Writing about your family history can be a daunting task. Where do you begin? Do you need primary source information to write about your ancestors? When do you stop the research and start the writing? I’ll walk you through the process of writing about your family – whether deep in the past; your own memories; or for a living relative. We all have a story – even those who’ve been gone for decades and centuries.

I’ve been teaching family history writing for years and am certified in Genealogy research (National Genealogical Society.) I have a wealth of information to share with you. Take the two-hour session to get started on your family history project today. Give the gift of writing to yourself, a friend or family member!

I refer often to Writing Your Family History, A Guide for Family Historians, by Gill Blanchard. You have the option to purchase the book with the two-hour session. It’s a practical step-by-step guide designed for anyone who wants to bring their ancestors’ stories to life.

"If I Waited for Perfection, I'd Never Write a Word. " - Margaret Atwood

Do you have a story in you, but the thought of taking it from an idea to paper is terrifying? This is the class for you! Learn how to embrace anxieties you may have about starting and maintaining a writing practice. Join me for a gentle, yet inspiring, exploration of your potential in this four-week workshop series. No previous writing experience necessary. 2 hour sessions.

A 4-week series. World building is a big piece of how an author shapes his/her book. Make Pinterest your go to social platform to create and refine your story, whether you have the seed of an idea or a book outline in place. This 4 week workshop will take you through the creation of your Pinterest Board for your book from beginning to outline form. (Inside tip: Agents, editors and publishers follow Pinterest in search of new authors and books with fresh ideas and sophisticated visual appeal!)

This class is for those who have a writing project in motion and need an extra nudge to take it to the next level. Whether you are fine tuning an essay, writing a book, working on a script, or a family history project, this workshop will guide you through achieving your writing goals! In a gently structured environment, I will help participants set reasonable goals for furthering or finishing their project. We will spend time each session talking through our work and conducting quick sprints to increase your output.

Some writing experience is required.