Overview

Patricia Lynn Henley is available for special speaking engagements. Below is a list of topics. For booking information please contact Lisa Walter at Adams Walter Communications, (707) 996-1529, lisa@adamswalter.com.

Writing Down A Life
Patricia explores her seven-year collaboration with Elda Del Bino Willitts that resulted in “The Sugar’s at the Bottom of the Cup.” She outlines the methods she used to go from tape recording their weekly Italian dinners together to the publication of this highly detailed and entertaining narrative nonfiction book.

Memories to Memoir
Get a clear overview of the steps involved to turn memories into an intriguing autobiography. Patricia provides a detailed look at what is needed when writing for family and friends, and what it takes to write for wider publication -- and why one manuscript won’t do for both purposes.

Preserving Family Lore
Learn how to get creatively organized to turn family letters, recipes, genealogies and more into a printed product that will delight friends and relatives for generations.