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Karen Tyrrell writes empowering books to help kids and adults live STRONG through humour and self-belief. She's an experienced Brisbane school teacher, gifted & talented teacher and motivational speaker. Karen spoke at Brisbane Convention Centre, writing festivals, conferences, libraries, schools and in corporate workplaces. Karen is a passionate writing workshop presenter and interactive story teller utilising props and fun costumes. She presented Writing Workshops for ALEA Meanjin Writing Camps and Brisbane City Libraries. Karen won an Arts Queensland grant for book Ready Set Discover Logan. Karen's acclaimed books include Song Bird Superhero series, STOP the Bully, Bailey Beats the Blah, Harry Helps Grandpa Remember. Karen won 3 awards, 4 literary grants, 2 sponsorships and a mentorship through the Society of Editors (QLD). Expertise: ¿ Author ¿ Motivational Speaker ¿ Workshop Presenter ¿ Anti-Bullying, Self-Help, Eco & Diversity Topics ¿ Interactive Storyteller ¿ Writing Tutor ¿ Power Point Testimonials: " Karen is a dynamic visiting author who inspires her participants to be creative. The children were inspired and engaged throughout her sessions which focused on developing their own creative writing." - Kylie Meyer, ALEA Meanjin Camps "Inspiring, engaging and relevant! Sensational author, Karen Tyrrell, visited Fairvale PS to talk to the students about all of her books. The students were captivated by her presentation. She came dressed in character so right from the word go they were engaged. Karen encouraged audience participation and allowed for plenty of question time. A truly remarkable author and teacher who continues to touch the lives of the very young and the not so young." -Anthony Pitt, Principal, Fairvale PS 'Karen linked her presentation with current school initiatives. She was enthusiastic about working with our students. She had costumes, props and a few giveways.' - Joanne Makin Librarian: Guardian Angels School: Ashmore 'Karen's motivating, inclusive style and high-yield activities really had the students at all abilities working hard, creating stories and experimenting with their imagination. Congratulations. I'm sure the students can now approach creative and imaginative written tasks with a sense of confidence & achievement.' - C. Norrie: Mabel Park SH