About The Coach
My name is Cliff Ratza, and I believe I have something of value for you if you are an undiscovered writer ready to pen a novel for publication: I can successfully guide you through the process. What you are reading is my first article for a novelist writing a book or wanting to improve skills. Additional articles explore particular topics in more detail, and I also offer one-on-one conversations covering specific subjects. If you are interested in holding them, please contact me.
So, who am I? I am the author of the critically acclaimed “Lightning Brain” series. I have also written two collections of poetry, have earned five university degrees, and have used my writing skills in numerous business and academic careers. Some examples: I teach at three universities, train telemarketers, write newsletters and develop Website copy for my clients, write sales and marketing plans, and publish articles on selected subjects.
I have studied Literature and Linguistics (grammar, syntax, semantics), have read numerous books and attended many seminars explaining “how to write a novel,” and have applied all this in my writing. And I offer you something few writing coaches can: superior verbal and numeric ability. Most writers and liberal arts types are afraid of numbers and have little understanding of “Realpolitiks.” Not me. I have advanced degrees in hard science subjects and have held demanding jobs. Not only do I write novels, but I also know the business side of becoming a successful author: generating Awareness, Interest, Desire, and Action among the reading public as well as industry professionals. Writing a novel is like building a house. Project planning, a course I teach, can keep it on track. So, if you think I can help, please read on.
