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Merice Briffa

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Teacher Rating:
  • Currently 4.6/5 Stars.

(12 Total Sessions)

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$15 Unblocking Writer's Block (30 mins)
$16 IDEA-OUTLINE-PLOT (2 class course)
$17 FUN WRITING EXERCISES ( 2 class course)
$18 Critique and Advice (45 mins)
$25 Help With Any Writing Problem (60 mins)
$28 NOW OR NEVER NOVEL WRITING (4 class course)
$30 CHARACTERS AND DIALOGUE (4 class course)
$32 BETWEEN THE COVERS (4 class course)
$34 THE FAMILY HISTORY NOVEL (4 class course)

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About Me

I AM BACK ON EDUFIRE!!!!!

I am an Internationally published author – German, French, English, Norwegian – of over 10 books. I write in English, my main genres being historical fiction and fact/fiction.

My writing credits also include anthologised short stories, photographically illustrated magazine features plus a co-authored memoir. My first ever published work was ‘A Ballet Lesson’, an illustrated book on ballet technique for children.

In 1998 I was President of Romance Writers of Australia.

No matter the genre of a novel – romance, suspense, mystery, fantasy, etc. – the core elements of novel construction and quality writing remain constant.

Every novel requires a good plot, engaging characters and believable dialogue, to name just 3 elements. There are many other aspects of the writer’s craft that are essential to writing that page-turning novel.

I am here because I love writing and love teaching. I am a skilled communicator with considerable tutoring experience. I am happy to guide students in whatever aspect of the writing craft they wish to study.

When you request a session, simply state what aspect of writing you wish to study. I can give you a critique of your writing if that is what you want.

My fact/fiction historical novels are on the reading list for english students at Griffith University in Brisbane.

My home town is Brisbane, Australia.

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Merice only uses eduFire.

Credentials

  • Adult Community Education Tutor – topics as listed

  • Writing For Magazines

  • Romance Writing

  • Six Writing Essentials

  • Writing For Children

  • Turning The Family History Into a Great Novel

  • Novel Construction

  • Good, Bad and Quirky Characters

  • The Writers Craft

  • Writing Historical Novels

  • Life Story Writing

  • Workshop Presenter at:-
    Queensland Writers Centre
    New South Wales Writers Centre
    Canberra Writers Centre
    New South Wales Regional Centres
    Queensland Regional centres

  • Writer in Residence – Tasmanian Writers Centre1998

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Valerie on Sunday Feb 1

Testimonials

Patricia B. Merice is a professional at what she does. She stays true to the task of tutoring and mentoring the craft of writing. In the many hours I have spent in her company, she has never tried to divert me to her website or tried to sell me anything--this speaks of her integrity as a professional and her genuine interest in helping fellow writers. She states her credentials clearly on her page, and doesn't waste my time re-stating them during a presentation. For each presentation, she is on-time, prepared and interesting. It doesn't take long to realize just how knowledgeable she is about writing, and she generously shares her wisdom. Her classes are fun and informative. She has a warm sense of humor and appreciation for other points-of-view. I have taken five classes so far, and I will be taking more in the future. I highly, highly recommend this tutor to anyone.

Patricia on Monday Apr 6

Patricia B. I have taken five of Merice’s classes, and I plan on taking more. She is very knowledgeable in her craft as a writer, and is very generous in sharing that knowledge. She’s always well-prepared and professional. Merice is personable and interested in her students as fellow writers. I find her warmth and sense of humor to be very appealing.

Patricia on Monday Apr 6

Kimberly  Brewer Merice is a wonderful teacher. I enjoy all of her classes. The classes are comfortable and informative. Class participation is encouraged. I've already learned so much from Merice about what it takes to be a writer. I highly recommend her classes for anyone who has an interest in becoming a published writer. Merice's classes are also wonderful for those who like to write for fun or, even just thinking about writing. You rock, Merice!

Kimberly on Monday Apr 6

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Tutor Stats

  • 6 Completed Classes
    1 NOW OR NEVER NOVEL WRITING (4 class course) Class
    5 The Writers Craft (60 mins) Classes
  • 11 Completed Class Sessions
    4 NOW OR NEVER NOVEL WRITING (4 class course) Class Sessions
    7 The Writers Craft (60 mins) Class Sessions
  • 1 Completed Tutor Session
    1 Bring Your Characters to Life (45mins) Tutor Session
  • Last Session:
    Sunday Feb 1 at 1:37 PM
  • Last Login:
    Saturday Nov 21 at 3:51 AM
  • Location:
    Brisbane, Qld, Australia
    Time Zone:
    Brisbane
  • On eduFire Since:
    Tuesday Jan 20, 2009
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