Welcome!
I help aspiring writers explore and write the stories of their lives.
Dive into your experiences to remember a lesson, leave a legacy, or have interesting things to share at your next social event.
Welcome!
I help aspiring writers explore and write the stories of their lives.
Dive into your experiences to remember a lesson, leave a legacy,
or have interesting things to share at your next social event.
Work With Me
Do you want to write a book?
Download my guide "Do I Have a Book in Me?"
Would you like assistance in moving forward with your writing project?
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IMAGINE
Does This Sound Like You?
You want to write about your life, but you don’t know where to begin.
You’ve already begun writing, but don’t have the time or motivation to continue.
You’ve been told that you should write your stories, but you don’t consider yourself a writer.
For some physical reason you’re unable to write.
Just Imagine
… holding your book in your hands.
… having the credibility that comes with being an author.
… feeling confident and motivated enough to move forward with your writing project.
… finding a way to overcome any obstacles that stand in the way of writing your stories.
… inspiring others with the lessons from your life.
Imagine having a trusted advisor to give you the necessary steps to find your path.
Meet JAN
I am an aspiring writer’s tour-guide, making it easier for you to go from where you are with your writing to where you want to be.
I’ve developed a system to capture the stories of your life that you can use for sharing in conversations, for your book, your blog, or any way you choose.
Share those memorable moments!
It's easy to work with Whalen Voices
Let’s talk
Together we'll DISCOVER your needs and goals
Choose the best path
Next, we'll map out a PLAN to follow
Reach your goal
Step by step, we'll follow the plan to COMPLETE your project
"As I look back on my life, up to the moment of my father's death, I saw a long trail of havoc riddled with pain and disappointment. It became clear to me that I would have to go back to the beginning to make peace with my past to heal and solidify my emotional well-being. We all have a story."
My Blog
The Echo of Mom’s Voice
Tuesday, I’m attending a business luncheon where we will be asked to tell about an influential woman from our past. I’ve done this type of thing before, and yet not
“Coming of Age” Happens Seven Times – a Letter from Chili Millie
Dear Jan, Thanks for letting me speak today. After you read about the seven stages of a life by Shakespeare, I thought, Sheeeesh, that theory needs to be updated!
Sending Love is Like Painting a Wall
Right in the middle of a friendship workshop the other day, a thought hit me that might give you something uplifting to think about. Actually, I’m slow to catch such
How to Create A Keepsake Letter for Those You Love
We can all use more love in our lives, that’s for sure, and February is a perfect month to express our love to others. Sometimes writing “you’re special to me”
Dear Santa,
Dear Santa, How are you? I am fine. I’ve been mostly good this year and so I’m pretty sure you’ll be coming to my house, although we don’t have
Two Ideas to Spread SEASONAL Gratitude and JOY
Because Mom’s mantra was, “Get along with your brothers and sisters,” the eight children of Alice and L.J. Whalen (hardly children today) do their best to comply with her
