“Tinsel, Tales & The Power of Storytelling”

Join us for an inspiring and joy-filled celebration of story! Author and master storyteller Mariana Williams, founder of The Greatest Storytellers, takes the stage to share The Power of Storytelling—and why there’s no better gift to yourself this holiday season than learning to craft a poignant, memorable tale in six minutes or less.

Whether you write mysteries, memoirs, or simply love a good yarn, Mariana will show you the essential elements that turn ordinary moments into unforgettable stories. Come for the craft, stay for the heart… and leave ready to tell your own story with sparkle and soul.

Bio
Turning in her piano keys for alphabet keys, Mariana Williams transformed her life as a professional musician into a vibrant writing and storytelling career. She is the author of Love, Regret and Accidental Nudity, a collection of OMG moments sorted into six categories and a finalist for the 2014 International Book Award in Humor. Before that, she penned the Veronica Bennett Series—Happy New Year, Darling; The Valentine State, a 2014 International Book Award finalist in Chick Lit; and Stars or Stripes 4th of July, winner of the 2011 Indie Excellence Book Award.

A dynamic performer as well as a writer, Mariana was a Moth Grand Slam finalist, appearing on stages in both Los Angeles and New York. She teaches storytelling workshops and is the creator and producer of Long Beach Searches for the Greatest Storyteller, now entering its seventh season. Whether on the page or on the stage, Mariana brings humor, heart, and the irresistible power of a well-told story.