I am an award-winning educator with over twenty years of experience. I love presenting on almost anything writing-related: the writing process, any aspect of fiction or poetry craft, building a writing life, writing for teens, and writing with teens. I’ve presented at conferences and events international, national, and local. I always enjoy course and campus visits and can put together a program specific to your needs, learning objectives, and budget.
I am currently booking for in-person and online events for the 2024-2025 school year.
Upcoming Events
2024 Kansas City Veterans Writing Workshop October 18 & 19 2024 (Session Leader October 19)
Jackson Hole Writers Conference November 1-3, 2024
Past events
Associated Writing Programs: Kansas City 2024
Off-site AWP Event (poetry)
Wild Patience: A Poet Mom Reading Wednesday, February 7, 5:30-8:00 21c Museum Hotel, 219 W 9th St, KC 64105
AWP 2024 Panels:
Navigating Age-Based Audiences: Adult to Picture Book & Everything In BetweenNavigating Age-Based Audiences: Adult to Picture Book & Everything In Between with Linda Urban, Jennifer Moffett, & Jenn Bailey
10:35am – 11:50am on Thursday February 8, 2024
Location: Room 2102B, Kansas City Convention Center, Street Level
Why Take/Teach Kid Lit? Craft Arguments for Writers & Programs with Alexandra Villasante, Julie Schumacher, & Laurel Synder
Date/Time: 10:35am – 11:50am on Saturday February 10, 2024
Location: Room 2102B, Kansas City Convention Center, Street Level