativity coach. I believe creativity deserves space in our lives, and that we don’t have to wait until everything else is sorted before we make room for it.

I help writers and creatives find the confidence, momentum and support to keep creating.

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What writers and creatives say

Julianne Negri

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Working with Meg completely overhauled my writing practice. Through identifying blocks, clarifying goals and finding motivation through connecting to values, this is transformative coaching with long lasting results. Highly recommend no matter what you write or what stage in your career.

Bram Tiernan

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Meg’s writers' retreat provided our group of six writers with a safe and comfortable space in which to work on our own diverse projects. She provided thought-provoking daily workshops, plenty of time for us to write in peaceful surroundings, and ample opportunity for us to catch up with other writers, both individually, and over relaxed communal dinners. I found it an ideal way to begin writing my second draft. In addition, the one-on-one coaching session Meg offered was both helpful and revealing. Meg has created a perfect formula for a productive, stimulating, and thoroughly enjoyable writers’ retreat.

Kylie O

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Meg's retreat came at the perfect time. I had recently finished a manuscript but was struggling with it, feeling burnt out and frustrated. I had hoped to use the retreat to rework it, but after staring at the same pages for so long, I was sick of it. Instead, I decided to start a new project. Reconnecting with the joy of creating new characters and an exciting plot allowed me to refresh my mind. 11,000 words later, I had a solid foundation for a story I can continue working on. The location was divine—serene, beautiful, and peaceful. I spent time walking in the adjacent forest, chatting with the sheep, and sitting in the sunshine, contemplating where my story could go next. My room was bright and quiet, ideal for writing, napping, and reading. Meg's workshops were invaluable—informative, but not too long, leaving plenty of time for writing. The group dynamic during the workshops and evening meals was also fantastic. It was a great way to bond with other writers and learn about their stories. Sometimes just talking things out can be enough to fix a problem or fill a plot hole. The one-on-one session with Meg was particularly helpful. I had hit a roadblock in my draft, and our conversation gave me the direction I needed to move forward. And the food? Absolutely fabulous! Meg is a wonderful cook. Not having to think about meals was a real gift. Having four full days to immerse myself in my story felt like a rare luxury. Most of us rarely have the chance to commit to writing without distractions. Taking the time to invest in our craft and give ourselves permission to focus solely on writing is so important. Thank you, Meg, for creating this space, organizing everything so seamlessly, and bringing together a group of writers who could grow both individually and as part of a supportive writing community.

B O'B

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Retreat with Meg is a truly wonderful experience. As a totally new writer it was just what I needed to inspire and encourage my continuation and exploration of writing. Meg is a fabulous facilitator and coach. Meeting other fabulous writers and the workshops provided by Meg offered many opportunities to learn, explore and refine my work.

Claire McClelland

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Meg is an expert at making space for writers and writing.

Rhiannon Dowding

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Meg Dunley’s online live call Writing Momentum is a wonderful opportunity to tune in to my writing. The accountability has kept me focussed and the weekly prompts have been thought provoking and timely. I would recommend Writing Momentum to anyone wanted to get back to a regular writing habit or to keep them on track. .

Carolyn Nicholson

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I booked in, hoping to reconnect with my creative self and make sense of my conflicting feelings about my writing. I arrived feeling awed by the space provided and what lay before me. I left with the first 5900 words of a new novel, a feeling of excitement about my writing and a plan for balancing my creative life with my 'other' life. Thanks Meg - your retreat was just what I needed.

Rachel Bonnici

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I didn’t know what to expect with Meg’s coaching. However she dug right in there and got out everything I needed to make my goal a success. A unique and interactive approach. I would highly recommend her techniques to anyone.

Kate El Idrissi

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I recently completed a life coaching course with Meg Dunley and for the first time I focused on what I want from life instead of work. This has enabled me to heal past trauma and get to a place where honestly, what I would have thought was near impossible, is actually on the table. I can highly recommend Meg, for her kindness, compassion and support while on this journey as well as helping me to shift life long patterns. Thank you doesn't seem enough!

Melissa Manning

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I highly recommend Meg's coaching. Her gentle guidance towards small necessary changes (both practical and attitudinal) have helped foster a greater balance in my life. I feel so much calmer, and happier.

Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 21 reviews

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