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I’ve always loved reading books and as an imaginative child I also loved immersing myself in stories. While living in Adelaide , Australia, I spotted a course on How To Write A Novel. I signed up immediately and in the class I felt I had come “home” at last to my first love. I made a commitment to myself there and then: I would write a fantasy novel. Well, I didn’t stop at one! Once I had begun, I found that I was hooked! I loved inventing characters and building stories around them. Now, I always have new characters nagging at me to be written into new stories. My books have won multiple international book awards.

Award-Winning Author & Writing Coach Wendy Scott

Pen names:

Wendy Scott ~ Fantasy (mature readers)

WJ Scott ~ Children’s, Preteen, Teen, All Ages (family-friendly)

Wendy Jayne ~ Short stories, other genres (paranormal, romance, comtemporary, comedy, and journals)

In 2005 I moved from Australia, back to NZ with my partner, my son (aged 5 months) and our dog. We owned a 3 acre property on the outskirts of a little town called Hokitika and planned to build a house. So, with a 6 month old baby tucked under one arm, my trusty laptop under the other, and an aging Staffordshire terrier on my heels, we moved into a house-truck on our land while we built the house.
House-truck living was a mixture of wonderful and hideous – definitely not for the faint-hearted, although very character-building!

After 3 ½ years the house was finished – Yah!

While the house and my character were being built we lived completely off the grid. My laptop was powered by solar power and most nights I tapped away by candle light. 

Awards

Writing Coach

Need help starting or finishing your story? I offer 1-on-1 coaching.

Limited places. My most popular package is 4 hrs coaching/assessment (plus 1 bonus hr) for $200 NZD.

Please message me for more details: wendyscottbooks@gmail.com

Testimonial:

‘I was impressed with the constructive feedback provided by Wendy Scott on my sample manuscript. Her suggestions were meaningful and carefully considered, relevant to the story and style of writing.
Wendy picked up instances of repetition and overuse of words, sometimes unseen by a writer who is too close to their own work. She gave an honest impression of the story’s pace, dialogue, characterisation and credibility, invaluable observations.
During the process, Wendy readily kept in touch, her response time to questions prompt.
If you want someone completely detached from your work to cast an eye over a sample, I would highly recommend Wendy.’ – Angela Woolf.

Writing Workshops (NZ)

I offer a variety of workshops including:

WORKSHOP: HOW TO WRITE A FICTION NOVEL

  • ​Usually 6 weekly sessions.
  • In this workshop I explain: how to start, plot, story arcs, genre, style, POV (point of view), setting the scene, characterisation, dialogue, editing & shaping, and how to finish writing a novel.

WORKSHOP: VIVID WRITING – HOW TO MAKE YOUR WRITING SING!

  • During the last 5 years, Hokitika based author, Wendy Scott, has been awarded over 10 international book awards and distinctions. This workshop explores the techniques used by Wendy to paint mind pictures that bring readers closer to the characters and their story. Plus Wendy will share her tips on how to avoid alienating potential readers.
  • This is a fun and interactive 3 hour workshop to help stimulate your writing.​

WORKSHOP: CREATIVE WRITING

  • Interactive writing activities.
  • Imaginative, creative, and fun.
  • Flexible number of sessions.
Please message me wendyscottbooks@gmail.com

Testimonials:

WORDS ON PAGE WORKSHOP GREYMOUTH 2019:
WEST COAST WRITERS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR, TOS Newsletter.
West Coast Writers convenor Katrina Brown:

“West Coast Writers has had a busy, productive year, with two workshop series with the fabulous writer and mentor Wendy Scott, and members really getting into their current projects as a result of these workshops.

NELSON WORKSHOPS NOVEMBER 2019:
WENDY SCOTT’S WORKSHOPS – REPORT TOS Newsletter:
Top of the South branch Secretary, Jean Gorman, excerpt:
“Following feedback that members would like workshops on Writing and Marketing, NZSA Top of the South branch hosted two workshops by multi-award-winning author Wendy Scott in Richmond last weekend. Those who attended had a great day and came out buzzing!
We spent a most enjoyable three hours bouncing ideas around. Next time we entice Wendy from her hideout in Hokitika, do come along!”

WORKSHOP (6 sessions) Greymouth & Hokitika 2019: 
How To Write a Fiction Novel
“Wendy’s ‘How to Write a Fiction Novel’ workshop gives an in-depth view into the entire novel writing process. It was informative, fun and interesting. I came away from it with a new way to look at the way I write. The course has given me the confidence and knowledge to take me to the publishing stage and beyond.” Arianna S

WORKSHOP JAN 2014 NELSON: BREAKING INTO PRINT Creative Journeys Summer School (co-hsted with Ro Cambridge).

“The one-on-one mentor session was especially valuable … you gave me next steps for my own personal project. I feel more empowered than before and see my publishing options now as a reality” Fred R

WORKSHOP MARCH 2014 NELSON: SELF-PUBLISHING
Top of the South Branch of the New Zealand Society of Authors

“Wendy showed us how to promote ourselves as writers, whether we will publish ‘traditionally’ or do it ourselves. She showed us all tools to use to create a profile of our own and make it work for us.” Annika O                                                                                                               

“There was an incredibly contented vibe in the air at the end of each day – we were really learning lots! Such a lot of good information, experience and advice you passed on to us. You explained in detail all the possible avenues for publishing, and I think your one-on-one interviews on the last day were really helpful –you gave us specific guidance on which route was best for our own work.” Christine H

Arbonne Independent Consultant

Wendy is also passionate about being healthy inside & out.

Mind, Body, & Skin

Please visit my website http://www.wendyjscott.arbonne.com

Ask me about the 30 Days To Healthy Living Plan, Healthy Habits, or the BeWell Club.

Our Approach

Healthy living to improve MIND. BODY. SKIN.™

We believe in a holistic approach to beauty, health and
wellbeing, focusing on the whole person to help them
flourish inside and out.

Our philosophy embraces the connection between a healthier mind, stronger body, and more beautiful skin.

We innovate using premium plant-based ingredients grounded in science and clinical research with high standards for safety. We collaborate with holistic experts and our passionate community for new products and education.

Our healthy-living lifestyle and entrepreneurial business opportunity foster a positive mindset that helps people and communities flourish.

Arbonne products are Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Formulated Gluten-free.*

Available: USA, Canada, UK, Poland, Australia & NZ.

http://www.wendyjscott.arbonne.com

I’m looking for positive, coachable, and friendly people to join my team – please message me via the website http://www.wendyjscott.arbonne.com