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Cristen Iris Speaker

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Event organizers love my enthusiasm and commitment to their success. I see myself as your strategic partner, invested in your event and your attendees’ experience, not just a speaker.

Attendees love my straight-forward, results-oriented approach and fun but educational delivery. They also appreciate how I find ways to speak to authors at every skill level and stage of the publishing journey.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER, TOPIC PRESENTER, WORKSHOP LEADER, EXPERT PANELIST, PODCAST AND MEDIA GUEST

Cristen Iris Speaker

When you book me, I will

  • educate

  • entertain

  • inspire

  • and empower

your attendees, so they can move forward with confidence and the skills necessary to reach their goals.

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upcoming events

Idaho Writers Guild Member virtual class

Writing and Book Awards: The Why, Which, and When (to help you sell more books)

 
Wednesday, January 27th
6:30 p.m.
 

If you're not submitting your work for award consideration, you're missing out on a huge marketing opportunity. Join me in January to learn why they're so important and how to maximize exposure to sell more books.

Stay tuned for participation details, and join the Idaho Writers Guild today.

Idaho Writers Guild Membervirtual class

How to Avoid the Top 5 Novel-Writing Mistakes

 

Tuesday, June 8th, 2021

6:30 p.m.

There are some storytelling and execution problems that leave literary agents and readers cold. Join me in June to learn what they are and how to set yourself up for a warm reception.

Stay tuned for participation details, and join the Idaho Writers Guild today.

Idaho Writers Guild Member

Idaho Writers Conference 2021

October 1-2, 2021

Boise, Idaho

I'll be:

  • providing manuscript evaluations,
  • serving as an expert panelist,
  • be participating in the publishing "speed dating" event,
  • and offering general advice and support to attendees and other faculty members.

Stay tuned for details.

Idaho Editors and Writers AssociationNovember 14th

editing fiction: a professional approach (postponed due to COVID-19)

This workshop is designed for professional editors and career-oriented writers. Sessions include:
  • an expert panel discussion (Donna Cook, Stacey Smekofske, Cristen Iris)
  • genre conventions and obligatory scenes (Stacey Smekofske),
  • story structure, using the romance genre as an example (Donna Cook);
  • story structure and the hero's journey (Cristen Iris)
Group One Sotheby's training room in Eagle. 500 East Shore Dr.
November 14, 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

December 17th

Writer's Corner Author Panel (postponed due to COVID-19)

Library! at Collister
Boise, Idaho
December 17, 2020
7:00 p.m.

 

Rediscovered Books

Did you miss Our May 7th Ask an Editor Facebook Live Event?

 

Rediscovered Books: 500+ views; click here for video access.

 

"The insights Cristen shared were motivational and also practical. She helped me think about the writing process from multiple perspectives which will inevitably result in more powerful writing--whether fiction, nonfiction, memoir, whatever. Plus, her professionalism and expertise seem to be only matched by her warmth, approachability, and sincere desire to help others."
Monica Pierce
Monica PierceIdaho Writers Guild Literary Luncheon attendee, August 2019
"Cristen Iris is an excellent speaker who is known for her editing skill and professionalism. She clearly expresses relevant material that I can immediately apply in my business. I appreciate Cristen’s ability to readily handle questions and offer well-researched methods and ideas."
Kim Foster
Kim Fosterfreelance book editor and co-founder of the Idaho Writers and Editors Association
"Thank you for sharing your insights during your Anthropology at Work: From Education to Employment, College to Career presentation. It was the most inspirational fifty minutes I've experienced since returning to university studies!"
Katherine Kappelman
Katherine Kappelmananthropology major, Boise State University
"Amazing insight. Really appreciate the transparent, no-holds-barred presentation. Tremendous help!"
Jake Levya
Jake Levyaaspiring author, nonfiction workshop attendee
"Cristen is an authority and gives a well-structured workshop. Really liked the comparison of nonfiction and fiction and what's at stake for the reader."
Pamela Kleibrink Thompson
Pamela Kleibrink Thompsonwriter, creative consultant, recruiter
"The handout is great and a good resource for later ... excellent talk. You're my role model. I want to be as informed and professional as you are."
Carol Kjar
Carol Kjarfreelance editor, author
"Cristen's information and presentation are pragmatic. I walked away with gems I can use."
anonymous
anonymous
"Cristen’s engagement with the audience was phenomenal. The information was well presented. She is a dynamic, knowledgeable, and engaging speaker. I highly recommend her as a presenter."
Renee Settle
Renee SettleNonfiction Authors Association Chapter Leader, Meridian, Idaho
"I went into Cristen’s Persuasive Vegan talk thinking I would learn how to handle the “How do you get your protein?” and other perpetual questions that people eating a plant-based diet get. Instead, I experienced a profound mind shift regarding the way I interact with my omnivore husband. Cristen speaks with compassion and heart and helps others to live up to their highest self. Thank you!"
Barb Smith
Barb Smithfounder of Eat 4 Health
"As a presenter, teacher, author, and Toastmaster, I am always delighted to find someone as talented, graceful, and professional as Cristen Iris. She exudes confidence, displays high organizational skills, while being able to deliver each person’s needs in a training setting. She’s a gem in our community, and I’m thankful to know and work with her."
Sherry Briscoe
Sherry Briscoeauthor and workshop organizer for the Idaho Writers Guild
"Cristen is a true professional on every level. As a leader for the Nonfiction Authors Association, she provided support, training and encouragement for her team. Her enthusiasm is contagious and she never hesitates to go above and beyond to exceed expectations. She has been a valued asset to our organization and will no doubt continue to dazzle all those she works with in the future."
Stephanie Chandler
Stephanie Chandlerfounder and CEO of the Nonfiction Authors Association
"A truly fresh look and professional approach on how to build a writing career. This needs to be video recorded! So many writers need to hear this."
David A. RozanskyBe So Good They Can't Ignore You workshop attendee
"Cristen Iris is well-spoken and organized as a speaker. And well informed!"
Sharon BrownBe So Good They Can't Ignore You workshop participant
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POPULAR TOPICS & WORKSHOPS

