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Expert: - 6/18/2009


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Is there an accredited poetry school within the D.C./Metropolitan area? If so, please send me the link to the school, and approximately how long would it take to graduate with what specific degree? Also, is being a poet a career that is worth getting into? Will the salary of a poet be able to sustain a young man who plans to move out on his own after attaining an education? And would such a career be able to support a family? Please answer as soon as possible. I thank you in advance for your answer.

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Greetings Raymond,

I accidentally hit the welcome note option in response to your email. My apologies. Unfortunately, I am unable to answer this question; however, I will suggest that you search for schools that specialize in "creative writing."

I wish you the best.

Theresa Johnson

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Theresa Harvard Johnson

Expertise

I am an expert in Christian Writing, with an emphasis on those who write creatively. My primary focus is in the area of mentoring and training Christians who write "as ministry." Another area that I can assist in is press release development, writing effective website content, reviewing letters, developing book endorsements, and reviews.

Experience

By profession, I have more than 18 years experience in writing and publishing. I have won writing awards from the Georgia Press Association, the Associated Press, the Georgia Association of Educators, and currently freelance. Some of my most recent writing experiences include Esdras' Scroll, Kingdom Vibes Magazine, Charisma Magazine, the former Rejoice Atlanta News, and The Christian Answer Newspaper. I have published six book - The Scribal Anointing, The Scribal Companion, Spiritually Critiquing, Scribal Purpose, and Thank God for Salvation. In addition, other books are in the works. In addition, I am the founder of Voices of Christ Literary Ministries International, and teach around the nation on this very subject. Our website is www.voicesofchrist.org. We have an online mentoring group that's really strong on Yahoo! Groups, and recently launched a new blogcast entitled, Writing As Ministry. It is currently in development, and has not officially launched. The website is www.writingasministry.com.

Organizations
Currently, I am a member of a two Christian writing groups.

Publications
The Scribal Anointing Online Esdras' Scroll: A Prophetic Poetry & Creative Writing Magazine The Christian Answer Newspaper Charisma Magazine Rejoice Atlanta News Faith Writers The Whistle The Dublin Courier Herald The Henry County Record The Ledger Newspaper (Multiple Other Publications)

Education/Credentials
I am a college graduate, and earned a BA in Communications with a focus on News Writing and Reporting. I am currently working on a Masters in Public Administration. I've worked as a Communications Director and writer for multiple religious, educational, and governmental organizations over the past 18 years. My experience is extensive.

Awards and Honors
Please review my experience in this area.

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