The Creative Pit Crew
Over the years, as I’ve explored and evolved my own creative practices, I’ve been lucky enough to work with, and learn from, some truly brilliant people. They’re people I trust because I’ve experienced the impact of their work firsthand.
The Creative Pit Crew is my way of sharing them with you: a curated group of trusted professionals whose expertise and approach align with my own creative philosophy. Each person supports a different stage or aspect of the creative journey, from mindset to craft to business foundations.
This is a living, evolving crew, and I’ll continue adding to it as I meet more people who genuinely make a difference. Some partnerships may include affiliate links, which I’ll always indicate clearly — but every recommendation begins with trust and personal experience.
Nikki Vallance
Title: Mentor for Debut Novelists
Creative Flare: Guiding first-time novelists towards their finished book with clarity, encouragement, and grounded creative insight
About Nikki: Provides the structure, perspective, and steady support writers need to stay focused, build confidence, and bring their book to life.
Helena Holrick
Title: Coach, mentor, and facilitator
Creative Flare: Helps creatives and business leaders stop hiding, honour their talents, and build success in ways that feel sustainable and true.
About Helena: Helena works with individuals who are often capable and experienced yet find themselves at a point of transition — questioning how they want to work, lead, and live next.
Chloe Jessamy
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