Upcoming Workshops, Events, and Teleclasses

Upcoming Events:

April 14, 2008, 2 - 3 pm PST (5-6 pm EST)
Working with a Ghostwriter Teleclass sponsored by Author Smart
In this one-hour teleclass you'll learn: Why you can hire a ghost without guilt -- the ethics of ghostwriting; What to expect and not to expect from a ghost; Copyright, Royalties, Agreements and other such matters; How much a Ghost might cost, and how it takes them to write a book; Where to find ghosts (other than haunted houses.) To register, go to Author Smart registration

May 17, 2008, 8 am to 5 pm
I'll have a table at the Washington State Genealogical Society Conference, hosted by the Skagit Valley Genealogical Society. Great lectures and products of interest to genealogists. First United Methodist Church, 1601 E. Division St, Mt. Vernon WA.

June 2, 2008, 2 - 3 pm PST (5-6 pm EST)
How to WOW Your Readers teleclass sponsored by Author Smart. How do you write for people you don't even know? This teleclass gives you writing tips and techniques on how to: Identify your target readers adn what's important to them; Discover where your potential readers "hang out"; Make sure your readers "get you" -- how to tailor your writing so your ideas will be heard; Structure the content of your book for easy access; Choose what information to include, and what not to include. To register, go to Author Smart.

September 8, 2008, 2 - 3 pm PST (5-6 pm EST)
Writing Memoirs & Narrative Non-Fiction with Historical Authenticity, sponsored by Author Smart. Finally! The teleclass version of my popular workshop "Making History" is available. This introductory hour will take you on a wild gallop through the decades of the 1970s and 80s, exploring how you, or those you knew, made a difference. You will learn: Why your stories are important; How to use historical triggers to stimulate memory; How to use others' memories to trigger your own; How to enhance your writing with the integration of historical details. To register, go to Author Smart. For more detailed information, please email me.

“Thank you so much for holding your “Making History” workshop at Queen Anne Books … all the staff had such wonderful things to say about it – great attendance and compliments all around for your flexibility, amiability, and inspirational teaching style. I am recommending your workshop to other teaching facilities.” ^_ Tegan Tigani, Queen Anne Books

Book me as a Speaker or Workshop Facilitator

I am available to do workshops, speaking addresses, or presentations for your organization or groups. Listed here are some workshops, classes and speaking topics that have been very well received. For more information or to schedule, please contact me.

Making History
Half Day, Full Day, or Weekend Workshops available
Explore the relationship between big history and your individual life. History is not a dry recital of dates and places: history is stories. This workshop shows you an easy, fun, and no pressure way to:

• Discover your place in history
• Remember the stories of your time
• Hear inspiring, tragic, humorous real stories from others
• Wow your audience with great stories of your own

I will lead you on a wild gallop through the decades from 1930 to 1989, exploring how you made a difference, what you contributed, what you witnessed, and how you can share your stories with others. We will discuss a variety of topics, such as Economics & Politics; Social issues such as race, gender and morality; War and the International Scene; Crime & Disaster; Arts and Entertainment; Lifestyle Activities such as food, fashion, toys, games and sports; and the Weird and Trivial such as scandals and gossip, pets, the paranormal, and slang. Handouts include detailed timelines, suggested writing topics, even a notebook to record your memory vignettes.

Writing as a Spiritual Practice
Half Day, Full Day or Series Class available
Write from your heart and take an exhilarating journey through your deepest dreams and desires. Excavate the passion, beauty and meaning that live within you. Learn the Write to Remember method. Discover and claim your authentic voice.

"Kim did an outstanding job, not only in inspiring us to stretch ourselves and produce excellent writing, but also in the way she related to us. She demonstrated a real sense of compassion, sensitivity and respect." - Helen G.
 

Becoming An Author
Two Hour Workshop, or One Hour Presentation
Based on my book You Can Be An Author, Even if You’re not a Writer, this workshop walks you through how to come up with exciting ideas for a book, and how to work with ghostwriters, editors, book designers, publicists and other book professionals.

"This class awakened a creativity that had been buried under time." ^_Gerry W.
 

Teleclasses!
What to Know About a Ghost ... Before You Hire One
How to Write for Your Readers First
One Hour Teleclasses
These inspiring and information-packed teleclasses routinely earn rave reviews from attendees. If you'd like to sponsor a teleclass, contact me.

"Kim's classes opened a new world for me to enjoy, and her encouragement offered me the freedom to try." ^_Joan Z.