Author: annalisa
Entrepreneurs Writing Retreat Del Ray Beach FL FAQ
What does the cost include? The cost includes lodging (as applies) breakfast, lunch, instruction, and one individual session with Annalisa. Overnight guests will also participate in Poolside chats, a chance to network, and discuss progress and craft. What to expect: TIME—to reflect, to write, to ponder, to converse with like-minded people, to write, to … [Read more…]
Writing Retreat Entrepreneurs Del Ray Beach FL Sample Schedule
SAMPLE RETREAT SCHEDULE: Thursday 1-2 PM Arrival 3:00 Reception 3:30 Introductions & First Writing Party 5:00 Writing Check ins 6:00 Dinner on the town Friday 8:00 – 9:30 Breakfast 10:00 –12:30 “Draft Chat” Workshop 12:30 – 2:00 Box lunch / writing time 2:00 – 3:30 Craft Conversations 3:30 – 5:30 Individual manuscript consultations or writing … [Read more…]
Burlington Vermont French Instruction
Who am I? I am a Vermont-certified teacher, and I have been teaching French to people of all ages for over a decade (almost 2 at this point, but shh!) I am a 2015 VT Teacher of the Year nominee and a magna cum laude Middlebury Grad. I studied French literature at the University of … [Read more…]
What is the right way to write?
Back in my college days in all those creative writing and English major-y type classes (See how English Major-y I am– I make up my own words.) I was somehow lead to believe that there was a right way to write, and a wrong way to write. Now, this was either because that was how … [Read more…]
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One on One Coaching Sessions with Annalisa Parent Writing Coach
What kind of work do you to help clients find their most creative selves? I help clients to find their most creative selves through active listening and engaging activities that guide them to a vision of their current strengths, show them how to deepen and expand those skills, and help provide strategies for further growth. … [Read more…]
South Burlington, Vermont: Fire Fighters to Become Certified Paramedics
Seven South Burlington fire fighters have nearly completed a year-long paramedic training. Fire fighters Will Moran, Nick Perkov, Brad Dattilio, John Christman, John Goodrich, Will Boyea, and Justin Bliss are scheduled to graduate in early December from a program that Fire Chief Douglas Brent described as “never available in Chittenden County before.” Previously, fire fighters … [Read more…]
South Burlington, Vermont: City Hall Improvements Benefit from $15,000 Grant
The City of South Burlington recently received a $15,000 grant from the Secretary of State’s office to improve voting access at City Hall for individuals with disabilities. City Clerk Donna Kinville was instrumental in “identifying the funding source and preparing and submitting the grant application, with City Council approval,” according to City Council Chair Sandra … [Read more…]
The Other Paper, South Burlington, VT: SBIRP City Retirement and ICMA Retirement Program
SBRIP City Retirement Plan and ICMA Retirement Program What is it? Hafter was enrolled in two benefit plans: one through the City (SBRIP—South Burlington Retirement Income Plan) and one through the International City/County Management Association-Retirement Corporation (ICMA). A city employee can be enrolled in more than one plan. Hafter’s pension plans were fully funded by … [Read more…]
The Other Paper; South Burlington, VT: Mme. Sorrell Says “Au Revoir” After 40 years in South Burlington
Curriculum Area Supervisory and Language Teacher Ann Sorrell will retire at the end of this school year after forty years of teaching in South Burlington. Sorrell, a Quebec native, began teaching in 1971 and has taught French, as well as serving as a curriculum area supervisor. Notable to many South Burlington students, past and present, … [Read more…]
Three Must-Know Guidelines to the Writer’s Life
1) Writing is an art. Although many writers will pay the bills with technical writing or designing social media posts, they are still artists. Art is about experiences, emotions, forms, and substance. Many people can write a grammatically correct sentence. But the writer will know that sometimes you start a sentence with a conjunction such … [Read more…]
Want to be seen as an expert with your tell-all book? Don’t make this mistake.
Everyone’s met one. She two with pigtails or he’s four with hair sticking up on one side, but the one thing they have in common is “Why?” Eat your vegetables. Why? Wash your face. Why? Yup, it’s human nature to ask why. We want to know the reasons behind each line item in the local … [Read more…]
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The Power of Freewriting
Two writers walk into a bar. They each order a chardonnay. Have you heard this one? No? That’s because I made it up. Sometimes when we’re stuck, or feeling a block in our creativity, it’s best to just write though it. This is true even for seasoned writers and artists. So when you’re stuck, write … [Read more…]
What are the classes like?
What’s it like to join attend an Inspiration Session? A reflection by Melissa I’ve always found the thought of joining a writing group a little nerve-wracking. Going somewhere you don’t know to write with and receive criticism from people you’ve never met–it can be intimidating. You don’t know if the criticism you receive will … [Read more…]
Book It! Your Publishing Roadmap to More Sales, More Speaking Engagements and More Credibility
How would it be if your next book were faster and easier to get out the door? Want to get gigs every year because someone’s read your bestselling book? How about some time away from the distractions to get some real work done? Your Publishing Roadmap to More Sales, More Speaking Engagements and More Credibility … [Read more…]
Surefire Writing Tips to Beat Writer’s Block
Writing Tips: Surefire ways to Kiss Writer’s Block Goodbye The idea is all around us: writers must read. Reading makes better writers. What’s all this hype? Is it really true? And most importantly, how can reading get us unstuck and beyond writer’s block? Reading gives us the opportunity, not only to get lost in a … [Read more…]
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Thank you for signing up for tips to make your writing flow! To get your FREE DOWNLOAD Five TESTED Pro Tricks to Kiss Writer’s Block Goodbye, & Start Making Out with the Muse click here. To get more tips immediately, follow me on twitter. Want to write with me? As a special BONUS … [Read more…]