Photo by Michael Graziano
with Alice Osborn
"Thank you so much for the excellent poetry workshop. Keep up the great work ― we here in the Triangle are very fortunate to have you here!" ― Gurpreet Jawa, poet
"Thank you for your time and conscientious attention
given to each of us in the class. Your comments and ideas for improvement
were greatly helpful."
― Donna Sell, creative nonfiction student, Duke
Continuing Studies
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What they're saying:
"Very positive and inspiring. I met many writers that I'd wish to be in a writing group with. I enjoyed your comments and appreciate your facilitation."
― Michael Graziano,
photographer
"Many thanks for letting me get
out of my comfort zone. I so enjoyed being able to think in words. With
all of the slang in our everyday life, I have found thinking in words
has been very liberating. It's really wonderful the gift you share.
―Nancy Calvallaro, poetry student
"Thanks for the enthusiasm, specific attention to writers
and writings, and the valuable guidance.
I feel honored to read and hear your poetry.
The substance and imagery stimulate connections.
I am planning to attend your free poetry workshops...
I'm ready to receive even more literary guidance!
I especially appreciated and enjoyed
your engaging attitude and your attentiveness
to our individuality!"
― Kathy Gluch, Encore student and lifelong learner
"I gained
insights from Alice and the participants in the Journaling Experience
workshop at A Place for Women to Gather. I received the confidence to
keep trying! I felt support and awareness for the discipline
involved in writing.
― Sister Patricia Cornell
"Alice's class got me thinking, but more importantly it got me writing. I learned an important tool to help bring clarity and focus from my inner voice to the surface for me to witness. Journaling is a power tool when practiced regularly."
― Deborah Brownstein,
journaling student
"Alice, you are a great teacher! Great
enough to get me writing again!"
― Healan Barrow, Encore student
"Alice's workshop organization and
delivery surpassed my expectations and published class objectives. Her
commitment to her students' success was exemplary. Also, Alice's sensitive
demeanor in the classroom and in her edits of our drafts was encouraging,
reassuring and completely supportive. Great class. Wonderful teacher."
― David Thoenen, Encore student
"The exercises and direction your shared in your poetry workshop have been
thought-provoking. As the experiences we shared metabolize, I trust new
directions and freedom will spill out of my writing pen. Thank you for a
well-designed workshop, as well as for the ideas and support."
― Philip Parker, poet
"I really appreciate your style of teaching. You have an awesome talent for pulling out the good, workable parts in the writings of each and every person."
― Peggy Gambill, poet
"Alice is a fantastic teacher -- her
enthusiasm and professionalism are obvious."
― Phillip Barron, creative nonfiction student, Duke Continuing Studies
"As a beginner and new to creative
nonfiction, this class was a great introduction. It has inspired me to
take my writing more seriously."
― Karen Johnson, Duke Continuing Studies
"Alice is a wonderful workshop facilitator. She has a strong command of creative nonfiction and presents information in a clear, understandable format. She also adapts well to nontraditional instructional settings!"
― Tonya Mitchell Peele, author and motivational speaker
"Alice's workshop reminded me of how very much I enjoy writing and recording my life experiences. We all have unique stories that define who we are and what we can become. In many ways, I see myself as a 'story catcher.' This journaling workshop allowed me to embrace (again) my first love ― writing!"
― Ladiner L. Blaylock
"Alice's Write from the Inside Out workshop series got me motivated to start writing again. Alice is straightforward and her criticism is very effective. It made me want to improve my writing instead of worrying about not being good enough."
― Suzanne Ballantyne, lifecoach
"I had fun in Alice's poetry workshop and wrote some things that I will mine in the future. I also love and appreciate your free workshops! "
― Virginia Hudson
"The practical and helpful prompts Alice gave enabled me to hurdle some blocks and provided me the discipline to create journal entries on a more consistent basis."
― Tom Scrubbs
"This journaling workshop came at a perfect time for me. I now have a general journal for daily writing and a dream journal specifically set aside to capture my dreams on paper. I met some very interesting people who were willing to share their sincere thoughts through their writing."
― Carol Homick
"I liked the timed prompts a lot and enjoyed getting the chance to write in a supportive atmosphere. I liked the positive environment that Alice created for writers who wanted to share their work and receive feedback."
― Christine Vaughn
"Alice's workshop provided a much-needed jump-start and gentle nudge to remind me how important writing is to me. I'm going home, to grab my papers and pen."
― Vicki Newland
“During her workshop, Alice offered encouragement, constructive criticism, and writing resources in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Her exercises helped us approach our writing with a fresh perspective.”
