Dee Hahn
BIO
Biography

Dee Hahn began writing when her children begged for bedtime stories, and she never stopped! Dee is a lover of chickens, lemon pie, kayaking- and books, of course! When she isn't writing, you can find Dee building treeforts and adventuring with her family. 

ADDRESS
City: Calgary, Province/Territory: Alberta
EMAIL
LANGUAGES
English
PUBLICATIONS
Publications
Title
The Grave Thief
Publisher
Tundra Books
Title
Penguin Random House
Publisher
2022
LINKS
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
Presentation details
Audience Size
Audience size
15 to 500
Presentation Genre
Fantasy fiction, middle grade
Presentation Length
45 min
Presentation Description
Presentation description

Presentations begin with a brief bio as well as an icebreaker/reading. This is followed by a discussion of my own writing process and suggestions on  how to set the stage for creativity. A live action 'locked box' trivia game concludes the session, as well as a Q & A period.

Most presentations are around 45 to 50 minutes in length, with a few minutes afterwards for questions. Time length can be adapted to the specific needs of the audience. 

 I love to create an engaging and dynamic atmosphere throughout the presentation, and I strive to make sure there is time for students to offer their ideas and thoughts. The game portion allows students to draw on some of the curriculum content they've learned in grades 4 to 6, as well as work together to reach a prize. 

Presentation Fee(s)
175 for 1 session, 275 for 2, 375 for 3 sessions, and 475 for 4.
Workshop details
Audience Size
5 to 40
Intended Audience
Middle grade (grades 3 to 7)
Workshop Length
1 hour
Workshop Description
Workshop description

My creative writing workshops include a brief bio, an overview of the suspense/spooky style of writing, and a brief activity which allows students to exercise what they've learned.

During the workshop, students will engage in a group exercise where they'll learn how to develop a strong writing voice. There will be time for students to express their thoughts as well as practice making a piece more suspenseful. 

Workshop Fee(s)
200 for 1 workshop, 350 for 2
School presentation details
Audience Size
20 to 500
Intended Audience
Middle grade (grades 4 to 6)
Presentation Length
40 to 50 min
Presentation Description
Presentation description

Presentations begin with a brief bio as well as an icebreaker/reading. This is followed by a discussion of my own writing process, and suggestions on how to set the stage for creativity. A live action 'locked box' trivia game concludes the session, as well as a Q & A period.

Most presentations are 45 minutes in length, with a few minutes afterwards for questions. Time length can be adapted to the specific needs of the audience. 

 I love to create an engaging and dynamic atmosphere throughout the presentation, and I try to make sure there is time for students to offer their ideas and thoughts. The game portion allows students to draw on some of the curriculum content they've learned in grades 4 to 6, as well as work together to reach a prize. 

Presentation Fee(s)
175 for 1 session, 275 for 2, 375 for 3, and 475 for 4.
Programs & Interests
Interested in participating Union’s Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program:
All members are eligible for the Union’s Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program. Are you interested in participating in this pro
Yes
Interested in participating in the Northern Ontario WITS program:
The Union’s Northern Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program funds in-person visits to northern Ontario schools when possible. Ar
Yes