ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING
INDIVIDUAL HELP
I am also available for one-on-one coaching or tutoring. This gives you the opportunity to focuse solely on your own writing or publishing project. Whatever stage you’re at, I can assist with advice and support on what you need to do to progress your project and how to do it - step by step.
I am also available for one-on-one coaching or tutoring. This gives you the opportunity to focuse solely on your own writing or publishing project. Whatever stage you’re at, I can assist with advice and support on what you need to do to progress your project and how to do it - step by step.
In the 21st century, changes in technology have revolutionised the world of traditional book publishing and selling. Computers, e-readers, tablets, smart phones and the internet have also changed the way that writers can publish, market and sell their work.
But there's a knack to self-publishing and distributing your book. I have spent the last few years learning the knack by testing and trialing various options and now offer workshops in which I pass on this know-how.
GROUP WORKSHOPS
I offer the following group workshops as stand-alone workshops or in combination.
But there's a knack to self-publishing and distributing your book. I have spent the last few years learning the knack by testing and trialing various options and now offer workshops in which I pass on this know-how.
GROUP WORKSHOPS
I offer the following group workshops as stand-alone workshops or in combination.
WORKSHOP: HOW TO WRITE A FICTION NOVEL
- Usually 6 weekly sessions.
- In this workshop I explain: how to start, plot, story arcs, genre, style, POV (point of view), setting the scene, characterisation, dialogue, editing & shaping, and how to finish writing a novel.
WORKSHOP: VIVID WRITING - HOW TO MAKE YOUR WRITING SING!
- During the last 5 years, Hokitika based author, Wendy Scott, has been awarded over 10 international book awards and distinctions. This workshop explores the techniques used by Wendy to paint mind pictures that bring readers closer to the characters and their story. Plus Wendy will share her tips on how to avoid alienating potential readers.
- This is a fun and interactive 3 hour workshop to help stimulate your writing.
WORKSHOP:HOW TO CONNECT WITH YOUR READING AUDIENCE (MARKETING)
- Many authors prefer the isolation of their writing space rather than going out and marketing their books.
- In today’s current literary climate it’s essential for authors to actively market themselves and their book catalogues.
- Wendy will discuss a variety of marketing strategies to help build your author brand so you can reach your target audience.
- Duration ~3hours, but extended sessions are available.
WORKSHOP: CREATIVE WRITING
- Interactive writing activities.
- Imaginative, creative, and fun.
- Flexible number of sessions.
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WORKSHOP: SELF PUBLISHING
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Other group workshops may be available on request.
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WORKSHOP: PUBLICITY & PROMOTION FOR SELF-PUBLISHED AUTHORS
This workshop covers the following topics:
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TESTIMONIALS
NELSON WORKSHOPS NOVEMBER 2019: WENDY SCOTT’S WORKSHOPS – REPORT TOS Newsletter: Top of the South branch Secretary, Jean Gorman, excerpt: "Following feedback that members would like workshops on Writing and Marketing, NZSA Top of the South branch hosted two workshops by multi-award-winning author Wendy Scott in Richmond last weekend. Those who attended had a great day and came out buzzing! We spent a most enjoyable three hours bouncing ideas around. Next time we entice Wendy from her hideout in Hokitika, do come along!" AUTHOR TALK - BLENHEIM NOVEMBER 2019: "Your workshop attendees will appreciate what Wendy Scott has to offer you in her talk about marketing books on the internet. There were 15 of us there on the 19th. Younger people have a natural nous about how to go fossicking around to find the best and most useful sites on the net, which us older ones can't match. It was great to have Wendy's information passed on." TOS Newsletter, Marlborough Writers Convenor Annette Rattray WORDS ON PAGE WORKSHOP GREYMOUTH 2019: WEST COAST WRITERS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR, TOS Newsletter. West Coast Writers convenor Katrina Brown: "West Coast Writers has had a busy, productive year, with two workshop series with the fabulous writer and mentor Wendy Scott, and members really getting into their current projects as a result of these workshops." WORKSHOP (6 sessions) Greymouth & Hokitika 2019: How To Write a Fiction Novel "Wendy's 'How to Write a Fiction Novel' workshop gives an in-depth view into the entire novel writing process. It was informative, fun and interesting. I came away from it with a new way to look at the way I write. The course has given me the confidence and knowledge to take me to the publishing stage and beyond." Arianna S WORKSHOP JAN 2014 NELSON: BREAKING INTO PRINT Creative Journeys Summer School (co-hosted with Ro Cambridge) "The one-on-one mentor session was especially valuable … you gave me next steps for my own personal project. I feel more empowered than before and see my publishing options now as a reality" Fred R WORKSHOP MARCH 2014 NELSON: SELF-PUBLISHING Top of the South Branch of the New Zealand Society of Authors “Wendy showed us how to promote ourselves as writers, whether we will publish ‘traditionally’ or do it ourselves. She showed us all tools to use to create a profile of our own and make it work for us" Annika O "There was an incredibly contented vibe in the air at the end of each day - we were really learning lots! Such a lot of good information, experience and advice you passed on to us. You explained in detail all the possible avenues for publishing, and I think your one-on-one interviews on the last day were really helpful –you gave us specific guidance on which route was best for our own work. Ro Cambridge’s day on web-site creation was synergistic with your classes too" Christine H June 2016 Nelson NZ Society of Authors (Top of the South Branch)
I was invited to speak about my award winning book, Hieroglyph. Earbuds & cartouches - how an idea evolved into a story. Thanks to a lovely audience. Wendy Scott, one of the keynote speakers for the Picton Writers' Forum.
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WANT TO KNOW MORE?
If you have any questions, would like more information about workshops or tutoring I'd be happy to talk with you. I look forward to hearing from you! 
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