Join our Storytelling Circle: St. Matthew's Anglican Church, 126 Plains Rd E, second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm, starting September 2025
I'm proud to announce that my book, The ABCs of Storytelling: Reflections of a Story Coach is now available on Amazon and your favourite bookstore. The book contains tips, techniques, and reflections gathered from my years working as a story coach helping young people, adults, and organizations create and share their stories. If you're someone who tells or listens to stories in your life and work, this book is for you. Perfect for the coach, therapist, storyteller, public speaker, and performer. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced storyteller or coach, this book can provide the support you need.
Reviews
" I was truly moved by the depth, wisdom, and sincerity infused into each chapter. Your ability to distill decades of lived experience from Scottish classrooms to conflict zones in the Middle East into an accessible, engaging, and insightful guide is nothing short of extraordinary."
~ Beverley M. Kuhl
"The ABCs of Storytelling is a masterclass in both the art and soul of storytelling. Your thoughtful reflections, drawn from decades of global experience, provide an inspiring and practical guide for storytellers at any stage. The blend of wisdom, personal insight, and hands-on techniques makes this book a treasure trove for educators, creatives, and communicators alike."
~ Marilyn E. Smith
"The ABCs of Storytelling is a masterclass in both the art and soul of storytelling. Your thoughtful reflections, drawn from decades of global experience, provide an inspiring and practical guide for storytellers at any stage. The blend of wisdom, personal insight, and hands-on techniques makes this book a treasure trove for educators, creatives, and communicators alike."
~ Mark McNease
Michael Williams with award for his short story "All Things Must Pass" published in Arising (Hamilton Mountain Writers Guild, Vol. 3, 2019)
Michael Williams is an award-winning writer and storyteller. He is a member of the Storytellers of Canada-Conteurs du Canada, the Hamilton Mountain Writers Guild, and the Burlington Storytellers Guild. His personal essay, "Dandelion" was published in the anthology Social Action Stories: Impact Stories for the School and Community (2023).