Writer’s Workshops

Designed with the aspiring writers and the new author in mind, these workshops can be formatted to meet professional Writing Conference Schedules and participants’ interests. The cornerstone of each workshop is the writer as Authorpreneur, a business person who appreciates the business of books and wants to learn how to book more business. These interactive programs are also ideal for local writers groups, MeetUps, book clubs and the like. All talks can be customized to meet your organizations goals. For more information please contact us.

Article Writing 101

Books take years to develop, articles come out in months. Supplement your income and build your platform by learning about lead times, the best ways to break in, and the reader friendly format that will have editors inviting you to submit more.

How to Create a Successful Book Proposal

From query letters to what to include in the proposal to who to target, this workshop will answer the question “What do I have to do to get an agent’s attention?” Special emphasis will be given to writing the perfect query letter, a necessary component for all authors who want to be published.

Build Your Platform, Build Your Career

It used to be that books got you famous. Nowadays, you have to be famous to get a book. Luckily, becoming an expert in your field is easier than you think. Learn how to accentuate the positive and position yourself as the only one for the job. My user friendly ideas help authors take advantage of community resources, teach networking strategies and save you time, energy and money. A must-attend workshop in today’s competitive publishing market.

Writers Block is Not an Option

I used to have writer’s block. Then I got deadlines and writer’s block was no longer an option. Learn how to get going and stay on track, even when your muse goes missing. The five strategies highlighted in this workshop will give you the motivation you need to finish that manuscript.

School Programs

The following workshops are intended for primary to middle school classes. Each program runs approximately 40 minutes and can be modified to meet the requirements of your specific needs. Pre-visit activities and follow up exercises are included and encouraged. Flexible rates are quoted on request. For more information please contact us.

Picture Perfect: Using Picture Books as Writing Models

Over the past decade, picture books have undergone a metamorphosis, emerging as the perfect springboard for innovative reading and writing exercises. This workshop will use key examples from children’s literature to emphasize character development and plot structure. Designed to engage even the most reluctant readers and writers.

Start Strong, Finish Strong: The Top Ten Mistakes to Avoid in Essay Writing

Students of writing often gravitate towards familiar, yet tired, hooks and leaders, and conclude with an equally flat ending. This workshop will expose the overused cliché models and offer fresh, innovative alternatives designed to capture the audience’s attention and deliver a satisfying conclusion.