Is your writing life all it can be?
Let this book act as your personal coach, to explore the writing life you already have and the writing life you wish for, and close the gap between the two.
Gain insights through helpful stories from the authors’ established writing careers. Explore twelve simple (but vital) habits—through jour- naling, writing prompts, bonus activities, and discussion questions— that will help you build a more sustainable and satisfying writing life.
Sage, surprising, endlessly useful!
A genial marriage of practice and theory. For writers new and seasoned. This book is a winner.
—Phil Gulley, author of Front Porch Tales
On Being a Writer is part of T. S. Poetry Press’s Masters in Fine Living Series, designed to help people live a whole life through the power of reading, writing, and just plain living. Look for titles with the tabs read, write, live, play, learn, or grow — and join a culture of individuals interested in living deeply, richly.
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Authors
Ann Kroeker graduated from Indiana University as an English Major with a creative writing emphasis. She launched her freelance writing career as a young adult and has been working for over two decades as a writer, editor, and most recently as a writing coach. Author of two books and editor for both Tweetspeak Poetry and The High Calling, Ann is a sought-after resource for editorial guidance. She continues to explore new writing opportunities, speak in a range of venues, maintain connections in the publishing world, and work with writers to help them take the next step in their writing careers.
- Facebook (Author Page)
- Pinterest (with boards of particular interest to writers: Learning, Creativity, Curiosity; Writing, Blogging; Social Media)
Charity Singleton Craig graduated from Taylor University as a Mass Communications Major with an emphasis in print media. After a brief stint in newspaper journalism, Charity worked in several other industries throughout the years, all while attempting to live the writing life. Recently, she became a full-time freelance writer and editor, serving as a content and copy editor for The High Calling, a contributing writer for Tweetspeak Poetry, and a staff writer for Curator Magazine. She also serves several clients with their corporate communication needs.
Ordering Info
On Being a Writer was published October 24, 2014, by T. S. Poetry Press. It’s currently available on at most online retailers and is available for bulk, wholesale purchase from Ingrams.
Amazon – Paperback (aff link – Ann)
Amazon – Kindle (aff link – Ann)
“On Being a Writer is that rare guide to writing that is both practical and inspiriting. Ann Kroeker and Charity Singleton Craig show—wisely and winsomely—how the habits of writing are inextricably connected to the habits of being.”—Karen Swallow Prior, author of Booked: Literature in the Soul of Me and Fierce Convictions—The Extraordinary Life of Hannah More: Poet, Reformer, Abolitionist
AVAILABLE: December 1, 2014 at all major online book retailers
AUTHORS: Ann Kroeker and Charity Singleton Craig
PUBLISHER: T.S. Poetry Press . . . Masters of Fine Living Series
SYNOPSIS: On Being a Writer: 12 Simple Habits for a Writing Life That Lasts explores the question: is your writing life all it can be? Let this book act as your personal writing coach, to explore the writing life you already have and the writing life you wish for, and close the gap between the two. Gain insights through helpful stories from the authors’ established writing careers. Explore twelve simple (but vital) habits—through journaling, writing prompts, bonus activities, and discussion questions—that will help you build a more sustainable and satisfying writing life.
This book is a winner. —Phil Gulley, author of Front Porch Tales
Bios
Ann Kroeker: Ann Kroeker graduated from Indiana University as an English Major with a creative writing emphasis. She launched her freelance writing career as a young adult and has been working for over two decades as a writer and editor, and in 2013 began offering writing coach services. Author of two books and editor for both Tweetspeak Poetry and The High Calling, Ann is a sought-after resource for editorial guidance. She continues to explore new writing opportunities, speak in a range of venues, maintain connections in the publishing world, and work with writers to help them take the next step in their writing careers.
Charity Singleton Craig: Charity Singleton Craig graduated from Taylor University as a Mass Communications Major with an emphasis in print media. After a brief stint in newspaper journalism, Charity worked in several other industries, all while attempting to live the writing life. She is a freelance writer and editor, serving as a content and copy editor for The High Calling, a contributing writer for Tweets- peak Poetry, and a staff writer for Curator Magazine. She also serves the communication needs of corporate clients.
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Topics for Public Speaking or Workshops:
- The Business of Writing
- Writing Practice
- Self-Discovery in Writing
- Writing in Community
On Being a Writer Offered as Online Workshop
Are you waiting for your writing life to begin? Have you wondered when you’ll discover the magic formula for getting inspired, improving your skills, getting published, and being part of a real writing community?
The On Being a Writer workshop is for you.
Whoever you are, wherever you live, whatever it is you are doing, you can begin now.
