When I work with writers on their manuscripts, I bring 40 years of professional experience, from radio news and crime reporting — which taught me early on to write lean, active prose — to my years publishing award-winning novels.
From 2009 to 2018, I taught more than 50 writing courses at University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Education, in class and online. If we work together, you’ll get the benefits of all that experience. Check out what some students say about my approach.
“You’re definitely the right mentor and this is why I’ve asked you for your feedback – so that I can make this story as good as possible.” — Mystery and Suspense Online student, 2017
“Thank you for the generous feedback. I will keep your notes and suggestions close as I write and revise the next draft.” — Final Project student, 2018
“Your feedback was very helpful. I feel enthusiastic to go forward with new ideas and to develop a timeline/outline. ” — Summer Institute student, 2017
“I enjoyed Howard’s real-world stories of his experience in the industry and his precise and well-argued feedback on my writing.” — Summer Institute Student, 2017
“Howard was very good at providing ideas about how to grab the readers’ attention and move the story through dialogue.” — Mystery and Suspense student, 2017
“Course content was both interesting and relevant. Howard Shrier is a wonderful hands-on instructor.” — Mystery and Suspense student, 2017
“Howard was very knowledgeable, open and honest. It was obvious that he wants us to be successful.” — Summer Institute Student, 2017
Howard is VERY passionate about his subject and instills high expectations among students. All comments about work are professional and NEVER delivered in a demeaning or negative manner.
“Encouraging, energetic and thorough. A great instructor. EXCELLENT course!!!!!” — Summer Institute student, 2017
