The Way of Story Workshop: Catherine Ann Jones

This course has been a turning point in my life, awakening the creative self and teaching me how to feel. - Martin, M, retired psychiatrist, age 92

I have been reading your book, The Way of Story, and it is so refreshing to see what it is you do with all your heart and soul. I like the style of the book a great deal and how you weave the personal autobiographical elements with the illustrative examples of myths and cycles of being and archetypal roles that we each experience. You write with understanding as having transcended the most challenging cycles. - Jane Samuels, UK

A psychological break-through! Now having crystallized my life theme, I am able to release my long-supressed creativity. - Tracy L., Ventura, CA

I don’t want this workshop to end! I’m standing on the crest of my life and you have given me the courage to jump! Thank you! - Karen R, Ventura, CA

Enlightening with plenty of tools you can use over and over again. A splendid release of creativity and to get in touch with your emotional self while honing your writing skills. Invaluable, life-changing! - Andi S, Ventura, CA

Catherine is a gentle, encouraging soul. I was fearful of making mistakes and of sharing with a group of strangers. What a relief to learn that both fear and making mistakes are part of the creative process! - Denise A, Thousand Oaks, CA

At last, a working, professional writer who teaches writing! - Joe S., San Francisco, CA

A valuable experience for anyone and everyone! Just the right focus on story structure, giving us the necessary tools to delve into our individual truths. - Bill H., Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA.

Anyone taking this workshop with an interest in writing would benefit greatly. I simply want to express my gratitude to you. I will remember most your eyes, the way they light up when one of us had a breakthrough. This happened to each and everyone in the room. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! - David N., Chicago, IL.

This class is amazingly effective for its revelation of story structure & timing, the trajectory of characters, and most importantly how character drives plot. I wouldn’t change a thing! - Helga S., Ojai, CA.

Very inspiring. Good knowledge of structure, a gentle process of learning pushing us forward, inviting creativity to flow. Thank you! - Lee S., Hollywood, FL

A wonderful workshop, Catherine! I learned about the craft of structure as well as accessing the soul of a story. A weekend well-spent. I am enriched. - Maggi M., Newbury Park, CA.

Your structure gave my story wings. I’ve never been so clear on what I want to write. - Linda L., Ann Arbor, MI.

By reminding us over and over about the basics, you help us stay the course, giving us tools easy to remember and use. - Helga S., Ojai, CA.

I loved this! Most useful was the freedom of structure. Your ideas were clear, concise, easily understood. Appreciated, too, your gentle supportive approach. I’m encouraged to continue writing. - Amanda M., Ojai, CA. (writer of hit song, The Rose)

Catherine, you’re definitely a master of your craft. It’s intriguing to see how you draw from the world. I’ll seek your advice in future! - David S., playwright, NYC

This has been great the second time. I got another jump start which is what I came for. Thank you. - Phyllis S., Palm Springs, CA.

A very worthwhile weekend. I take with me ways of working with story from a new perspective. Thanks so much. - Ellie N., Springville, CA.

Thank you for providing the understanding that the power of writing comes from the things not said. You are a knowledgeable & a wonderful teacher! - Jeff H., Ojai, CA.

You make everything seem possible. - Doreen H, Selling to Hollywood Conference, Los Angeles,CA

A most generous tutor. It would be difficult to imagine a more involving, productive, and truly educational workshop weekend. Ms. Jones gives tools, encouragement, and ideas in a warm and insightful manner. I will never forget this weekend workshop! - Chris H., Winchester

Thank you for a weekend of thought-provoking, challenging and valuable insights. I leave freshly inspired! Looking forward to your playwriting seminar at Stanford in 2007! - Alice Carter, Stanford University

This course was a wonderful surprise. Catherine’s style is intimate, safe, inspiring. I loved that we learned a lot by "doing" - and this was the pleasant surprise- by physical exercises. This course will remain with me for a long time for all these reasons. I thoroughly recommend it! - Theresa S., Gloucester, UK

A truly inspiring weekend that encouraged me to think deeply about the way I write, what I write and why I write. Catherine is a supportive and enabling tutor with a wealth of professional experience and wisdom for emerging and more seasoned writers. Buy her book too and forget about Robert McKee, John Truby et al. Excellent value for money! - Anne Woods, UK

I came empty, and now my story toolbox is full. Can’t wait to get home and go to work! - Richard R, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

A beautiful revelation! You articulate how life and art become one with luminous clarity. My life is transformed. I can only thank you for your generosity of spirit. - Paul S., Campbell, CA.

