My life as a writer

by Penny Tangey

Description

Penny talks about how she became a writer. From her first attempt at writing a novel in Grade Four (it was only 500 words), to hating creative writing in high school, to getting Loving Richard Feynmanpublished. The talk includes examples of Penny’s writing when growing up including parodies and her diaries.

Topics:
  • Writing in primary and secondary school
  • Getting published
  • Writing and working
  • Question time

Details

Audience

Secondary students

Duration

50-60 minutes

Requirements

Data Projector, laptop (PC, USB stick)

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