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About

Hi, I’m Sharla Fanous—author, poet, writing guide, and calm systems enthusiast.

Writing has always been more than words on a page for me; it’s been a lifeline. I started writing in seasons of uncertainty, heartbreak, and transition, never quite sure if I was “qualified” enough to call myself a writer. What changed everything was stepping into a writing community. Surrounded by people who understood the pull of stories and the power of expression, I found courage, inspiration, and the accountability to keep showing up. That simple act of belonging helped me grow into the writer (and author) I am today.

Since then, I’ve published multiple books of poetry and prose. Each one began as a quiet ritual: a moment of stillness with pen in hand, a way to process my thoughts, and a practice that grew into something bigger than me. Publishing wasn’t just about putting books into the world. It was about proving to myself that my words mattered, and so did I.

But here’s the other part of the story: I’ve always been someone who creates order out of overwhelm.

For years, I worked behind the scenes in operations and administrative leadership, building workflows, organizing information, supporting busy teams, and creating systems that made life feel more manageable. And over time, I realized something important: the same part of me that loves structure and organization is deeply connected to the part of me that loves writing.

Because writing needs room.

It needs time.

It needs a life that isn’t constantly on fire.

Now I bring both worlds together—creative ritual and practical structure—to help people feel calmer, clearer, and more supported in their everyday lives. I work with writers who want to build a sustainable practice, and I support neurodivergent individuals, families, and entrepreneurs who need organizing systems that actually work for their brains.

Whether you’re picking up a pen for the first time, longing to create a writing ritual you’ll look forward to, trying to bring your home back to baseline, or dreaming of building a business that feels less chaotic, I want to walk alongside you. I believe you don’t need to be perfect to begin. You need the right support and a next step you can maintain.

Here, you’ll find prompts, structure, encouragement, and tools along with practical organizing support for your home, your business, and the spaces that hold your life.

Most importantly, you’ll find a place to belong.

A space to return to yourself freely, deeply, and wholeheartedly.

Because writing is more than a hobby.

Organization is more than tidying.

Both are forms of care. Both are art.

They’re rituals. They’re tools. They’re ways of becoming.

Credentials + Background

Six book covers with floral and artistic designs, featuring line art portraits of women with floral arrangements over their faces, titles include 'Cocoon,' 'Return,' 'Where I Belong,' 'Unbroken Pieces,' 'Burn,' and 'Bloom,' by Tharla Fanous.

I’ve always believed that the best way to teach writing is to live it, and the same is true for creating a life that feels calm and manageable. I’ve spent years learning how to return to clarity, both on the page and in the spaces we live and work in.

My creative life has always been rooted in ritual: a quiet moment, a blank page, and the willingness to begin again. Along the way, I’ve published several books of poetry and prose—each one born from the same steady practice I now share with others. Writing has been my way of making meaning, telling the truth, and finding myself through seasons of change.

At the same time, I’ve spent 10+ years in administration, office management, and business operations, helping people create structure amid overwhelm, streamline systems, organize information, and build workflows that make daily life easier to maintain. With a BA in Psychology and an MA in Business Management and Leadership, my work naturally bridges both worlds: the emotional reality of being human, and the practical need for supportive systems that actually hold us.

Because creativity doesn’t thrive in constant chaos.

And organization isn’t about perfection. It’s about relief.

My books reflect that same balance of heart and structure, tenderness and truth:

  • Where I Belong: My Journey from Little Girl Lost to Found (2021)

  • Unbroken Pieces: A Collection of Poems (2022)

  • Cocoon (2025)

  • Bloom (releasing February 2026)

  • Burn (releasing April 2026)

  • Return (releasing June 2026)

Each book represents a season of my own becoming: from heartbreak to healing, from quiet beginnings to bold expression. Sharing them with the world has been both humbling and life-changing, and proof that you don’t need permission to call yourself a writer.

You only need to begin.

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What I Believe

I believe writing is:

  • A ritual that grounds you in the present.

  • A hobby that brings joy, peace, and clarity.

  • A journey that anyone can take, no matter where you start.

  • A legacy—because every word you write leaves a mark.

And I believe organization can be that kind of ritual, too.

Not a demand for perfection, but a form of care.

A way to create space to breathe, think, create, and live with more ease.

Writing isn’t reserved for professionals, academics, or people with perfect stories. It belongs to you. It belongs to all of us.

And so does calm. So does clarity. So does a life that feels more supportive than overwhelming.

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How I Can Support You

Writing Support

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to write, but I don’t know where to start,” you’re in the right place.

Here, you’ll find:

  • Writing prompts to spark creativity.

  • Workshops & challenges to build consistency.

  • Digital tools & journals to guide your practice.

  • Self-publishing support if you’re ready to share your words with the world.

Whether writing becomes your daily ritual, your creative outlet, or your first step toward publishing a book, you don’t have to do it alone.

Organizing Support

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t keep up,” “my brain doesn’t work like everyone else’s,” or “I don’t even know where to begin,” you’re in the right place, too.

Organization isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating a life that feels easier to live inside of. Together, we’ll build calm, realistic systems that fit your capacity and support your nervous system, especially if you’re neurodivergent, overwhelmed, or managing a busy home and business.

Here, you’ll find:

  • Home organizing support that reduces daily stress and decision fatigue

  • Simple, maintainable systems for kitchens, bedrooms, paper piles, and clutter hot spots

  • Family-friendly routines that actually work in real life

  • Digital organization and business workflows that make work feel less chaotic

  • Gentle, compassionate accountability—without shame or pressure

Whether you need your home to feel more functional, your workspace to feel more focused, or your business systems to feel more sustainable, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Because creativity thrives when your life has room to breathe.

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A Little More About Me

Outside of writing, I’m a lover of cozy rituals: strong coffee in the morning, stretching and folding sourdough, music that sets the mood for creativity, and autumn walks that remind me to slow down. I’m a parent, a reader of memoirs, fiction, and poetry, and someone who finds real joy in creating home spaces that feel calm, intentional, and easier to live inside of—even when life is full of cats, kids, and chaos.

I’ve always been drawn to both beauty and function, the comfort of a well-loved notebook, and the relief of a system that makes everyday life smoother. For me, organizing isn’t about having a perfect home. It’s about creating supportive rhythms and spaces that hold you gently, so you can breathe, think, and create.

Like many writers (and many busy humans), I live in the balance between order and unpredictability, finding meaning in the mess and calm in the small resets. And just like you, I’m always learning—returning to the page, returning to my spaces, and building a life that feels more like mine, one ritual at a time.