—Leesha Austin
"I did enjoy the workshop because again I was in the midst of a community of writers ― each of whom had much to share. Thanks, Alice."
― Joyce Roland
"Alice is very supportive of emerging writers
― she has a wonderful way of making everyone feel that their work is worthy of serious consideration."
― Beth
Browne
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Where Does A Story Come From?
Location: At the NEW
Storyteller's Book Store Cost: $30 Time: Sunday July 27th 2–4:30pm One of the hardest jobs for a writer is coming up with story ideas that are believable and that hold the writer's interest. Sometimes writers come up with great ideas, but then have trouble fleshing them out. In this workshop taught by experienced workshop leader, Alice Osborn (www.aliceosborn.com) , we'll tap the powers of your imagination, observation and memory so that you'll leave the workshop with the beginnings of at least one story and the beginnings of many more possible threads. All writing levels are welcome. To
register, please call Storyteller's Book Store |
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Creative Journaling to Find Your Inner Child
Location: Unity Church of the
Triangle, Downtown Raleigh, corner of
Person and Hargett Streets, Cost: $20 Time: Tues. Aug. 5th 7-9 pm Active journaling will help you become more mindful of the world around you and will bring you closer to the Divine and to your Inner Child. Through journaling, you'll build self-awareness and compassion, and feel closer with the child you once were. All writers at all experiences are welcome to join us. Please bring a notebook and your favorite pen. To register, please email Alice. |
Sharing Your Life Story Location:
At the NEW Storyteller's
Book Store Cost: $30 Time: Sunday, Aug. 17th 2-4:30pm We all have a life story inside of us, but many times we feel that what we've experienced is not relevant or important. In this workshop, you'll learn how you can harness the power of your stories for future generations and that what you've learned over a lifetime is a treasure that must be shared! In class writing exercises and feedback from Alice will help you generate memorable prose and you'll also learn techniques to keep up your writing practice after the class concludes. All levels are welcome. To
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Writing Poetry from the Inside Out
Location: At the NEW
Storyteller's Book Store Time: Tues. Aug. 26th and Tues. Sept. 2nd 7-9 pm Register by calling 919-554-9146 Cost: $35 Writing poetry can help connect with the Divine as it helps us center ourselves within the world around us. Poetry allows us to heal, reflect and meditate and in this workshop, we will explore several classic and contemporary poets who write about the sacred and nurture the present moment in their language and imagery. We will also find poems within us through Alice's guided writing exercises and by listening to our inner voice. All writing levels are encouraged to attend.
To
register, please call Storyteller's Book Store |
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Journaling From the Inside Out
Location: A Place for Women to Gather, Cost: $45 Time: Sat. Sept. 6th 9:30 am-12:30pm Active journaling will help you become more mindful of the world around you and will bring you closer with the Divine. Through journaling you'll build self-awareness and compassion vital traits for any kind of writer!
All writers at all experiences are welcome to join us. Please bring a notebook and your favorite pen. Light refreshments will be served.
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| Make A Living As a Writer with Alice
Osborn and Sharon McCormick Location:
Bishop's House, Duke Campus, Rm 102 Cost: $75 Time: Sat. Sept. 20th from 1-4pm Can writers make a living? Sure they can! In this seminar,
Sharon and Alice will walk you through the details of making a
career as a writer. (and what to do while you're waiting for |
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Write with Confidence — How to Consciously Communicate with Clarity and Conciseness Location: Cameron Village Library Time: Monday, Sept. 29th 6:30-8pm Cost: FREE This is a not-to-miss seminar for small business owners who spend a great deal of time communicating with the public and with clients. In this 90-minute seminar, you'll learn how to position your tone and topic towards your audience and how to create memorable copy for your website/blog/newsletter. You'll also receive a quick grammar refresher and revision review to ensure that your writing includes focus and precision.
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Writing Poetry from the Inside Out
Location:
A Place for Women to Gather, North Raleigh Time: Wed. Oct. 22/Oct. 27 7-9 pm Cost: $45 for 2 sessions or $25 for 1 session Writing poetry can help connect with the Divine as it helps us center ourselves within the world around us. St. Thomas Aquinas said, "All knowledge begins in sensations." Poetry allows us to heal, reflect and meditate and in this workshop, we will explore poems rich in sensory experience that will invite your readers to participate not only with their imagination, but also with their hands, nose, mouth and ear. All writing levels are encouraged to attend. Register by calling A Place for Women to Gather at 846-3601. All checks made payable to "A Place for Women to Gather." |