The Story Bridge people
| Industry | Education |
|---|---|
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Introduction | JAMES GEORGE - I am a professional creative writing teacher and mentor, based in Auckland. I've been teaching for 10 years at various venues (including Auckland University Continuing Education, AUT and Unitec) and have mentored on the Masters of Creative Writing Programmes at AUT and Auckland University. I've also done writers workshops in the community for many years and events for Toi Maori Aotearoa. As a writer I've published three novels, two of which have been shortlisted for major awards. I love teaching and helping people to get into the world of creative narrative and storytelling. JOCELYN WATKIN – I am a full-time writer, blogger, promoter, freelance journalist and lecturer and I love helping people to find the best way to create, publish and promote their stories. I have self- published and marketed two of my own books and three collections from new writers. I became a professional writer when my photographer husband and I drove around the world in a classic Land Rover in 1998/99. I have tertiary qualifications in journalism, teaching and management, including a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). |
| Favorite Books | Unfurled - Fresh Writers from Manukau and Papakura, edited by James George. |