So what do I define as a hit? Four sessions of creative writing camps. My teens have learned about sensory writing, cause and effect, plot charts, adding conflict, and more. We had a fantastic time. Here are some testimonials.

These kids are talented. I was such a horrible writer at their ages. Seriously, I can prove it. (But don’t ask me to.)

Though summer camps are over, I will offer them again during all major school breaks. Write me if you are interested. I also offer one-to-one tutoring for all ages. Because we are virtual, I take students from all over the world. I promise your students will have fun and gain skills that will help them find success in school and in life.

Whew, I have been busy as Co-Regional Advisor for the San Francisco North and East Bay Region, and I love it! My partner and great friend, Shells, and I just threw our first big conference. 270 people attended with 14 faculty, from editors to agents to “book doctors.” I’m happy to say that all the intense planning resulted in success. 97.8 percent of attendees said we met our goal of offering valuable advanced craft with a 5 out of 5 rating. Now that Oktoberfest 2019 has wrapped up, we are planning the Spring Intensive, with a fantastic presenter surprise I can’t quite share yet. When I’m not in SCBWI mode, I’m tutoring adults and children in my two areas of expertise: creative writing and public speaking. You can find out more on my Services page or at the tutoring platform, Wyzant. It’s been so much fun helping others improve, and my dance card’s filling up fast. I also continue to work on several book projects. All I can say is it’s a good thing my two daughters have headed off to college because I no longer have time to raise them.