“I wanted to thank you for our writing class because it helped me so much in writing my Grandfather's tribute (I had to say something during his funeral).  I thought I would send it along to you.  I used a lot of tips from our class and forced myself to write through the doubt and uncertainty of being able to put something down that was both truthful and balanced.  Thanks again, you are a wonderful facilitator and your class has helped me more than you could know.”

Cecilia Moorcroft

Introducing the Story

Summer 2007

“Sarah’s writing classes helped make writing one of my closest friends. Her expansive spirit leaves room for all styles and personalities. She’s a truly talented teacher, helping guide even the most timid. Sign up now!”

Peggi Lepage

Introducing the Workshop

Winter 2009

“Thank you for running such a valuable workshop... After your course, I realized that a lot of writers I've approached aren't able to communicate the nuances of the process. I was told the same things over and over (show, don't tell; eliminate cliches; know your characters, etc). But all of the "tools" felt lifeless to me, in my hands -- depressing! This shifted in your workshop. It's like you're able to take us to the trap door at the back of the stage and lead us to the mechanics of writing.”

Berkley Brady

Introducing the Story

Winter 2008

“Sarah's writing workshops are the anchor that ensures writing practice in my week. Her classes and exercises provide a rich soil from which to generate material and keep going to the first draft and beyond. The classes are consistently supportive and the people I have met through Sarah's workshops have helped create a necessary writing community.”

Mary Wood

Writing Practice

Spring 2009

“Writing and sharing a short story made me more nervous then I care to admit. Sarah does an excellent job of creating a safe space in her classes, offering constructive tips and tricks to start (and finish) stories in an environment that is never intimidating or critical. It is her warmth and the collegial atmosphere she creates that makes her workshops so enjoyable, giving me confidence to go places with my writing that I wouldn't have reached on my own.”

Julia Magnuson-Ford

Writing Practice

Spring 2009

“Sarah teaches us how to explore. Like cavers new to the sport, she equips us with headlamps, helmets and snacks. If it weren’t for her instruction I’d still be in the dark calling out “hello” and hearing it being repeated back to me.”

Ilka de Laat

Introducing the Workshop

Winter 2008