Speaking

To hear me speak, please check out this interview with Zibby Owens, creator of the award-winning podcast Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books. I give talks at libraries, bookstores, and civic organizations about the business and craft of writing. Please contact me if you would like me to speak to your group. 

Topics include:

"Novel as Second Act"

I came to Phoenix in 1993 to build the Arizona Science Center. A dozen years later, in my sixties, I took on a different challenge—to begin a second career as a novelist. What was it like to start all over again? How does my experience compare to that of others facing a life transition? Let me share my lessons learned. (30 minutes plus Q&A.)

"Thinking About Writing a Book?"

As you begin to approach the book idea that's been back of mind for a while, there are five things you'd do well to consider before putting pen to paper or fingers to keys. Let me help you develop a book concept on which you can act. (30 minutes plus Q&A.)

Book Clubs

If you would like me to attend your book club meeting by Zoom, Facetime, or in person if you are in greater Phoenix, please write me at sheilagrinell@cox.net. I will be happy to discuss my work, my writing, or whatever you'd like me to address.