Lisa Albert’s love of reading and creating stories began when she was introduced to the magic of words as a very young child. Today, in addition to being an author, Lisa also works as a Library Aide in a Waukesha County school and finds great satisfaction assisting K-8 readers.

Lisa’s books include: Lois Lowry: The Giver of Stories (2007), Memories (2007), So You Want to be a Film or TV Actor? (2008), and Stephenie Meyer: Author of the Twilight Saga (Enslow 2009). Her thought-provoking young adult novel, Mercy Lily, debuts from Flux Books in October 2011.

Along with writing for teens, Lisa’s been a contributing writer for the Children’s Writer’s & Illustrator’s Market (Writer’s Digest Books), where her feature articles and interviews have appeared. She’s been a member of the SCBWI since 1996 and enjoys giving presentations on all aspects of writing to aspiring authors and students. She has presented at SCBWI events, the SE-WI Book Festival, and the American Library Association National Conference. She’s able to adapt programs to fit your needs and offers visits in person or via Skype.

Presentations and Workshops:

• Life as an Author: Playing Pretend & Digging Up the Facts
  • grades 4 and up
  • 45 minute presentation plus 15 minute Q&A
• Top Ten Tips for A+ Writing
  • Grades 5 thru adult
  • 45 minute presentation plus 15 minute Q&A
• Author 101: Bringing Your Writing to the Next Level
  • Grades 8 thru adult
  • 45 minute presentation plus 15 minute Q&A
• Breaking into the Educational Market: How to Get Your Foot in the Door
  • Adults
  • 45 minute presentation plus 15 minute Q&A
• Top Ten Tips for Writing Nonfiction: From Idea to Finished Product
  
  (and everything in between)
  • 3 hour program available as one session or 3 or 4 shorter sessions

Contact Information:
Website: www.LisaAlbert.com
Email: writes4kids@wi.rr.com

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