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Are you ready to write your stories?

Would you like to take the stores you have written to the next level?

Do you need a writing community with a coach that only wants you to succeed?
Please join me for my annual winter memoir retreat.
The Best Ever Memoir Writing Session is 6 Sessions s in total: Delivered over seven weeks.
All Six Classes Are ON Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm (EST) 
Feb 23-April 6.
Exact Dates: Feb 23, March 2nd, March 9,  March 16, (March 23rd no class) March 30, April 6th.
Great for all levels of writers. “Whatever your ability I create a safe space for you to learn and I will meet you where you are at. I will make sure you get the tools you need to succeed.”
HOW DO THE CLASSES WORK?
Classes are a combo of inspiring lessons, hacks from a writer with 4 decades of experience, with tips for writing for the stage and page. You will be given focused prompts, with both group reading and break-out room discussions. You will receive hands-on coaching that is kind and helpful. A select group of writers will be able to read more developed work. ( Please let me know if that is of interest)
All classes are recorded which you can download (up to a month after the class.)
Free mid-week tips delivered to your inbox.
BONUS: THE SEVEN-MINUTE WRITER TOOLKIT DELIVERED AS SOON AS YOU REGISTER.

E-TRANSFER to debkimmett@gmail.com $329.00 plus HST =42.77 =371.77

———WRITING STUDENTS WEIGH IN——–
“Life changing. I am so glad I met you.” Michelle Metivier.” TV producer.
“Deborah is my ‘To Sir With Love’ teacher. “Bella Grundy, Acting Agent.
“Kimmett is one of the best memoir teachers out there.  Every class refocused me and ignited my imagination. Every time I attend it keeps getting better and more focused.” Helen McGaughey
“It’s a combo of a pep talk, prompts and a lot of laughter. It’s a great way to reconnect with yourself. Using the pen you walk yourself back to your ideas.” Ellana G.
WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH:
 6 recorded classes you have access to for 30 days online. ( You can download them to keep forever.)
Inspiring Bon-Mots to keep you going.
A renewed belief in your ability to sit with your idea and write.
Bonus pep talks.
Etransfer to debkimmett@gmail.com. $329.00 PLUS HST 42.77= $371.77

Why study with Deborah Kimmett?

Deborah is an award-winning author. She has written for the stage and page for over 45 years and has been a mentor for writers for 38. Having taught at Second City for over 20 years she knows how to give you the tools you need to succeed with your idea. She created the virtual program The Seven Minute Writer’s Tool Kit and has taught at universities and colleges across Canada. A playwright, ( Miracle Mother shortlisted for Governor General Award) A TV writer, and author of 5 books, ( 2025-memoir WindowShopping for God named a best-seller) On top of that she is a comedian on shows like CBC’s Laugh Out Loud, Winnipeg Comedy Festival and The Debaters. But more importantly, she delivers as a teacher and has what it takes to help you get your ideas off the ground.

“Study with me if you want safe but honest coaching, with a group of like-minded people. I am good at coaching for personal stories and humour grounded in reality. I am not versed in fantasy, or sci or mysteries.”)