A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. ~ Proverbs 25:11
The Tea Lady
“Michele Huey's gift is to take God's Word and translate it into deep-in-the-trenches, real-life solutions for our everyday problems. She takes us by the hand and shows us how to turn our stresses into joyful nuggets of wisdom that keep us going day after day. Michele helps us grow a rich tapestry of faith spring, summer, fall, and winter.”
~ Patricia Lorenz, inspirational, art-of-living writer and speaker, author of seven books and top contributing writer to the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, with stories in over thirty of them.
Speech topics
“Treasures in Jars of Clay”
Everybody wants to age with grace, but how do you do it? Based on 2 Corinthians 4:16.
(Can be expanded for a women’s retreat)
“God, Me, & a Cup of Tea”
Life is like a cup of tea, sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter. How do we handle the bitter cups of disappointment that life too often serves us? Based on Psalm 42.
“Growing Season”
Based on the parable of the soils, this speech draws on my gardening days to illustrate our lives as Christians. How do we work with the type of soil we are to produce a harvest pleasing to God?
“Holy Me!”
Holiness is not an option for the believer. But how can we live holy lives in an unholy world? Based on Leviticus 11:44.
“Lessons from the Stones”
How can we, different as we are, work together as God intended? Based on 1 Peter 2:5
“Make Me an Instrument”
Based on Ephesians 2:10, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago,” this speech draws on my high school band experience to illustrate the point that God has created each of us for a unique purpose and has gifted us to fulfill that purpose.
"Pop 'n' Stop"
How do we navigate the busyness of life? Michele's "popcorn talk" helps you to recognize when to pop and when to stop.
"Recycled!"
"Life is what happens while you're making other plans." How do we navigate the recycling times in our lives that are sure to come? Based on Proverbs 19:21.
“The Lone Tulip”
How can you hope when all your efforts seem to be for naught? Based on Philippians 4:6
“Travel Light, Travel Right”
If you were asked to come up with four points of advice to give your kids as they leave the nest, what would you tell them? This speech, good for a Mother’s or Father’s Day or graduation speech, illustrates four simple, yet profound points that will help make life’s trip smoother.
"What Kind of Bag Are You?"
We're all bags of tea--different flavors serving different purposes. How do we discover what kind of bag we are? Based on 1 Peter 4:10.
“What’s Wrong with Dandelions?”
When I was four years old, a neighborhood boy brought me my first bouquet of flowers, dandelions. My mother laughed and told me they were nothing but weeds. But life has shown me differently. Based on Romans 12:2
“WORDS”
Ever say something without thinking and watch the light die out of the other person’s eyes? Based on Proverbs 25:11.
Everybody wants to age with grace, but how do you do it? Based on 2 Corinthians 4:16.
(Can be expanded for a women’s retreat)
“God, Me, & a Cup of Tea”
Life is like a cup of tea, sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter. How do we handle the bitter cups of disappointment that life too often serves us? Based on Psalm 42.
“Growing Season”
Based on the parable of the soils, this speech draws on my gardening days to illustrate our lives as Christians. How do we work with the type of soil we are to produce a harvest pleasing to God?
“Holy Me!”
Holiness is not an option for the believer. But how can we live holy lives in an unholy world? Based on Leviticus 11:44.
“Lessons from the Stones”
How can we, different as we are, work together as God intended? Based on 1 Peter 2:5
“Make Me an Instrument”
Based on Ephesians 2:10, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago,” this speech draws on my high school band experience to illustrate the point that God has created each of us for a unique purpose and has gifted us to fulfill that purpose.
"Pop 'n' Stop"
How do we navigate the busyness of life? Michele's "popcorn talk" helps you to recognize when to pop and when to stop.
"Recycled!"
"Life is what happens while you're making other plans." How do we navigate the recycling times in our lives that are sure to come? Based on Proverbs 19:21.
“The Lone Tulip”
How can you hope when all your efforts seem to be for naught? Based on Philippians 4:6
“Travel Light, Travel Right”
If you were asked to come up with four points of advice to give your kids as they leave the nest, what would you tell them? This speech, good for a Mother’s or Father’s Day or graduation speech, illustrates four simple, yet profound points that will help make life’s trip smoother.
"What Kind of Bag Are You?"
