Welcome, fellow creatives! I’m glad you're here.

Hey, there! I'm Alyssa Durst, a fiction writer, editor, and creative guide who spends most days trying to juggle a work/life balance while squeezing in a few paragraphs of my latest novel. ​I believe writing, like life, is all about following your inspiration while lacing up your boots and trudging through on the days you'd rather not. 

Alongside my own writing, I help other authors bring their work to life through developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading. Whether you’re shaping a story from the ground up or polishing a final draft, I’m passionate about partnering with writers to clarify their voice, strengthen their structure, and move confidently toward their creative goals.

I also love helping people reconnect with inspiration, especially when the creative well feels dry. On my Substack, I share practical tools and thoughtful reflections to help you get unstuck, including writing exercises, guided meditations, and film recommendations designed to spark imagination and deepen creative insight.

If you’re curious about the writing life itself, you can follow along with my novel-writing journey and explore craft insights, reflections, and encouragement on my "On Writing" blog, where I share what I’m learning in real time, so you can apply it to your own work.

Whether you’re here to find writing inspiration or editing services, or simply rediscover your creativity, I’m glad you’re here!