Hi! I’m Heidi!
Writer. Editor. Creative Coach. Mother.
Nebula Notebook is a warm community of creative mothers who dream of making a little book magic, even when life is bananas. Inside you’ll find honest and encouraging conversations about caregiving and writing, along with helpful tips for getting work done when there are so many demands on your time and energy. If you struggle with…
Finding time to write
Balancing creativity and motherhood
Getting over insecurities
Feeling blocked
Handling rejection
Revising
Knowing what steps to take next
Welcome! You’re in the right place. I’m so glad you’re here!
The name Nebula Notebook is inspired by the notebooks I start every time I decide to work on a new project. I call them my nebula notebooks to encourage my brain to slow down, dream, and explore, as though I was floating through a beautiful nebula. In this nebula notebook, you’ll find interviews with creative mothers, fresh inspiration, and helpful masterclasses on writing children’s books. You’ll find guides on topics like:
You’re also invited to join 4,000 Ideas: The Oliver Burkeman Book Club for Creatives, where you’ll find journal prompts and juicy discussions in the comments section. (IYKYK—if you don’t know and are curious, check out the first post. It’s ok to skip the reading and just chime in with questions and comments in this book club.)
When I became a mother, I learned how to write books in small pockets of time, and I loved having something that felt like it was all mine. Over time, I came to see myself less as someone who needs to produce and prove herself and more as a creative creature who is here to witness, make meaning, and express my ideas. It made me a better writer and a better mother, and I learned creativity and motherhood are inextricably combined. 💛
I’ve helped hundreds of writers learn how to make creativity a meaningful, nourishing part of their lives, and I’m here to support you too. I work with everyone from award-winning authors to new writers who are just starting to take notes on their ideas. I offer workbooks, manuscript critiques, and creative coaching. (You can learn more at helloheidifiedler.com.)
I’m your host, but this is truly a shared project, where we make art, muddle through motherhood together, and cheer each other on. Here’s what to expect here on Substack.
Free Subscription
Mothers Who Make interviews
Fresh inspiration in the weekly Oohs and Aahs
Occasional essays on creativity, motherhood, and writing children’s books
Paid Subscription
All of the above
Access to a JUICY library of practical resources on writing, creativity, and the publishing process
An invitation to join 4,000 Ideas: The Oliver Burkeman Book Club for Creatives
True Believers
If you love this project and want to see it flourish, consider investing $150. As a thank you, you’re invited to book a free 30-minute coaching call with me, where you can ask me anything about the publishing process, balancing creativity and motherhood, or whatever else you’re curious about. This is an amazing value!
Everyone
The world needs more art—especially from mothers! We’re building a beautiful community together. This is a place to meet kindred spirits, celebrate creativity, and get inspired. We share many of the same interests, values, and experiences, and that matters. It connects us. And celebrating that connection makes it stronger. It tells the world we matter.
Subscribers Say
“Your authenticity and support shines in everything you do.”
“Seeing that you are fulfilled and happy in your creative career gives me hope!”
“Your work helps me believe I can do this and that there is a place for me.”
“Heidi’s writing is vulnerable, open, sometimes funny, sometimes teary, always written with a clarity of purpose”
“It’s so inspiring and enriching to read about so many creative mothers.”
“Heidi asks great questions and gathers all the beautiful answers and carves out space to talk about this living, parenting, making, creating thing we’re doing in such an expansive way.”
“Heidi is a force of calm and encouragement. She’s really honest about the challenges of caregiving and writing, and she provides lots of helpful tips for getting the work done anyway.”
Hi I’m Heidi!
Your Guide in Creativity and Motherhood
Writer, editor, and creative coach, I’m here to help you find ease and joy in the creative process, so you can keep going—even if you only have a few minutes a day to make something.
When I became a mother, I learned how to write books in small pockets of time, and I loved having something that felt like it was all mine. Over time, I came to see myself less as someone who needs to produce and prove herself and more as a creative creature who is here to witness, make meaning, and express my ideas. It made me a better writer and a better mother. 💛
I’ve helped hundreds of writers learn how to make creativity a meaningful, nourishing part of their lives, and I’m here to support you too. I work with everyone from award-winning authors to new writers who are just starting to take notes on their ideas. I offer workbooks, manuscript critiques, and creative coaching at helloheidifiedler.com.
If you have questions about plot, structure, character development, genre, or just being a writer who doesn't melt into a heartbroken puddle of goo, I've got you. Right now there are two ways to work with me directly.
Manuscript Reviews: This is a deep read that's designed to identify your manuscript's essential strengths and weaknesses. You’ll get clear editorial direction on prioritizing revisions and taking the next steps.
Coaching: Sessions give us a chance to talk about everything beyond the page. We can dive into the publishing process and strategize on your career or talk gently about your creative process and why you’re feeling stuck.
As a thank you for subscribing, please use discount code NEBULANOTEBOOK to take 15% off ANY workbook, manuscript critique, or coaching session on my site.
Not sure if it’s right for you? Reply back with “I’m struggling with XYZ. Is this a good fit for me?” and I’ll guide you in the right direction, even if that means recommending someone else you can work with.
I’m cheering you on.
Thank you so much for being here!
Heidi
PS—The fastest way to grow as a writer is to book a manuscript critique or a creative coaching session with an expert.
My clients get agents, sell books, and win awards. They also learn how to find ease and joy in the creative process, so they can keep going when life gets hard.
