About Pamela Stone - Writer, Journalist, Author

What people
are saying about Pamela Stone

“Her presentation was dynamic and informative, encouraging women to take charge of their legal affairs and their finances…before an emergency arises.”

— Maelissa Watson, Attorney-at-Law
Dallas, Texas

“As a widow, I found her speech enlightening. It created an atmosphere of compassion and understanding, as she told the stories of other women who have learned to live alone, successfully and joyfully.”

— Lois Folse-Alford, Officer
Bluffview Garden Club
Dallas, Texas

“Pamela Stone has addressed a subject affecting millions of women throughout the world. She speaks with clarity, intelligence and sympathy about the subject of living alone (and coping). It's a subject many women are ashamed to discuss with their peers. The information and advice she provides enlightens and comforts the listener, giving her the courage to take control of her life.”

—Gail Bevers
Greater Lakewood Shepherd Center
Dallas, Texas

“Pamela Stone’s presentation touched an emotional chord with my employees. Her speech was not only educational, it was compelling. After it was over, we continued to discuss the issues she raised concerning women taking charge of their finances. I highly recommend her as a speaker.”

—Margaret Rabbitt,
Vice President
Legacy Bank of Texas

A national speaker, Ms. Stone has appeared in New York City, N.Y., Denver, Boulder and Greeley, Colorado, as well as other cities in North Texas such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton, Arlington, Irving, and Austin. Her speech on “Making Your Money Matter” is presented to corporations like the Women’s financial division of Legacy Bank in Dallas. She also appears on national radio and television, including National Public Radio, WOR (New York), ABC Radio, as well as Fox, ABC and CBS television. In addition, she also serves on the advisory board of Home Instead Senior Care, a corporation that places non-medical workers with the elderly.

Speeches: "WOMEN IN TRANSITION"

“You Can Do It!” 10 Ways to Step Out and Strut Your Stuff! 5 Surefire Ways to Start Over and Change Your Life
Making Your Money Matter – Take Charge of Your Finances Before An Emergency Arises!

Speeches for the CORPORATE WORLD

Building An Invincible Team: Dare to Listen, Learn and Win!
Just Do It! Take a Risk and Move Forward!
You’re Not the Boss of Me! How to Win Without Losing Face (or your job).

Workshops for Boomers

CAREGIVING

Caring for the Caregiver.
Did you know that there are currently 22 million Americans who care for an aging loved one? This number is expected to rise with the aging of America. Learn how to care for an aging relative without losing your health, mind, and identity. This workshop includes how to: Make the Most of Your Visits; Manage Long-Distance Caregiving; Solve Problems Through Networking; Create a Plan; Build a Reliable Caregiving Team; and Nurture Yourself in the Process.

HOW TO REINVENT YOURSELF

Who Says Turning 45 or 50 is Too Late to Change? Don’t let the youth culture frighten you. After all, experience not only counts, it saves money. Here’s how to reinvent yourself and gain wealth and happiness, too.

WRITING

Are You Hungry to Be a Bestseller?
In order to be a successful writer, you must learn — "How to Position, Pitch and Place Your Article or Book Idea." In this class, you will discover how to jump start or rekindle your writing career, as you learn to sell your story to publishers, agents or editors. This class will combine the craft of writing with important selling/marketing techniques. You’ll find out how to write query letters, proposals or pitches to agents, publishers or the radio/TV media. We will read and critique your work and learn from others. (If you have a pitch letter you’ve already written, bring it for review.)

Dates: Spring Dates to be Announced

Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School for the Arts, Dallas, Texas.

Additional classes or sessions:

HOW TO WRITE A BOOK PROPOSAL

Are you struggling with how to begin your NON-FICTION book?

This class will get you started. It will cover the essentials of writing and organizing a book proposal, from cover letter, marketing plan and promotional ideas, to sample chapter(s) synopsis and headlines. The class will also include critique sessions and creative writing exercises to give you added confidence and momentum.

At the end of this workshop, you should have the knowledge and expertise to complete a marketable book proposal.

Teacher/author Pamela Stone's CURRENT BOOK: A Woman's Guide to Living Alone: 10 Ways to Survive Grief and Be Happy is currently listed as a top-seller on Barnesandnoble.com. It is also available at all major bookstores and online.

Dates: Spring Dates to be Announced
LOCATION: 7115 Lavendale, Dallas, Texas. FEE: $195.00.

TO REGISTER: Mail $50.00 deposit to: Pamela Stone, 7115 Lavendale, Dallas, Texas, 75230. Balance of $145.00 due the first day of class. Or, call at 214-360-9893 or email: pamstone3@aol.com.

NOTE* Non-fiction includes self-help, journalism, true crime, biography, autobiography, history and memoir. Here are sample points to be covered in this class:

The Overview. What the book is about. Why are you writing the book? How are you uniquely qualified to write it? Who will your reader be? What other books, similar to the one you propose, already exist?
Annotated Table of Contents. Chapter titles and brief descriptions of content. Descriptions will be in narrative rather than outline form.
Sample Chapter.
Author Bio. Appropriate articles written by the author, or about the subject of the proposal must be included — in addition to the bio.
FORMAT OF MANUSCRIPT. Students will learn how to appropriately format their book proposal manuscript for editorial approval.

DISCOVER THE STORY WITHIN

Dates: Spring Dates to be Announced

LOCATION: 7115 Lavendale.
Fee: $195.00. Deposit of $50.00 is due upon registration. Balance is due the day of workshop.

Did you know that everyone has a story within? Class participants will put on their detective caps and discover stories in their own backyards, as well as the world around. Each class will begin with creative writing exercises. Fail-free activities in writing, music and art, will lead to self-discovery. Critique sessions will take place in each class, allowing us to read and share our work, and grow as writers.

COACHING

Fee: $75.00 per hour.

Jump start your writing in one-on-one sessions to organize your thoughts and breathe life into your words. As you develop your craft, syndicated writer and author Pamela Stone will both edit and shape your writing. She’ll also praise (and cheer) your progress!

For private classes held by Pamela Stone, call 214-360-9893 or email pamstone3@aol.com for more information.