With honesty, love, and humour, in this moving memoir, Kelly S. Thompson explores her relationship with her older sister, Meghan. Tested by addiction, abuse, and illness, the sisters’ relationship crumbles, only to be rebuilt into an everlasting bond.

“Heroic and unforgettable.” Lindsay Wong, Writer’s Trust Award-Winning Memoirist

Kelly S. Thompson

Writer, Editor, Educator

Kelly S. Thompson is an award-winning writer of nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. She is author of national bestselling memoir, Girls Need Not Apply, which the Globe and Mail listed as one of the top 100 books of 2019. She has been long listed for the CBC nonfiction prize and is an MFA mentor at University of King’s College Creative Nonfiction program.

Kelly is represented by Hilary McMahon of Westwood Creative.

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Editing

I offer all types of editing to meet any need for any project. I am trained and educated in the elements of editing outlined by the Editor's Association of Canada, including proofreading, developmental editing, and proofreading.

Creative Writing

Have a project that needs a creative writer? Right up my alley! My experience in both creative and professional work means I know how to make content shine...even if the info is on the boring side.

Mentorship

I love helping writers tell their stories and meet their goals. Sometimes this involves monthly chats, other times, manuscript notes and suggestions, sometimes phone calls. We'll make a plan that works for you.

Manuscript Evaluations

I can create tailored creative writing programming for various ages and grades with lessons on craft and technique. I also evaluate creative writing pieces and provide input and support for other writers.

News

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Shortlisted for Nova Scotia Book Prize!

Still, I Cannot Save You, has been shortlisted amongst great company for the Evelyn Richardson Creative Nonfiction Prize! This is a huge honour, with the ...
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New Podcast Episodes on STILL, I CANNOT SAVE YOU

I had a great opportunity to speak to several new interviewers about my grief memoir, STILL, I CANNOT SAVE YOU. Grief Trails: Loving Well with ...
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More Podcasts and Press for Still, I Cannot Save You

I’ve been lucky recently to appear on some new podcasts and make some new articles about my second memoir, Still, I Cannot Save You. Check ...
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Shortlisted for 2023 CBC Nonfiction Prize

My essay, “The Edge of Change,” originally an early chapter of my book, Still, I Cannot Save You, was shortlisted this year for the 2023 ...
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Podcast with Dougy Center

I’m amazed by the work done by the Dougy Center, so it was wonderful to join Jana to discuss my memoir, Still, I Cannot Save ...
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Appearance on The Agenda for STILL, I CANNOT SAVE YOU

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