WRITING AND PERSONAL GROWTH
WORKSHOPS
Achieve
success by learning better writing and life skills via workshops offered by
April Kihlstrom—writer, speaker, and life coach. Cost depends on location (offered at my
location or onsite at yours), size of class, and the focus of class. Discounts are offered to students, nonprofit
organizations, and individuals on a case by case basis.
Examples
of workshops available include:
WRITING BASICS
Learn the basics of effective
writing. How do you plan a story? What elements make fiction or nonfiction
work? What makes an effective essay or
business report?
Note: The
version of this course for kids will include short story writing as well as
effective essays and reports.
Book In A Week
In one week, discover if you want to
write a book, how and when and what you write best, and how to get past fears
and self-doubt while doing so
10, 20,
30 Minutes to Write
Learn to deal with some of the most common writing challenges using 10, 20, or 30 minutes blocks of time.
writing down the years
Leave
a true legacy. Write your memoirs in a
way that maximizes the meaning they will have to members of other generations.
10,
20, 30 Minutes to Study
A way for students to get homework under control, study more effectively, produce better quality work, and build self-confidence while doing so.
10,
20, 30 Minutes to Real Life
A motivational workshop that includes very practical tips on how to break down what may feel like overwhelming tasks into manageable pieces that can be done in short blocks of time—and build self-confidence while doing so!
Note: For
tips on Book In A Week or 10, 20, 30 Minutes to Write,
please go to Book In A Week.
April Kihlstrom also now offers
personal coaching and classes in the areas of:
Writing
Public Speaking
Life Challenges and
Transitions
Imagery for
Self-empowerment
Who
is April Kihlstrom?
April Kihlstrom is the author of 31 books and
she now writes the first draft of every book with the Book In
A Week method. She has 28 years of
experience with the publishing industry and how it works.
A respected public speaker, April believes
that everyone can learn to speak effectively and with confidence. In particular, her Master of Science degree
is in Operations Research from the Engineering Department at
10, 20, 30 Minutes to Write grew out of questions posed to April by
attendees of her popular Book In A Week workshops.
10,
20, 30 Minutes to Study grew out of her experiences as a high achieving student
herself (Phi Beta Kappa, Honors Degree from Purdue University, MS from Cornell
University), as well as from her experiences raising a son with down syndrome,
a daughter who was co-valedictorian of her high school class and engineering
major at Stanford University, and tutoring the children of friends.
Perhaps what April Kihlstrom knows best,
however, is how to deal with life’s many challenges—whether writing, life
altering transitions, or simply every day stress. She has dealt with divorce, raising a
handicapped child, moving several times, a number of career challenges, as well
as the loss of people she loved. The
system she developed to deal with such experiences is universal and can be used
by anyone who is looking for a way to cope both with life’s challenges and with
life’s opportunities.
What do participants say
about April Kihlstrom’s workshops?
"April
Kihlstrom's workshop is insightful and helpful.
She uses her own experience—and her own success—to illustrate the Book
In A Week process, and makes writers believe in themselves again. Her energy is infectious, and her generous
spirit is inspiring. This workshop is a
sure cure for writer's block, burnout, and other doldrums!" Alicia Rasley,
multi-published author and writing instructor
"I loved April Kihlstrom's
workshop. Her enthusiasm, joy, and
practical tips inspired me." attendee, Denver RWA national conference
"April Kihlstrom's workshop was
worth the entire conference fee." attendee, Denver RWA national conference
“Kihlstrom
is a talented, personable speaker and motivator who practices what she preaches.
Her workshops ring true and bring great results!” Christine Bush,
multi-published author
“I was EXHAUSTED after that one week of
BIAW. However, I made real progress, finished the book AND sold it. (
For more
information and a schedule of fees, contact April via email at either: April
Kihlstrom or at April Kihlstrom 2. Note: I give two email addresses
because I know that email is not always reliable. If you email me and do not get a reply,
please try the alternative email address—PLEASE do NOT assume that I am
ignoring you!
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