Upcoming Events


Want to kick-start your students’ reading habits? Need to motivate a reluctant writer? Looking for a keynote or professional development session for your colleagues? Marty offers a variety of engaging sessions that will have you laughing and learning. Currently, Marty is only doing virtual presentations. For his speaking rates, please send a query through his contact page. Book your event with Marty Chan!

Are you located outside of Alberta? Check out Marty’s Virtual Field Trips through the Center for Interactive Learning!

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Marty’s Virtual Visits

September 1: Professional development workshop, Velma E Baker School
September 8: Virtual visits, St. Clare School
September 19: Virtual panelist, Edmonton Public Library

October 3: Virtual visits, Monsignor Fee Otterson
October 3 – November 14: Suspense writing course for adults (8 Tuesdays online), Alexandra Writers Centre
October 4: Virtual visit, Alberta School for the Deaf/Tevie Miller Heritage
October 11: Virtual visit, Alberta School for the Deaf/Tevie Miller Heritage
October 14: Virtual panelist, Calgary Fringe/Playwrights Guild of Canada
October 18: Virtual visit, Alberta School for the Deaf/Tevie Miller Heritage
October 20: Professional development workshop, Velma E Baker School

November 13: Lethbridge Learning Commons, keynote address

February 20: Professional development workshop, Velma E Baker School

March 12 – 18: Virtual writing residency, Avalon School



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Marty shares the personal stories behind his novels to show students how their own lives can be springboards into great stories. He disguises writing concepts as interactive games that teach kids while they’re having fun. With over a quarter of a century of experience as a full-time writer, Marty breaks down the mystique of creative writing into practical ideas you can adopt and apply immediately.

Marty reveals the real-life inspirations behind his works, demonstrating to students that their own lives can be springboards into great stories. With humorous anecdotes, he ramps up the students’ excitement for reading his books.

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