If you are a member of the National Storytelling Network (and if not, why not?) and save the hard copies of their amazing Storytelling Magazine, you know it is always filled with insightful articles from talented storytellers and educators.

I have been blessed to pen the Stor E Telling column since January of 2002 and…

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A few months ago I reached my 2012 personal blog goal of 100,000 readers. I am a firm believer in the quote, "A rising tide floats all boats"  so I decided to share the audience with my intelligent and creative colleagues in the form of Guest Blogger articles.…

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The  Chinese New Year begins on February 3 and 2011 is The Year of the Rabbit. Here are some tales,  crafts, curriculum and more to help you celebrate in style!



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A Rabbit Story - Tibet

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Brer Rabbit and Tar Baby - USA…

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In 2008 I was invited to particpate in a panel discussion at the National Storytelling Conference. Although I was unable to attend at the last minute due to a family members passing, I put together this handout for the attendees. I updated the information today and although the article is posted at my website, http://www.storybug.net/ on the Publications Page, I thought it might be useful here as well. I hope you find some new ideas to help you market your… Continue

Running your own business can be liberating but it can also resemble running through a maze, constantly trying to catch up, find your way, peek over the next obstacle...in short, being your own boss can be exhausting!



Storytelling is magical, yet the work can be extremely solitary when we are out of the 'spotlight.' Taking care of your own business requires long hours and is very different than working for a boss who has control over everything, both good and bad.



I came… Continue

Storytellers need to pay attention to stories but also to marketing their skills. If you are new to the business of storytelling or revamping your image, here are some sites to help you brand yourself with style!



"Exploring brand marketing concepts is a great way to fine-tune your business model and business practices, but what is branding and why is it important?



A strong brand is invaluable as the battle for customers intensifies day by day. It's important to spend time… Continue

I am very excited! We now have the schedule for the Story Cafe at ArtWorks in New Bedford, MA complete through 2010! This is a fabulous line-up, talent galore from around New England to Newfoundland, Germany and back again. In June and September, you get two featured tellers in one evening! What's not to love?



September 26, 2009 - Simon Brooks - New Hampshire

October 17, 2009 - Carolyn Martino - Rhode… Continue

There is a wealth of public domain stories available on the Internet. Part of my work is writing a research column for the national Storytelling Magazine, a member benefit of the National Storytelling Network. I research and evaluate web sites specific to the art of Oral Tradition… Continue