We're all bags of tea--different flavors serving different purposes. How do we discover what kind of bag we are? Based on 1 Peter 4:10.
“What’s Wrong with Dandelions?”
When I was four years old, a neighborhood boy brought me my first bouquet of flowers, dandelions. My mother laughed and told me they were nothing but weeds. But life has shown me differently. Based on Romans 12:2
“WORDS”
Ever say something without thinking and watch the light die out of the other person’s eyes? Based on Proverbs 25:11.
All of these topics can be expanded for a retreat. I will also develop speeches to coordinate with your event theme. TO BOOK ME AS A SPEAKER FOR YOUR EVENT, EMAIL ME or fill out the contact form below.
Advanced Writers and Speakers Association
Writing workshops
FIND THE RIGHT AGENT
You’ve finished your baby—your first book. What now? Since most publishers consider only agent-submitted manuscripts, finding an agent is the first step to seeing your book in print. This workshop will walk you through the steps of finding—and securing—the right agent for you. You’ll learn how to research literary agencies, properly prepare your query, and keep track of your submissions. Bring a copy of Sally Stuart’s Christian Writer’s Market Guide (a current one would be best, but any copy will do), highlighters, and sticky tabs. This is a hands-on workshop!
JUMPSTART SUCCESS WITH A GOOD MENTOR
What do Jack London, Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, and John Knowles have in common? (Besides being famous American writers, of course.) Answer: They all were mentored by other, more established writers. Ambrose Bierce mentored both London and Hemingway, Bret Harte mentored Mark Twain, and Thorton Wilder mentored Knowles.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the difference between mentoring and editing, how to respond to your mentor’s feedback, how to be an effective mentor, and how to find a mentoring program that will benefit you. Bring along a sample of your work—from your fiction or nonfiction book, an article, or, if you’re a poet, a poem or two (prose: 1,500-word limit, double-spaced; poetry: 30 lines maximum). You’ll be paired up with another writer who will act as your mentor (and vice versa) for this workshop. Learn how a mentor can help you become the writer you’ve always dreamed of becoming.
I’m a writing mentor for the Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writers Guild, ChristianFictionMentors.com, and The Writing Academy. A former English teacher, I have also mentored several of her students.
YOU CAN PRODUCE A RADIO PROGRAM: (IF I CAN DO IT, ANYONE CAN!)
Expanding your speaking and writing ministry into radio isn’t as complicated or expensive as you may think. During this workshop, I’ll demonstrate how to produce a radio program at home on your computer, give you tips on how to get started and what you’ll need, and discuss the benefits of a local radio ministry. If you can use WORD, you can produce a radio program.
BOOKKEEPING MADE EASY
In this workshop, I’ll show you how to develop and maintain a simple method to track of your income and expenses.
PURSUE THE VISION: The 5 W's of launching your writing career
This workshop covers what a beginning writer needs to know, using the 5 W's:
*WHO are you? (What experiences have you that make you unique?)
*WHAT is your message? (How to use your uniqueness to find what God wants to say through you)
*WHEN should I start? (How to avoid procrastination, tips for managing time wisely)
*WHERE do you want to go with your writing? (Setting goals, training)
*HOW will you convey your message (Type of writing, devotionals, short stories, poetry, etc.)
*WHY do you want to write? (Developing a mission statement).
THE WRITER'S ROLE IN SELF-PUBLISHING
In this workshop I’ll cover what you need to know and do in order to successfully self-publish your book. We’ll look at the business of writing, marketing, publicity, as well as writing.
THE WRITING PROCESS
This workshop covers the steps of writing from idea to publication: finding ideas, selecting a topic, developing a main idea statement, brainstorming, gathering information, researching, drafting, revising, proofreading, publishing. A must for new writers and a good refresher course for those who find their writing careers stagnant.
THE ART OF WRITING DEVOTIONALS
What makes an effective devotional? Learn the art of how to write devotionals that inspire, inspirit, and instruct.
MEMORIES IN PRINT: MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP
Have you been wanting to write down the stories from your life that you tell around the dinner table, but don’t know how? Do you desire to record, for your children and grandchildren, the rich history of their ancestry, but don’t know where to start? What stories from your life or from your family’s past do you want to get in writing so they are not lost forever? Memories in Print will give you the push you need to get started and the how-to to stay the course until the job is done. You’ll not only learn the process and the techniques of putting your past on paper, you’ll actually do it.
