Give Your Library a Little Literary BITE
Along with whatever funds we can scrounge up via writing, most authors suplement their incomes while giving back to the arts community. I tour whenever time allows, connecting with teachers, librarians, and writers – young or old. This October I'm touring with the Young Alberta Book Society's (YABS) Taleblazers lit fest. YABS acts as a booking agent, handling all the scheduling details for their touring artists (writers, illustrators, storytellers, etc) and the venue organization, school or public library.
It's pretty nifty. This will be my second year touring and I'm looking forward to seeing more of Alberta and our thriving arts community / young writers. In addition to live visits, I'm also keen on short….FREE….Skype visits, or I can record a vlog / podcast for you on a specific topic of interest. Email me and we'll work something out. 
In case you want to see my literary street credit, here are a few recent references:
"While I am not a writer, I certainly learned a lot about the process and what it takes to become one. I love to read and always have but I now have a new respect for the work that goes into writing a book. Judith is an excellent speaker, intelligent and funny and an absolute pleasure to be around! I look forward to hosting her again soon at our library in Edson."
~ Suzy Miller, Edson Public Library
"Armed with commercial clips, a personal writing play list, dramatic activities as well as, of course, writing activities, Judith illustrated her message using media, action and words. She was independent in her set up, had everything she needed (including a swack of books and give-aways) and was ready to teach when the class began. Many of the students talked to me personally after telling me they loved what they learned in Judith's class and later that night at the Spotlight Cafe we heard from several of her students who read what they wrote in her class. Judith is a talented writer, an entertainer, and a passionate and reliable instructor. I support her future employment in the literary arts wholeheartedly."
~ Lisa Murphy-Lamb B.Ed., M.Ed, Coordinator,WordsWorth Youth Writing Program
Click HERE for the full reference letter from the Young Alberta Book Society.
