Lock in this year’s fees for next year’s programs Because of increasing demand for my programs, I’ll be increasing the fees for my writing workshops on Jan. 2. Now, for a limited time, you can lock in 2010 fees for 2011 programs. To get this year’s fees for next year’s programs, you must complete booking (that is, get a signed contract and deposit to me) by Dec. 31. To book … [Read more...] about Book Ann now and save
Archives for December 2010
‘By my grandma’
How to identify the passive voice Do you have trouble finding and fixing the passive voice? Here are two tips for making in easier. 1. Add “by my grandma.” If you can add “by my grandma” to the end of a sentence, it’s probably passive voice, agent deleted, says Tim Burnett, who handles Express communications at FedEx. Example: “A nap was taken … by my grandma.” 2. Make … [Read more...] about ‘By my grandma’
Where in the world is Ann?
Cut your training costs when you piggyback your program Save money when you piggyback your workshop by scheduling it when I’m already “in the neighborhood.” Book your program the day before or after another organization’s and split my airfare and ground transportation with the other group. Ask about piggybacking on my upcoming engagements in: Asheville, N.C.: May … [Read more...] about Where in the world is Ann?
Ann’s touring schedule
Polish your skills at one of these events Alas, I can’t invite you to the in-house seminars I present for private organizations. But everyone’s invited to these upcoming public seminars in: Asheville, N.C., on May 5. “Think Like a Reader,” a half-day workshop for the Turf and Ornamental Communicators Association Kansas City, Mo., on March 3. “West Point for Writers: How … [Read more...] about Ann’s touring schedule
What are we up to?
The folks at Wylie Communications have been enjoying: Writing and editing magazine and newsletter copy for Saint Luke’s Health System Presenting writing workshops for FedEx, Unum, General Dynamics-AIS and PRSA Presenting webinars for PRSA … [Read more...] about What are we up to?