Gary J. Langguth
Gary J. Langguth is a versatile writer active in virtually every aspect of the field. He possesses more than 10 years of freelance writing, editing, and teaching experience, as well as an extensive background in literature. His work has earned recognition in the form of numerous publications and productions across Canada and the United States, grants, scholarships, and awards. Best known for his locally-set of postcard stories or vignettes, Langguth also produces non-fiction articles, full-length short fiction, poetry, and drama.
In addition, Langguth offers a range of professional writing services to both individual and corporate clients, including the production of ad copy; business and personal letters; and articles for magazines, newsletters, and reports; as well as word processing, proof reading, manuscript evaluation, and writing instruction.
Langguth regularly conducts fun and educational writing workshops in either one day, weekend, or weekly formats. Limited enrolment ensures individual attention. Attendees will come away with a better understanding of the creative writing process and a number of techniques guaranteed to improve written work. Workshop topics include Playing With Postcards, Poetry Through Art, Heightening The Drama, and Finding A Home For The Final Draft.
A High Honours graduate of Saint Malachy's Memorial High School in Saint John, Langguth holds a B.A. in English (First Class Honours with Distinction) from Saint Thomas University. He completed his creative writing thesis and obtained his M.A. in English and Creative Writing from the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton in 1992 and earned a B.Ed. from St. Thomas University in 1998. He has also participated in two Maritime Writers Workshops and regularly attends the ongoing series of professional development sessions held by the Writers' Federation of New Brunswick.
Langguth has worked as an Editorial Assistant with The Fiddlehead and The Cormorant magazines, as a Teaching Assistant at UNB-Fredericton, as a Research and Public Relations Assistant with the Saint John Board of Trade, as a Fiction Writing Instructor at UNB-Saint John, and as a Tutor for students in New Brunswick School District No. 8. He has also worked on behalf of the provincial writing community as a member of the New Brunswick Arts Board, and as Facilitator/Contact Person for the Saint John Writers' Group and is a Past President of the Writers' Federation of New Brunswick. He is currently a substitute teacher with New Brunswick School District 8
A long time ago, someone asked me for a few words describing myself and what I stand for. It took me long enough, but I finally figured it out and managed to string them together.
As an artist, I am committed to capturing the spirit of New Brunswick in my work. I have always been fascinated by the quiet beauty of this province and the unique voice of its people. (On the other hand, I never let that stop me from spinning science fiction!)
As an educator, I am committed to assisting others to express themselves -- clearly and imaginatively. It's rewarding to help and encourage others to grow and expand their horizons -- especially those who truly need it.
As a business professional, I am committed to providing clients with clear communication on the printed page.
Finally, as an active member of the literary arts community, I am committed to the continued growth of the New Brunswick writing community in general and the Saint John writing community in particular.
-- Gary J. Langguth, 2001