Meet the Teacher

Hi! My name is Erin Biberdorf. I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from UBC and previously practiced as a mental health nurse. I have over ten years’ experience working with children, adults, and seniors. My teaching style works especially well for beginner writers and those who experience learning barriers.

I have multiple barriers myself, including autism, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. Even as an experienced and confident writer, I struggle to participate in feedback-based creative writing classes. My “generative” teaching model is based on New Shoots, a Vancouver-based creative writing mentorship program which has helped hundreds of young people since 1985. I coordinated this program for three years while completing my graduate degree.

Learn more about my teaching style or read testimonials from my students!

I live in Victoria, BC. I enjoy horror stories, very cold water, and re-organizing my belongings.