I came with my fingers crossed and left knowing all I needed to know. I am forever grateful. - Cat M., Fairfax, CA

An amazing experience! A magical and memorable class. - Scott E, San Rafael, CA

Catherine invites the sacred characters from the Soul and then gives you the grounded tools of craft and structure to write the story. - Reda R, Carmel Valley, CA

The workshop helped me trust what I instinctively knew about the form and essence of a great story. By making this understanding conscious, I can now access and apply it more fully and with confidence. - Jennifer W, Mill Valley, CA

Catherine is an exceptional teacher. She knows how to make each feel important and bring our their story. - Ruth Kundert, Reedley, CA

Inspirational! I now know what a muse is. - Kara M., MarVista, CA

The Way of Story is is simply the best writing course I've ever experienced. Catherine Ann Jones is a teacher unique, blending superb writing craft, soul-connection, and psychological expertise. - Nan Henderson, M.S.W. - Ojai, CA

Great Gratitude! - Jan R, Ojai, CA

Dynamic and inspirational! The Way of Story is more than just about writing. It is about spirituality and life opening the way and providing the courage to look into your very soul. - Andrew R, San Diego, CA

Inspirational! Awakening my long sleeping creativity. A great course! - George T, Ventura, CA

Where for the first time, I discovered the shadow of human character hidden in the word. Thank you, thank you, Om! - Nadine M, Ventura, CA

Beyond my expectation! Thank you, Catherine, for opening a new door into the creative process! - Elaine M, Ojai, CA

Catherine Ann Jones will help you discover the gold hidden within. More importantly, she gives you the tools to write and shape your internal treasure. - Connie

Fabulous program. So much more than expected. Bravo! - Carol J.

Privledged to have had you. Amazed how much you gave in so short a time. Far exceeded expectations. - Jill, Oakland, CA.

This seminar gave space and encouragement to touchy and ultimately cradle the protected creative within. - Caroline

After many years I feel that I’m speaking the truth when I say I am a writer. - David M., Los Angeles, CA

Amazing! You teach from the soul! - Carolyn A., Los Angeles, CA

Your insights were keys that gave me a new perspective on how to write for an audience and for Hollywood. My heartfelt thanks! - Ron , Los Angeles, CA

I came out of the workshop with a better script and a clearer idea of how to achieve that. The best part was your one-to-one sessions. With your clarity and vision, you were able to sift out what I wanted to say and add more 'meat to my bones'. I look forward to your next workshop! - Dora Tan, Singapore

Catherine does the wonderful thing of connecting your soul to your writing and that is truly priceless. - Danny Leong, Singapore

An eye opening class thanks to Catherine's vision and experience. - Sharon Tan, Dream Forest Productions, Singapore

A safe place to discover oneself as a writer. Exercises to open up the process and to learn the essential steps of story structure. - Linda Leonard, Jungian analyst and author of Wounded Woman (Healing Father-Daughter Relationship)

Catherine Jones’s focus, clarity, and gentle but spot-on reactions help identify the weak or lazy spots in your writing. Thank God! She is the elevator of purpose. - Joan B, journalist & novelist

It’s uplifting to see someone who’s had a successful career in Hollywood be dedicated to helping others bring heart and soul into writing. - Kate B., WGA screenwriter

A safe, sweet, well thought out presentation, more than worth the money! Inspirational! Just right! I greatly thank you. - Richard R., writer-producer of The Night of the Living Dead.

Thank you so much, Catherine. I was at first intimidated by the very experienced writers in the room but found it was an opening up process for me, especially at this time in my life. - Kai, actress, singer, songwriter

Catherine Jones makes writing accessible. Her approach encourages deep honesty in storytelling. Thank you for showing how to write a good story! - Leana M, psychologist and writer

Catherine, your workshop was a spiritual experience as well as practical. Thanks so much! - Gard J., Boulder City, NV.

