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. 

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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.

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Are You Famous Or Focused

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Does Your Life Lack Meaning full

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How I Lost The Secret Of Dazzling

The first thing to remember about success is that it is a process – nothing more, nothing less. There is really no magic to it ...
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When You Are Down And Out How

The first thing to remember about success is that it is a process – nothing more, nothing less. There is really no magic to it ...
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Essay in Caitlin Press “Boobs”

I’m so excited to announce that my essay “Strip, Reveal and Sex Appeal” will appear in Caitlin Press’s book, Boobs: Women discuss what it means to ...
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Interview with Kelly

In the latest step of my writer journey, I was honoured to be interviewed recently for the blog Geosi Reads. An avid reader himself with ...
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