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Earthmender Fiction
How to be a Storyteller and an Earthmender

I like exciting stories.I like imaginative new worlds.I like adventurous characters. People have liked these sorts of stories for a long time. Such stories have been told around campfires, in books, on tv shows, in movies, or as part of … Continue reading

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How to be a Storyteller and an Earthmender

Utopia

And now we get to the really fun stuff! What is utopian fiction? What is its history? How can we write stories in a utopian world? You can find the accompanying script at Patreon.

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Crossing Bridges

In this episode of Stories Make the Future we discuss how to write stories about campaigning for a better future. Dedicated to the late Member of Congress John Lewis. You can find the accompanying script at Patreon.

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This is the Problem

In this episode of Stories Make the Future we discuss what is known as: Social Problem Fiction. This is particularly popular within the field of young adult storytelling. You can find the accompanying script at Patreon.

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YouTube Course Launch!

We are proud to present our latest educational project! If you are interested in writing for a better future, this will provide you with tips in how to do so effectively.

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Storytelling for a Better World

Our culture needs to change, our vision of the future needs to change. In this way people are readier to embrace what needs to be done to achieve a better world. Storytelling engages the whole person: their thoughts, feelings, and … Continue reading

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Remake the Future

In 2019 Friends Institute organised Remake the Future to help raise awareness of many solutions that could help turn around issues to do with climate change. Guests included: Dr Petra Tschakert from the University of Western AustraliaAntony McMullen, cofounder and … Continue reading

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My 2017 Wish to You All

2017 is opening with many challenges already in place. I wish you the strength to find courage and to engage with events in order to create a world better than you found it. I wish you the wisdom to be … Continue reading

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Some International Exposure

Katherine Phelps was interviewed in relationship with Third Place for a British education site.

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Evergreen State College

In July Katherine Phelps will be flying to the US and hold a meeting with some of the deans at Evergreen State College. Evergreen State College encourages students to be active and engaged citizens. Students work with faculty to develop … Continue reading

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