Catherine, you’re definitely a master of your craft. It’s intriguing to see how you draw from the world. I’ll seek your advice in future! - David S., Ojai, CA.

This has been great the second time. I got another jump start which is what I came for. Thank you. - Phyllis S., Palm Springs, CA.

Thank you for providing the understanding that the power of writing comes from the things not said. You are a knowledgeable & a wonderful teacher! - Jeff H., Ojai, CA.

You make everything seem possible. - Selling to Hollywood Conference, Los Angeles, CA.

Your direction of the group helped me awaken to the connection with my experience and the words. I am inspired to continue the journey. - Thom L.

The workshop has a sense of wholeness that Catherine possesses. Wonderful to experience an enlightened person who has triumphed over herself and is able to teach what she was born to do and do it well. In a way, she is giving all of us the gift of acceptance. –Mike B.

An amazing journey and now I know I can sit down and start writing. You are a wonderful teacher as well as kind and compassionate. Thank you! - Fern B.

The Way of Story is the beginning of a journey to the stories within me. With Catherine Ann, we are in safe hands. She teaches us how to drive the bumpy terrain. - Julie C., singer-songwriter

Catherine Ann has an uncanny ability to hear the kernel of truth and play it back as new and refreshing. She has opened a door for me to begin my journey, awakening my sleeping self. - Carol L.

The Way of Story de-mystified the writing process and has given me a comfort with my own writing, allowing me to come out in full. Your personal stories are wonderful! – Vonder G.

A comfortable and safe place to risk the territory of writing. Her non-judgmental support provided great technique and fun exploration at the same time. – Nadia N.

The weekend was a real gift. Catherine has a wonderful way of combining the practical with the spiritual, which is just what I 'd been looking for in a seminar. The size of the group, the setting, lunch together made for an intimate event. Not only did I leave having learned some useful new techniques, I also left feeling centered, focused and validated in my pursuit of writing. - Jo Ann, Half Moon Bay, CA

Catherine has a gift for inviting the imagination and soul to speak, as well as providing very useful practical tools. I was able to write from the "inside out" for the first time in years. - Hyla R, Eugene, OR

This class was so much more than writing. Thank you for expanding my vision. - Mary S., Redmond, WA

The Way of Story has allowed me to finally get going and start making my story real. - David R, Olympia, WA

A breakthrough workshop. I wanted to extend it for another week- if not a month! - Alan L, Vancouver, WA

Just what I’ve been asking for! Practical, supportive, and yet challenging. - Joan M., Bend, OR

This workshop awakened "aha" moments not only for my writing but for my life as well. Thanks you for giving me the freedom to write and write and the courage to make mistakes and feel. - Carol Ross, Bellevue, WA

The most valuable aspect was your instant revision suggestions: clear, understandable, and always spot on! - Pauline M, Victoria, B.C.

You make thinking and feeling about writing come alive! - Carole Robins, Seattle, WA

If I finally finish my first book, it will be your fault! - Bob D, North Vancouver, B.C.

An invigorating immersion in the structure and soul of good storytelling. - Karen G, Friday Harbour, WA

A journey every writer should embark upon! Experienced or not, published or just self-exploration writing, the benefits are shared by all. Catherine gives of herself, openly and honestly, and pushes us as far as you allow her to go. - Ali E, Seattle, WA

The focus on story structure was a gift for me. - Ann T, Seattle, WA

Thank you for opening my soul to see what is still within me. - Mary B, Hope Town, Abaco- Bahamas

Thanks again for a superb workshop. Being in Catherine's workshop is like watching a master chef at work. She has all the recipes and knows her ingredients, but she trusts her instincts to tell her when to add a dash of this, a pinch of that, or to turn up the flames to make the dish completely hers. She presents a feast for the imagination. With appreciation, - Gary C, Austin, TX

As you know I have been writing the book about my cross country road trip to walk labyrinths. I highly recommed a wonderful writing teacher & consultant to anyone working on a book-project: Catherine Ann Jones. - Dorit Brauer, Germany

The Way of Story workshop is absolutely amazing! Worth every penny. Catherine's insightfulnesds, sensitivity, and intuitive nature brings both wisdom and direction to the craft of writing. Bravo, Catherine! - Trudy Town, Ojai, CA