Barry Lane is nationally known for his dynamite, hands-on workshops on writing and revision and his popular writing books, "Discovering the Writer Within" (Writer's Digest books), "After THE END", (Heinemann), "Writing as a Road to Self Discovery" (Discover Writing Press) and his tape of original fairy tale songs, "Lane's Recycled Fairy Tales" (New World Records).

Barry has taught writing at the University of New Hampshire, founded a literacy program in Vermont prisons, and has served as a network leader for Vermont's statewide portfolio assessment project.

Currently he is a lecturer and consultant to teachers and students throughout the United States and abroad.

Because of his wide range of experience as both a writer and teacher, he brings a unique perspective that teachers at all levels find enlightening.

Barry's presentations are fast-paced, reality based, and filled with warmth and humor. Barry will show you what works in a manner so compelling that you will use his strategies in your classroom for years to come.