With 10 published books and 15 years of experience as an elementary English Language Arts teacher across 3 continents, I relish connecting with readers, writers, and artists of all ages.

Sharing insights into the enchanting world of writing and illustrating is a particular delight of mine, as is celebrating and demystifying the creative process and all its twists and turns.

With experience presenting to large groups and leading small workshops, I can tailor presentations to meet your needs. From multiple sessions in a day to multi-day workshops, I’m passionate about developing particular themes or concepts aligned to specific interests and needs. Sessions can be organized for in-person or video visits.

Presentations

PRESENTATIONS include a book reading and Q&A session. Content and topics can be customized as needed. Presentations range from 25 to 40 minutes, based on audience age.

Presentation Topics:

  • How an idea becomes a book

  • The writing and editing process

  • Drawing demonstration

  • Show don’t tell in pictures and words

Workshops

WORKSHOPS are approximately one hour and include a 20-minute presentation with aligned student activity. Limited to 30 students for increased interaction, workshops are adaptable for different age groups.

Workshop Topics:

  • Brainstorming- No idea is a bad idea

  • Storyboard that story!

  • The semicolon will change your life!

  • Show don’t tell- the key to good fiction

  • Basic shapes for character design

  • Theme- what it is and how to use it

Visits can be in-person or via video link. If you are interested in arranging an event for your school, library, children’s museum, or bookstore, please email me at: tadghbentley@gmail.com.