If you aren't sure of what to say, then you may answer these questions:
Why did you take this class?
Have you ever written before? If so, then what?
What other classes are you taking?
List three of your favorite authors other than J.K. Rowling.
Ok, I'll begin. My full HOL name is Professor Sollarna Fumbleknot, but I'm better-known-as "Fumbly". I joined and began teaching at HOL in 2001. I had a blast, wore several hats, and made heaps of friends... many of whom are still my friends. Then, in 2005, I became a mother and had to step away from HOL. It was a long 13 years away from this awesome place. Far too long. This summer I realized I couldn't stand it anymore... and returned to teach and hang out with everyone again. Also, I brought my son with me (keep an eye out for Bob Butterfingers!).
While I was away, I had another child (I have a two children, a son and a daughter), began homeschooling them, became a web designer, and began writing novels. I also became more involved in NaNoWriMo, an annual writing tradition in which people attempt to write 50,000 words in the month of November. I'm our region's "Municipal Liaison" - a fancy term meaning that I organize our region's NaNoWriMo events and guide them in the writing process.
Now, I'm bringing what I do for local aspiring writers to HOL. This big difference is you get much longer than 30 days to write your novels, and I offer even more help along the way!
You won't be the only ones writing. I'll be working on my latest project alongside you! My son requested that I write a book featuring dragons and, after dreaming about one, I was left with no choice but to comply. I'm approximately half-way through the book, and hope to finish the first draft later this year. Not that I'll truly be done, since editing and sequels will follow closely on its heels!
I am eager to "meet" you all and look forward to writing with you.
Tootles,
~Fumbly