“It was the best presentation I have ever heard on the subject. Your points were clear and so true. It inspired me to go on. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.” – Adele
Looking for a dynamic teacher for writing? I have over 20 years experience as a teacher and 17 as a professional writer. EMAIL ME or fill out the contact form below.
You’ve finished your baby—your first book. What now? Since most publishers consider only agent-submitted manuscripts, finding an agent is the first step to seeing your book in print. This workshop will walk you through the steps of finding—and securing—the right agent for you. You’ll learn how to research literary agencies, properly prepare your query, and keep track of your submissions. Bring a copy of Sally Stuart’s Christian Writer’s Market Guide (a current one would be best, but any copy will do), highlighters, and sticky tabs. This is a hands-on workshop!
JUMPSTART SUCCESS WITH A GOOD MENTOR
What do Jack London, Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, and John Knowles have in common? (Besides being famous American writers, of course.) Answer: They all were mentored by other, more established writers. Ambrose Bierce mentored both London and Hemingway, Bret Harte mentored Mark Twain, and Thorton Wilder mentored Knowles.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the difference between mentoring and editing, how to respond to your mentor’s feedback, how to be an effective mentor, and how to find a mentoring program that will benefit you. Bring along a sample of your work—from your fiction or nonfiction book, an article, or, if you’re a poet, a poem or two (prose: 1,500-word limit, double-spaced; poetry: 30 lines maximum). You’ll be paired up with another writer who will act as your mentor (and vice versa) for this workshop. Learn how a mentor can help you become the writer you’ve always dreamed of becoming.
I’m a writing mentor for the Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writers Guild, ChristianFictionMentors.com, and The Writing Academy. A former English teacher, I have also mentored several of her students.
YOU CAN PRODUCE A RADIO PROGRAM: (IF I CAN DO IT, ANYONE CAN!)
Expanding your speaking and writing ministry into radio isn’t as complicated or expensive as you may think. During this workshop, I’ll demonstrate how to produce a radio program at home on your computer, give you tips on how to get started and what you’ll need, and discuss the benefits of a local radio ministry. If you can use WORD, you can produce a radio program.
BOOKKEEPING MADE EASY
In this workshop, I’ll show you how to develop and maintain a simple method to track of your income and expenses.
PURSUE THE VISION: The 5 W's of launching your writing career
This workshop covers what a beginning writer needs to know, using the 5 W's:
*WHO are you? (What experiences have you that make you unique?)
*WHAT is your message? (How to use your uniqueness to find what God wants to say through you)
*WHEN should I start? (How to avoid procrastination, tips for managing time wisely)
*WHERE do you want to go with your writing? (Setting goals, training)
*HOW will you convey your message (Type of writing, devotionals, short stories, poetry, etc.)
*WHY do you want to write? (Developing a mission statement).
THE WRITER'S ROLE IN SELF-PUBLISHING
In this workshop I’ll cover what you need to know and do in order to successfully self-publish your book. We’ll look at the business of writing, marketing, publicity, as well as writing.
THE WRITING PROCESS
This workshop covers the steps of writing from idea to publication: finding ideas, selecting a topic, developing a main idea statement, brainstorming, gathering information, researching, drafting, revising, proofreading, publishing. A must for new writers and a good refresher course for those who find their writing careers stagnant.
THE ART OF WRITING DEVOTIONALS
What makes an effective devotional? Learn the art of how to write devotionals that inspire, inspirit, and instruct.
MEMORIES IN PRINT: MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP
Have you been wanting to write down the stories from your life that you tell around the dinner table, but don’t know how? Do you desire to record, for your children and grandchildren, the rich history of their ancestry, but don’t know where to start? What stories from your life or from your family’s past do you want to get in writing so they are not lost forever? Memories in Print will give you the push you need to get started and the how-to to stay the course until the job is done. You’ll not only learn the process and the techniques of putting your past on paper, you’ll actually do it.
“It was the best presentation I have ever heard on the subject. Your points were clear and so true. It inspired me to go on. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.” – Adele
Looking for a dynamic teacher for writing? I have over 20 years experience as a teacher and 17 as a professional writer. EMAIL ME or fill out the contact form below.