Do you want to write and know that you have something to say
but can’t seem to get going?

Do you need to create informational articles for your web page
or to promote your services, and you’re stuck?

Announcing Donna Cunningham's Online Writing Courses
for Astrology, New Age, and Self-Help Markets

Like many gifted metaphysical professionals, you may want to write about your work but need support and guidance in getting through the process. Have you written promising pieces but know they must be revised? Are you stalled on a writing project and want a push to get moving again? The boost you need for a breakthrough can come from online classes by experienced astrological author and editor Donna Cunningham, plus the structure and support of a group of fellow students. Donna now offers online writing seminars in chatroom format to provide a nurturing structure for New Age and self-help professionals.

An internationally-respected astrologer, Donna Cunningham is the author of 19 books, thousands of articles, and a decade of advice columns. Donna has also edited metaphysical journals since 1984, including ten years of Vibration Magazine, the free online educational quarterly about flower essences. As an editor, her special joy has been to seek out practitioners of the metaphysical arts and guide them in writing about their experiences.

Here are comments from students in her most recent writing seminar:

“Donna's Online Writing Seminar definitely exceeded my expectations. She is an accomplished writer/editor and it shows in every aspect of her class. She is a skilled teacher, enthusiastic, sensitive to the needs of the student, and readily available for questions. She provided numerous resources on writing, editing and publishing as well articles geared to my specific writing topics. I have already recommended her class to friends and will continue to do so in the future.” AP

“When it comes to passion for writing and teaching, Donna is the most inspiring teacher I have ever worked with. It has been amazing how much we covered in those six weeks. The classes were well organized, stimulating and productive. My wonderful classmates added to the pleasure when we were discussing our work, while Donna kept us on track. Not only did we write, research, revise, clarify, and comment on each other's work, we gained so much confidence in the process. A precious experience. I hope there will be follow up classes.” YD

SEMINAR ONE: WRITING WEB PAGE MATERIAL
FOR YOUR ASTROLOGICAL OR METAPHYSICAL PRACTICE

How long have you been saying you’re going to create a web page--or update the old one--when you get around to it? Maybe this is the time! Many gifted professionals struggle to build a client base due to lack of experience in the crucial yet easily-neglected area of promoting their work. Donna has 40 years of experience in marketing her books, classes and services and was also a professional web designer. In this 5-session online seminar in chatroom format, she shares her expertise and guides students through the process of creating web site articles and other outreach materials to expand an astrological or metaphysical practice.

Topics include: defining your target audience as well as what is unique about your approach; using the power of intention and other metaphysical tools to enhance your outreach; special considerations in writing for the internet; Identifying blocks and resistances to self-promotion; portraying yourself and your work with accuracy and integrity; hype vs. education in your materials; what you need to know about the use of case examples or testimonials; introduction to website traffic builders—links, search engine submission, keyword selection, blogs, and submission to online article collections. See a sample from session 1 here.

The lecture and reading materials for each 2-hour session build a base of knowledge in how to market a New Age practice with integrity, accuracy, and confidence. In a supportive, small group setting, Donna and fellow students provide feedback on the evolving materials. In addition to class sessions, students commit to meeting in pairs each week by phone or chatroom to brainstorm and critique the materials they are developing. During this intensive, students will be asked to complete fove manageable, structured assignments that are the basis of usable materials for a web page, newsletter, or other promotional outlets.

Dates: Meets Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30 PM Pacific on 9/16 and 9/23; 2-week hiatus for writing; meets 10/7 and 10/14; 2-week hiatus for writing;followup class on 10/28. Tuition: $219.00 plus $75 registration fee. For more information or to register, go to the Online College of Astrology, an excellent school with courses on all levels of astrology from beginning to professional. To ask Donna a question about this course or to receive announcements about future courses, send Donna an email.

SEMINAR TWO: WRITING FOR ASTROLOGICAL AND METAPHYSICAL MARKETS

6-week Seminar Beginning Saturday, October 4, 2008: In weekly chatroom meetings, Donna will guide participants in breaking through writing barriers and creating at least one short piece. The initial series is limited to eight members, who can range anywhere from beginning writers to New Age or self-help professionals who want to share the knowledge they’ve gained from many years of practice. Donna and fellow students will critique one piece for each student.

Topics to be discussed in this seminar include blocks and barriers to writing, fantasies about what writing will do for you, identifying the purpose of your article and the target audience, narrowing a broad subject down to a manageable piece, using the power of intention, crafting a great beginning, researching your topic, and revising to give your writing clarity and impact.

Dates: Meets Saturdays from 1:00-2:30 PM Pacific. Tuition: $219.00 plus $75 registration fee. For more information or to register, go to the Online College of Astrology.

“I was deeply touched by the class—my first experience in giving and receiving writing feedback. Among Donna’s many gifts is that of generously giving of herself in her teaching: on-target feedback, handouts, and creative assignments. It was a blast!” SB

“Donna's writing class was a prefect fit for me! I've been writing astrology articles for an Internet-based magazine for a few years and I was ready to branch out. Donna very generously shared her tried and true methods for writing astrology material that is engaging and fun to read and write. Feedback on my writing was both supportive and well-thought out. I now have a lot more tools to pursue my writing goals.” TS

Available early in 2009 will be an eight-week correspondence course for those who can't work online classes into their schedule or who need to move at their own pace. Inquire about the plans here.

For more information on these writing seminars and others in the planning stages and to receive announcements about future courses, send Donna an email.

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Donna's ebooklet, “So You Want to Write—Techniques and Tips from Miss Prolific, ” shares what she's learned from 40 years of writing experience and shows you how to be as prolific as she is. (See a downloadable sample here and order a copy here.) See a page of resources for writers here.