Basic Approach
Read, think, journal and do exercises, discuss, play (maybe at a museum!), try, partner. A mix of off-line (personal) and online (classroom) opportunities. Four live video chats included.
8-Week Course Includes
• Learn how to identify yourself as a writer (includes how to take yourself seriously and forget about what the neighbors might think)
• Pinpoint your current successes and growth opportunities
• Successfully arrange your priorities for writing
• Surround yourself with inspiration—books, places, people and more
• Do the work: observe, find ideas, organize, query publications with finished pieces
• Explore the effects of writing: self-discovery, living in place, engaging with other writers, promoting your work
12-Week Course Also Includes
• Submit a writing sample (up to one page) to be edited by a professional editor
• Learn how to successfully create a balanced writing life—from professional editors with long-term writing careers
• Explore the costs of living the writing life
• Receive an attentive consultation for planning and taking the next steps in your writing life
For You
Private online group settings and most class materials, including free digital copies of T.S. Poetry’s On Being a Writer: 12 Simple Habits for a Writing Life That Lasts and Rumors of Water: Thoughts on Creativity & Writing, are included in the price. Please buy (or borrow) a copy of Ann Lamott’s Bird by Bird before the class begins on March 2.
“One of the best investments I’ve ever made. And it’s happening again with the awesome duo of Kroeker and Craig.”
– Sandra Heska King
Events
2016
Festival of Faith and Writing
April 14-16, 2016
“Advance Your Writing through Giving and Getting Feedback” Festival Circle
Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Mich.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Work of a Writer Workshop
April 9, 2016
Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library
250 N. Fifth Street, Zionsville, IN 46077
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Work of a Writer Workshop
February 6, 2016
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
1120 Stafford Road
Plainfield, Indiana 46168
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2015
On Being a Writer Workshop
October 21, 2015
7 p.m.
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
1120 Stafford Road
Plainfield, Indiana 46168
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
On Being a Writer Workshop
September 26, 2015
2-4 p.m.
IMCPL – Nora Branch
8625 Guilford Ave,
Indianapolis, IN 46240
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Local Author Fair
August 22, 2015
1-4 p.m.
Carmel Clay Public Library
55 4th Ave SE
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 814-3900
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Five-Minute Friday Retreat
August 8, 2015
1-3 p.m.
Online
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Writing Group Talk – Developing Habits for Writing Life That Lasts
May 28, 2015
1-2 p.m.
Westfield Washington Writers
Westfield Washington Public Library
333 West Hoover St. Westfield, Indiana 46074
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
‘Read Local’ Library Book Fair – Kokomo, IN
May 1, 2015
5:30-8 p.m.
Kokomo Howard County Public Library
220 N. Union St., Kokomo IN 46901
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
NOTE: Only Charity Singleton Craig will be attending this event.
On Being a Writer Workshop – Jumping Tandem: The Retreat
Developing Habits for a Writing Life That Lasts
May 1, 2015
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Carol Joy Holling Conference and Retreat Center
27416 Ranch Road, Ashland, NE 68003
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
NOTE: Ann Kroeker will lead the event in person; Charity Singleton Craig will participate remotely via video feed.
TCPL Authors’ Fair and Author Presentations – Lafayette, IN
“Don’t Submit Your Work … Until You’ve Self-Edited – Here’s How” with Charity Singleton Craig
April 11, 2015
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tippecanoe County Public Library
Lafayette, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
NOTE: Only Charity Singleton Craig will be attending this event. Charity’s presentation begins at 10 a.m. but the book fair and other presentations will go on all day.
On Being a Writer – Workshop – Online
March 2-May 22, 2015
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Making Literature Conference – Book Fair – Upland, IN
February 27-28, 2015
Taylor University
Upland, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Author Talk – Greencastle, IN
February 11, 2015
6-7:30 p.m.
Putnam County Library
Greencastle, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Brown Bag Lunch Talk – Frankfort, IN
February 4, 2015
12-1 p.m.
Frankfort Library
Frankfort, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2014
Public Launch Party and Book Signing – Carmel, IN
December 13, 2014
12:30-3 p.m.
Soho Cafe & Gallery
Carmel, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Public Launch Party and Book Signing – Greencastle, IN
December 9, 2014
5-7 p.m.
Eli’s Bookstore
Greencastle, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Public Launch Party and Book Signing – Frankfort, IN
December 3, 2014
6-7:30 p.m.
Flavors Coffee Shop
Frankfort, Indiana
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
On Being a Writer – Workshop – Round Rock, TX
Developing Habits for a Writing Life That Lasts
November 15, 2014
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hope Bible Fellowship
3805 Stonebridge Drive, Round Rock, Texas 78681
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC