UPCOMING AUTHOR EVENTS:

Online Launch Party for Motion Dazzle
…with Sara Weiss
Zoom
Tuesday, September 30, 7:30pm ET
Registration Link 

Must Love Memoir
Jake’s Dilemma, New York City
430 Amsterdam Ave
Tuesday, October 14, 7:30pm

“Story Time” for Caregivers
…with Nicole Haroutunian
Astoria Bookshop, Queens, NY
36-19 30th Street
Tuesday, October 28, 11:30am

Wrexham Road Reading Series
Sarah Lawrence College,
45 Wrexham Road, Bronxville, NY
Thursday, October 30th, 6:30pm
RSVP here

Big Red Non-fiction Workshop Reading
…featuring writers in Jocelyn’s Big Red class
Big Red Books,
120 Main Street, Nyack NY
Thursday, November 6, 6:30pm

Reading, Conversation, and Book Signing
…with Robbie Kaine
Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society
220 Holland Ave, Ardmore, PA
Saturday, November 8, 3:30-5pm

Book List Discussion
Prose Playground, Online
Tuesday, November 11, 7pm
Register here

Reading and Conversation
…with Cynthia Marie Hoffman
Ink & Ivy Book Boutique
2134 Regent Street, Madison, Wisconsin
Sunday, November 23, 1-3pm

Reading, Book Signing, Q&A
Brix Cider
119 S 2nd St, Mt. Horeb, WI
Sunday, November 23, 6pm

Brown Bag Lit Panel Discussion
Memoir Mindset: Perfectionism, Performance, and the Beauty of Chaos in Publishing
…alongside Melissa Fraterrigo and Anna Rollins
Online
Thursday, Dec 11, 12pm ET
Register here

Writer’s Bridge
online event …with Blair Glaser, Jacque Gorelick, and Adiba Nelson
Tuesday January 27, 1pm ET
More information/Link to come

Reading and Author Event
Scarsdale Library
Monday February 2, 7pm
Registration information to come

Reading and Author Event
Hockessin Bookshelf
7179 Lancaster Pike
Wednesday, March 18, 6:30 pm

Stay tuned for more upcoming events!

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Non-Fiction Writing Workshop
Big Red Books
January 15-February 5, 2026
This class is already filled but please reach out if you’d like to be on the waitlist -
perhaps we’ll open a second class if there’s enough interest!

1:1 COACHING AND EDITING:
If you are looking for help, guidance, or inspiration for your current project, please reach out!
I have worked with novelists, memoirists, essayists, and college and graduate school applicants.
I’ve also helped people with speeches, newsletters, and social media.
More information here.




TESTIMONIALS:
”Jocelyn's classes are simultaneously rigorous and playful. I have taken 3 classes with Jocelyn and each class has garnered a new piece. Her command of craft, knowledge of contemporary memoir, and clear writing prompts, always elicit meaningful discussion and writing. She also provides handouts with lists of authors, quotes, and places to submit work. I highly recommend taking a class with Jocelyn. She is a skilled leader and a delightful human.”
~Mary Lou

“I would highly recommend anyone wanting to take Jocelyn's courses as her detailed prompts allow writers to share their vulnerability in a respected and safe environment. She allows for creative participation and gives expert advice on how to finish up your next piece.”
~Melissa

”The class that Jocelyn taught was comprised of writers at various stages. Jocelyn was warm and supportive to all writers and met them where they were in the process while being encouraging and enthusiastic.”
~Ariana

“Jocelyn was so professional and so much fun to work with. She took my loose ideas and turned them into actionable writing goals, with the necessary accountability. She coached me to develop a habit of professional writing and, with her support, I became far better at posting my views and expertise on LinkedIn. This helped me to develop a stronger perspective on my work and ultimately land my next job!”
~Lindsay

“Working with Jocelyn was a game-changer for me as a true beginner. She created a safe, and encouraging space where I could freely explore my story ideas and feel comfortable as I took my first steps in writing. With her guidance in organizing my thoughts, outlining, time management, and brainstorming ideas, along with so many other valuable resources, I felt more confident and inspired after just one session!”
~Melanie

”I worked with Jocelyn on a speech I needed to give for an annual work banquet. I was not as nervous as I have been before, because I was so prepared! I got a lot of laughs and clapping throughout. I am definitely going to call on Jocelyn when I need to do it again.”
~Jessica

“Jocelyn is good-natured and her coaching skill is excellent. Each session is giving me a wonderful opportunity to discover my style.”
~Laurie