CARMEN RODRIGUEZ'S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Bilingual writer, educator and journalist
Carmen Rodríguez holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in languages, literature and adult education.
In addition to educational publications, essays and articles, she is the award-winning author of a volume of poetry (a second one is forthcoming), a collection of short stories and two novels. Her work has been the subject of myriad reviews and critical studies and included in high school and university curricula.
During her extensive career as an educator, she has taught literature, languages, creative writing, cultural studies and teaching methodologies in a variety of settings, including colleges and universities.
Her work as a journalist comprises twenty-two years as Radio Canada International's correspondent in Vancouver and many more in print media. Carmen draws from all these experiences when providing services as a mentor and editor.
MENTORING
Carmen will be happy to provide mentoring services on a one-on one basis, or by working with small groups. In either case, the objective will be to encourage the development of each writer's
unique voice and craft.
When working with small groups, Carmen will use a workshop format – participants will read one another's writing ahead of time and offer their observations during meetings. Carmen will
facilitate the discussions and provide detailed feedback to each participant.
Spanish and English. Poetry and prose. All levels.
EDITING
If you're working on short stories, a novel or a memoir, Carmen will help you with issues such as character development, structure and plot. As well, she will ensure that your story is not only well written, but also compelling.
If you're writing an article or essay, Carmen's experience as a journalist and professor will assist you in creating a piece that is concise, clear and effective.
Perhaps the biggest challenge to writing poetry is to convey the desired meaning by combining economic and layered language, imagery and rhythm. If you are a poet wanting to improve your craft, Carmen's background as a bilingual poet, in addition to her expertise as a music aficionado, will help you to do so.
Spanish and English.