Working with Anne was a tremendous gift. She skillfully stepped into one of the most intimate moments of my life and held it with tenderness and integrity… She was a sounding board - a mirror to reflect my own thoughts, feelings and words so I could go deeper. Even now, years later, I am filled with warmth and gratitude for the experience. It changed me as a person and as a mother.
Anne is always so present in her classes and so effective at creating a safe space for her students to engage, push their own boundaries and be vulnerable with themselves and each other. She is encouraging, kind, inclusive, and always assigns the best readings and writing prompts.
—Sarah Neilson
Read MoreAfter years of trying to establish and sustain a daily writing discipline, with Anne’s support and encouragement, I produced more writing than I have in years. Anne is a great critic: thorough and perceptive. She pays attention to the bones, muscles and heart, as well as to the skin and surface of a piece of writing. Her comments and criticism are always to the point. Most importantly, her critiques do not come from “on high,” but are collegial and celebratory. As a fellow writer, she celebrates the courage it takes to sit before a blank page and write as well and as honestly as one can. I share this feeling with others who have worked with Anne: She is an inspiration!
—Keith Eisner
Read MoreAnne put me entirely at ease by fostering a sense of community with the other writers. She’s good at taking all levels of writing (beginner /experienced) to the writer’s desired next level. I wouldn’t be writing today if I’d never taken Anne’s classes,
–Candace Morris
Read MoreBecause of Anne’s teaching, my writing life feels alive again! She has helped me trust my voice, lean into my vulnerability, and have fun with experimental and exploratory writing. Every class excites me because I leave with new insights, endless ideas, and the motivation to get them onto the page.
—Katie Howard
Read MoreAnne Liu Kellor is one of the most inspirational writing instructors I have had. And I’ve had dozens. Her editorial insights while reviewing my manuscript were focused, specific and detailed.
—Eleanor DeVito Owen
Read MoreAnne Liu Kellor's class was a game changer for my writing, showing me a new way of approaching writing that gave me the freedom to express myself in different ways. The writing prompts and styles Anne encouraged us to release creativity that we didn't know we had and write about subjects that we didn't know we could manage. Following Anne's class I went on to use her services as a writing coach and if it wasn't for her support I would not have been able to publish my first piece.
—Rebecca Houghton
Read MoreA knowledgeable and supportive teacher, Anne allows students to dig into challenging personal material by providing craft tools, encouraging critique, and targeted readings. She creates an environment of trust and curiosity in her classes, allowing students to form meaningful and lasting professional relationships.
–Kelly Martineau
Read MoreWorking with Anne always leaves me feeling motivated to take the next step in my development as a writer. She has inspired me to delve into my innermost thoughts and feelings to communicate in the most authentic way, helping me to hone my craft and bring forth the essence of my message. Through her teaching and encouragement, I am feeling more positive about my ability to use the written word than I ever thought possible. Anne has touched me as no other writing instructor ever has.
—Mallory
Read MoreAnne’s mentoring style is accepting of personal nuances while always bringing me back to task. Her feedback is timely and extensive. Her suggestions are always gentle, astute, thoughtful and thought provoking.
—Eileen McGorry
Read MoreI appreciated your energetic preparation before class; your attention to each writer’s material which encouraged us to go farther and dig deeper into what we were trying to say; your ability to listen with care for what was behind the words on the page; your knowledge of reference material, and the handouts you gave relevant to our assignments. In my own case, you helped me give fresh attention to old material, and encouraged me to believe a memoir might actually be possible.
—Jeanne Lohmann
Read MoreAnne is a master of her craft and wise and compassionate in her leading of other writers. Some of my best and most productive writing experiences came out of Anne's classes. I treasure her feedback on my writing as the most constructive instructions that encourage me to continue in my writing process.
—Genine Bradwin
Read MoreAnne Liu Kellor's class introduced me to the value of a positive atmosphere and the importance of exercise in building your writing muscles. She's both an encouraging and an honest teacher; you take away from her class not only loads of ideas about your own work, but about the craft of writing in general.
—Josh Parish
Read MoreIf you want someone to dot your I's and cross your T's, hire a proofreader. If you want someone to take you deeper into your own work—so you know where it sings, where it wants more from you, and why any of your words matter, work with Anne.
—Shelley Kirk-Rudeen
Read MoreAnne is the kind of person whose presence inspires a feeling of belonging and safety. I did some of my best writing while participating in her classes. She somehow managed to pull the important stories out of me, and then inspired me to do the work of turning them into pieces of writing I was proud of.
—Margie Schubert
Read MoreAnne reconnected me to my relationship with writing and ensured that we would try not to lose sight of each other again. She shows up as a mentor with plenty of wisdom and words to share but also as a fellow writer, learning and stumbling alongside everyone she teaches. It is both humbling and inspiring to watch her and engage with her as a teacher and as a comrade. She tirelessly tweaks her approaches and material, never settling or getting comfortable. Her intentional practices are invigorating to be a part of.
–Melissa Moran
Read MoreYou have an incredible ability to honor each person's experience and comments AND keep discussions respectful and in balance. You have a gift, and I'm glad I got to witness & benefit from it.