Every year, besides conducting dozens of author assemblies,

Josephine Nobisso  

leads about 100 intensive writing workshops using her copyrighted method, 

The Nobisso Recommendations:

Without displacing any writing curriculum, and without gimmicks, this world-class author of over two dozen books for children and adults presents unique and stunningly effective tips for writing.  In fun and engrossing lessons, she concretely demonstrates grammar-based, educationally-sound strategies that make an immediate impact on student work-fiction and non.

Especially useful for English Language Arts Assessment Test preparation.

This highly visual and densely atmospheric slide presentation gives inspiring glimpses into the life, influences and work of Josephine Nobisso, an author who has earned significant awards and has penned beloved modern classics over the past 30 years.  With warmth, humor and natural ease as an educator, the author models artistic success in the face of odds, reads from her work, and engages the audience in an enlightening question & answer session.

"This is the best creative writing workshop I

have ever experienced. Highly recommended."  

                                     -Teacher, Bluepoint Elementary

"You made me want to miss lunch!"

                                                           -Hiawatha Student

"You were able to accomplish the rare feat of

making them laugh while making them think!"

                                                           -Parent, Abby Lane

"Thank you for doing some fancy things! 

I heard the apple talk. It sounded like thunder!"

"Your visit looked like good luck coming our way!"

                                                                 -Spence School Student

"Terrific program! Students very involved. 

Excellent delivery of  unique content!" 

                                                           -Smithtown M.S. Librarian

"Creative! Passionate!  Exciting! 

Parents were so pleased to gain new insights into

help their children with writing at home!" 

                                                                            -Quogue PTA

"You made a big hit..! Wonderful programs....nothing but positive feedback! Thank you  for helping us personally and professionally to grow as writers and teachers."

"A person to ask back!  

Joi was an incredible testament to the sheer joy of writing. 

Her enthusiasm and vivacity were contagious. 

Her overheads provided vivid examples

of writing to illustrate her  points." 

                                                 -Adult participant, Hofstra U.

"I wouldn't change a thing! Excellent!" 

                                                                    -Cayuga Student

"You captured the hearts and minds of the teachers...

It does my heart good to see them, tired after a day in school, perk up and exude interest. Your sensitivity and compassion, your understanding of their needs and problems... You got such glowing evaluations that you would be bursting if you were reading them. 

You are an enthusiastic teacher, a true inspiration!"

"(She) is superb!  A gifted communicator with students. 

As author-in-res for a week, she elicited a totally positive response from absolutely everyone. She brought us a unique experience. Not only did I learn new ways to approach writing with my class, but I got insights into their "Voices" that I had not been able to find before."

                                                                 -Santapogue Teacher

"We're still on a "high" following your wonderful residency. Phillips Avenue will never be the same!

Every staff member reported to me about the great

success of your interaction with the children."

"Your program was spellbinding to both adults and children. You draw in your audience...and stimulate an excitement for the creative process...The time you spend with each child just shouts of self-esteem, respect and a commitment to the future writers. 

Absolutely recommended!"

                                                                            -St. James School

"... Now I understand why they were so eager to have you work with the students and faculty!  ...most impressed!"