Teaching Areas

In my teaching, I am not only interested in contemplative and holistic approaches in the classroom but also draw upon over thirty years of working in publishing; I try to combine a mindful approach to creativity with a practical understanding of craft as well as a realistic appreciation of the business of books.

As a teacher, I lead workshops, courses, and talks on a variety of topics about writing and publishing, including:

Craft topics and practical masterclasses 
Plotting
Voice
Showing & Telling & Storytelling: Narrating
Character & Setting
Prose & Literary Style
Crafting Space & Time: Advanced Literary Techniques
Revising & Self-Editing
Reading As A Writer
Writing A Novel
Writing Short Stories
Flash Fiction
Writing Memoir
Writing & Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Horror, Science Fiction, Memoir, Nature Writing

Mindfulness and Four Elements workshops
Everyday Magic: The Four Elements of Creativity
Finding Your Fire: Voice & Intention
Water Ways: Feeling, Tone & Perspective
Earth Works: Description & Action
Writing On Air: Structure, Form & Focus
The Four Elements Of Editing
Mindfulness & Writing (also adapted to specific topics, e.g., Getting Started, Developing A Writing Practice)

Publishing
Finding An Agent
Publishing For Writers
Behind The Scenes At A Publishing House

I can tailor classes for, e.g., hour-long-seminars, afternoon- or day-long masterclasses, or ongoing workshops. I also hope to offer specific courses online in the near future, as well as a more structured programme of mentoring.

If you would like to work with me individually or invite me to speak at your writing group or festival, send me an email with details of what you are looking for.

I also regularly lead masterclasses and book doctor with Kellie Jackson of Words Away. Do contact us to be added to either of our mailing lists.