Welcome to my home on the web!
I
believe that learning is the heartbeat of life, compassion its soul, pursuit
of excellence its backbone, and creativity its laughter made visible. My
career as a writer and as an advocate for responsible interaction with
animals has enabled me to intertwine these elements into both a body of
work, and an integrated approach to my life. As a speaker, teacher, and
mentor, I strive to help other people weave the important threads of their
own lives into a cohesive, meaningful, and joyful whole.
Whether you are pursuing your creative journey as a writer or artist, or seeking ways to make life better for animals, or both! please enjoy your visit to my website. I hope you find your muse!
Writers
- Are you a new or struggling writer?
- Are you writing or planning a book?
- Does your creativity need a boost?
Sheila's resources for writers and other creative people
Animal Lovers
- Involved or interested in rescue?
- Looking for information about choosing, training, and caring for
pets?
Coming Up
October 1, Pittsburgh: Writers and Other Animals: How to Write About Pets and Get Paid for Your Work
October 2-3, Pittsburgh: Sheila presenting Beating Burnout and Volunteer Management at Animal Rescue Superhighway Conference.
November 13, Chicago: Sheila presenting Volunteer Management at Good as Gold Rescue Conference
New!
New workshops from Sheila, including:
Tickle Your Muse: A playshop for writers, artists, and anyone who wants to stir their creativity.
Beating Burnout: A seminar or 1-day workshop for volunteers in animal rescue.
See all of Sheila's workshops.
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