Workshops, talks and readings...
I offer a range of workshops, readings or presentations which can be tailored to the requirements of your event. I can deliver these alone or with a fellow author.
I have provided workshops and presentations for writing groups, libraries, events, bookshops etc. I can provide Powerpoint or 'prezi' presentations if a suitable projector/ stand is available - for example, a recent 'Steampunk arts and crafts' workshop for Dudley Library included a bespoke 'prezi' presentation. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
I have provided workshops and presentations for writing groups, libraries, events, bookshops etc. I can provide Powerpoint or 'prezi' presentations if a suitable projector/ stand is available - for example, a recent 'Steampunk arts and crafts' workshop for Dudley Library included a bespoke 'prezi' presentation. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
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Workshop topics might include:
- the writing process - genres: how important are they? - an introduction to the steampunk genre? - historical links and references in The Automata Wars - 'steampunking your writing - a participant-led retelling of a classic book or film, with a few 'subtle' twists provided. Previous events have 'steampunk'd' The Hobbit, Star Wars and Pirates of the Caribbean - see trailer to your right! I can also provide factual/ academical historical presentations, based around my Master of Arts (West Midlands History) dissertation subject, Victorian prostitution in Lichfield 1877 - 1896 Short performances of fiction works can also be tailored to your requirements. To the right you will see a youtube film of The Automata Wars Volume 2 book launch, featuring readings from the book; and also a short reading from The Home Front, Volume 1 of The Automata Wars. Readings can be short, long, performance based, and can be interactive. My qualifications: - 10 years+ experience of designing & delivering workshop and training materials across a range of disciplines. - Trained Coach - Qualified to NVQ 3 in Guidance. - Member of the National Association of Writers in Education, with full public liability insurance through that body. |
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Feedback from previous events:
Thank you so much for your clearly organised, effectively delivered, informative and stimulating presentation on Saturday. We were very impressed.
- Dr Malcolm Dick, Director, Centre for West Midlands History, Staffordshire History Day, March 2015
The audience was more than willing to participate in this activity and the outcome was very entertaining.
- review of 'Star Wars: Steampunk'd' workshop at the Surrey Steampunk Convivial, Feb 2015
I am pleased to say that Linzi's workshop of Art and Culture was both enjoyable and enlightening. Given that this event was the first of its kind at our Library, we were very lucky with both our speakers. The information provided was useful for all who attended, especially those with little or no prior knowledge, and the workshop allowed everyone to get involved. We hope that she will be able to give another talk at future events, especially from feedback we had from the audience.
- Dudley Library, November 2013
Being new to Steampunk culture, and unsure how to make my way into it, I found Linzi's talk incredibly helpful. Despite the time constraints, she was able to give an well-paced and informative workshop, which not only allowed the audience to contribute but made everyone feel comfortable, regardless of prior knowledge. Outside the talk, Linzi was easy to approach, happy to give advice, and even allowed me to quote her for my degree.
- attendee, Dudley Library Steampunk event, November 2013.
