Paul A. Toth
4065 Crockers Lake Blvd. # 2723 Sarasota, FL 34238
[Send email to request phone number] 50.6720 [Send email using form at bottom]
OVERVIEW
A truly unique, multi-talented and creative professional; an acclaimed,
published and prolific author, poet, web designer, multi-media producer and
musician with unparalleled work ethic and focus. As well, a teacher, public
speaker and editor specializing in creative works.
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position as an author, copywriter and/or
editor of licensure preparation materials, marketing tools or website
presentation.
PROFESSIONAL LIFE
Editor, Writers' Workshop (UK) (2007-present)
Evaluate novels for quality and marketablility. Suggest revisions and direct
publisher in making decision of publishing work.
Freelance Writer and Web Creator (2002-present)
Create short stories, poetry, blog for self-administered website and publication
in over 150 publications worldwide, such as Potomac Review, Mississippi Review,
Barcelona Review, Antigonish Review, nth Position, Iowa Review and Salon.com.
Contribute liner notes to box set musical release.
Office Manager/Legal Researcher, Richard R. Bachelder, Attorney at Law
(1996-2001)
Conduct trial preparation research, transcribe client depositions and organize
law office administration.
Teacher
• Michigan Creative Writing Program; “Generating Ideas”; Ann Arbor, Michigan
(Summer 2006)
• Ann Arbor Community High School; “The Short Story”; Creative Writing Program;
Ann Arbor, Michigan (Winter 2007)
Novelist
(Literary Representation: Irene Goodman Literary Agency, New York, NY)
Novels
• Fizz, Bleak House Books, 2003
• Fishnet, Bleak House Books, 2005
• Finale, To be released in July of 2009
Translated Novels
• Fizz: Centrepolygraph, Russia, 2007
• Fishnet: Centrepolygraph, Russia, 2007
• Finale: Centrepolygraph, Russia, 2006
EDUCATION
• M.A. in Communications and Leadership - Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA (2008
- present)
• B.A. in Liberal Arts with Emphasis on Creative Writing - Vermont College,
Montpelier, VT (2006)
• A.A. in General Studies - Mott Community College, Flint, MI (2004)
• General Studies - Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
AWARDS / RECOGNITIONS
• Two nominations for The Pushcart Prize
• Two nominations for Best American Mystery Stories
• Honorary Mention: The Year’s Best Fantasy & Horror, 17th edition
ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS
• Team player, yet individually motivated
• Excellent communication skills
• Diverse and adaptable writing styles
• Deadline oriented
• HTML design, musical composition and digital graphic art
• Tech savvy
Sample of PUBLIC SPEAKING engagements
11-17-06: Barnes & Noble, Ann Arbor
04-06-06: &NOW Festival of Innovative Writing and Art, Lake Forest College, IL
03-09-06: WJUF Radio, Flint
10-15-05: Wisconsin Book Festival, Madison
09-15-05: w/ The 2nd Hand, Chicago
06-03-05: Book Expo America, New York
05-23-05: Prosody w/ Ellen Wadey, WYEP, Pittsburgh
11-13-04: Union Square Tavern, Kings Park, NY
07-25-04: Eglinton Indigo, Toronto
10-11-03: The 215 Festival, Philadelphia
09-27-03: Mac's Books, Cleveland
07-23-03: Danny's, Chicago
12-15-02: Junno's, NYC
References furnished upon request.
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