Teacher/Speaker
Diane is an enthusiastic and entertaining teacher and presenter. She currently teaches for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Missouri - Columbia, a program for older adults. Classes she has taught:
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Film Interpretations of Jane Eyre
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The Wonderful World of Tea
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From Bodice Rippers to Bondage: An Irreverent Look at Romance Novels
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The Expansive World of Jane Austen
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Master Plots and Character Archetypes
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New Ways to Read: Print and Digital
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Boldly Go...to the Library
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Rev Up Your Reading with Goodreads
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The Fun Side of Folklore
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Historical Romance in a Modern World
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Children's Literature for Older Adults
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The Amazing Instant Pot
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Evolution of Romance
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Diversity in Romance Literature
Diane has also made presentations for local libraries and
other groups, including:
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Steeped in Tea
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What's so Hot about Romance Novels?
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Negotiating Goodreads
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Become a Goodreads Power User
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Make Goodreads Work for You
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Afternoon Tea
Diane is available to speak at libraries, writers' groups, etc. Please use the contact form to request further information.

Upcoming Workshops & Presentations
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August 17 2019 - "The Evolution of Modern Romance" - Missouri RWA Chapter
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September 2019 - Afternoon Tea class - Historical Romance Retreat - Riverside, CA
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March 14 2020 - Make Goodreads Work for You - West Houston RWA Chapter
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March 17 2020 - Make Goodreads Work for You - Houston Bay RWA Chapter
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March 21 2020 - Evolution of Modern Romance - North Texas RWA Chapter
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July 29-August 2020 - RWA National Conference - San Francisco, CA