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Cassa Playwriting this July
Cassa Playwriting this summer will take place in person. This July, in a dramatic fun filled week children write, rehearse, and perform their own unique play in just four days. Students create the plot, craft the script, write dialogue and hone their acting skills for their very own dramatic production, which will then be performed at the end of the week. Register @...
read moreCassa Playwriting this July
Cassa Playwriting this summer will take place both in person and online for two groups, ages 7 to 12 in person and ages 7 to 14 and 15 to adult online. This July, in a dramatic fun filled week children write, rehearse, and perform their own unique play in just four days. Students create the plot, craft the script, write dialogue and hone their acting skills for their very own dramatic production, which will then be performed at the end of the week. Register @...
read moreGreat Online Workshops for Kids
Check out these great online workshops for children and young adults. Many children are very interested in writing stories, but often need help to channel their writing ability and encourage them to move forward with their projects. Professional advice about writing, editing, and revision can encourage a person’s creativity, whatever form that creativity may take. These online workshops are conducted using email assignments. After emailing me your first completed assignment, this will be returned with comments, suggestions, and...
read moreCassa Playwriting this July
Cassa Playwriting this summer will take place both in person and online for two groups, ages 7 to 12 in person and ages 7 to 14 and 15 to adult online. This July, in a dramatic fun filled week children write, rehearse, and perform their own unique play in just four days. Students create the plot, craft the script, write dialogue and hone their acting skills for their very own dramatic production, which will then be performed at the end of the week. Register @...
read moreCoaching and Consulting
A professional writing coach is someone with whom you can consult, ask questions and receive constructive feedback. A professional specializing in coaching and consulting acts as a guide as you build your career as a professional writer. A coach can help you conquer a stumbling block, regain momentum or make a start on a new project. I’m a member of the Calgary Association of Freelance Editors and have served as the Writer-in-Residence with the Canadian Authors Association. Further details, along with numerous references and...
read moreCassa Playwriting this July
Cassa Playwriting this summer will take place both in person and online for two groups, ages 7 to 12 in person and ages 7 to 14 and 15 to adult online. This July, in a dramatic fun filled week children write, rehearse, and perform their own unique play in just four days. Students create the plot, craft the script, write dialogue and hone their acting skills for their very own dramatic production, which will then be performed at the end of the week. Register @...
read moreWhat’s it all about? An excerpt from The Time Traveller’s Guide
“The Time Traveler’s Guide is a great resource for any writer wanting to improve their craft.” Chapter One: What is time travel? Time travel is defined as taking place when there is movement between specific points in time. This is achieved in the same way that objects and living things move through space. In fiction, this kind of travel is made possible by the use of a time machine, device, or method. While nothing is carved in stone, I tend to think that time travel involving machinery or some kind of technology should be...
read moreCopywriting for Business
I offer a number of writer services for business. The way in which you communicate with your customers is a vital component of your business and well written content can be the difference between success and failure. I have extensive experience in writing for a wide range of industries and market segments and offer a variety of copywriting services including website content, blogs and newsletters, social media including Facebook and Twitter, brochures, direct mail, sales letters, press releases, newspaper and magazine advertising and...
read moreCoaching and Consulting
A professional writing coach is someone with whom you can consult, ask questions and receive constructive feedback. A professional specializing in coaching and consulting acts as a guide as you build your career as a professional writer. A coach can help you conquer a stumbling block, regain momentum or make a start on a new project. I’m a member of the Calgary Association of Freelance Editors and have served as the Writer-in-Residence with the Canadian Authors Association. Further details, along with numerous references and...
read moreGreat Online Workshops for Kids
Check out these great online workshops for children and young adults. Many children are very interested in writing stories, but often need help to channel their writing ability and encourage them to move forward with their projects. Professional advice about writing, editing, and revision can encourage a person’s creativity, whatever form that creativity may take. These online workshops are conducted using email assignments. After emailing me your first completed assignment, this will be returned with comments, suggestions, and...
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