WHERE'S MARILYN?
November 12, 2011: Berean Bookstore, San Jose, CA. Speaking about writing for children.
May 2012: Tahoe Writers Retreat
August 2012: SCBWI Summer Conference, Los Angeles, CA
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SPEAKING TOPICS
“Sincere,” “funny,” and “warm” are a few of the adjectives that people have used to describe Marilyn’s speaking style. Whether she's sharing at a women’s tea, a mother-daughter retreat, or a writers’ workshop, Marilyn's knowledge and spirit—gained through her many years as a professional writer and editor, as a mom raising three children, and as a woman of faith—shine through.
FOR WRITERS
- Creating Characters That Stick. Do you want your characters to have more depth? Do you create the same character over and over? Marilyn’s character workshop will entertain and enlighten you, and you’ll leave with an exciting, interesting, and intriguing new character for your book.
- How to Write How-To. Marilyn has written how-to information for 20 years. Her factual talk and hands-on workshop can help you plan a how-to writing project and clean up and tighten the one you’re working on now.
- Successful School Visits. If the idea of talking at schools terrifies you, relax and listen to Marilyn’s step-by-step plan for conducting successful school visits. (Pssst! They’re fun!)
- What to Do While You Wait. While you’re waiting for that book contract, writers have several options for earning income as a writer. Included is a self-assessment quiz and details about several writing careers.
- Writing Projects from A to Z. If you were given a writing assignment today, would you know where to start and where to go? Marilyn’s game plan will get you up and running and keep you on deadline.
FOR WOMEN
- Laying a Solid Foundation of Communication with Your Child. Using the metaphor of building a simple house, Marilyn shows how to create an environment for healthy communication between parents and their children, and how to keep it strong.
- Leaving a Legacy of Faith. As a committed diary-keeper, Marilyn is passionate about sharing family history and personal faith within families through her personal story and common-sense tips.
“With engaging warmth Marilyn shares an abundance of information in this comprehensive workshop. The detailed handouts make it possible to take follow-up steps with clear organization, whether for contacts or skill development.” —Workshop participant