 

writing

Your Vision, Your Voice: How to Think Like and Work with a Developmental Editor (SOLD OUT & rated 9.67 out of 10 by Idaho Writers Guild Literary Luncheon attendees!)

Micro Blogging for Authors: Develop Your Brand and Sell More Books (Rated 9.5 out of 10 by attendees!)

Writing Memoir: Find the Story in Your History (for aspiring authors, always an audience pleaser)

Editing Memoir: The Difference between Commercial and Legacy Memoir (for professional editors)

Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You: How to Develop Your Craft and Create a Brand that Opens Doors

From No to Go! How to Build Your Brand and Write a Competitive Book Proposal

Quiet Influence: Brand Building and Power Networking for Introverts

 

health, effectiveness, and community

The Approachable Vegan: How to Talk Your Walk without Trampling Others

Play to Win: How to Make Your Life Imitate Your Art & Be the Hero of Your Own Journey

Real World Anthropology: How Understanding People and Their Environments Can Improve Your Experience and Outcomes

all customized to appeal to your audience and meet your goals

past events

Nonfiction Writers Conference: Ask-a-Pro Sessions (November 12 & 13, 2020, Sold Out)

Be So Good They Can't Ignore You: How to Develop Your Craft and Create a Brand that Opens Doors (Writers Corner, Library! at Collister, February 2020)

A Professional Approach to Writing and Editing Commercial Memoir (Idaho Editors and Writers Association, February 2020)

Writing a Legacy Memoir: Finding the Story in Your History (Hillcrest Library Boise, Idaho October 2019)

Micro Blogging for Authors: Develop Your Brand and Sell More Books (Library! at Collister Boise, Idaho October 2019 Rated 9.5 out of 10 by attendees!)

Your Vision, Your Voice: How to Think like and Work with a Developmental Editor (Idaho Writers Guild Literary Luncheon August 2019, Sold Out & Rated 9.67/10!)

The Approachable Vegan: Bringing People to the Table and Keeping Them There (Boise Self-Help Group August 2019)

The Persuasive Vegan: How to Talk Your Walk without Trampling Others (Whole Food, Plant-Based 4 Life Support Group, Boise August 2019)

Play to Win: How to Make Your Life Imitate Your Art & Be the Hero of Your Own Journey (The Aware Athlete Show August 2019)

Memoir Writing 101: Finding the Story in Your Story (Eagle Public Library January 2019)

Setting the Record Straight: How Traditional Publishing Really Works and Why You Need to Understand It (Meridian Chapter of the Nonfiction Authors Association January 2019)

Author Panel Q&A (Library! at Collister December 2018)

Genre Specialization: The Key to Editorial Excellence (Idaho Editors and Writers Association November 2018)

Secrets to Writing Authoritative and Compelling Nonfiction (Nonfiction Authors Association Teleseminar October 2018)

Anthropology at Work: Education to Employment, College to Career (Boise State University 2018)

So Called Podcast Interview 2018

Idaho Writers' Corner Author and Editor Panel (Library! at Collister Boise 2017)

Working with a Developmental Editor (Library! Boise 2018)

The Power of Precise Language: Choosing Words for Impact and Effectiveness (Idaho Editors and Writers Association 2017)

The Wind Up, the Pitch, and the Swing (Idaho Writers Guild 2017)

Point of View & Perspective (Library! at Collister 2017)

It's All About Pacing (Library! at Collister 2017)

Evolutionary Medicine and the Heterozygous Advantage (Idaho Health and Welfare Spring 2014 Epidemiology Conference co-presented with medical anthropologist and epidemiologist Dr. Robert Graff)

The Importance of Balancing Fixed and Variable (Smart Women, Smart Money ~2009)

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