Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn
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In 1980, Debbie earned her 2 Bachelor's degrees in Elementary Education and in Sociology. In 1989, Debbie earned her Master's degree in Elementary Education with a specialization in Storytelling. She taught elementary school for 7 years. For 5 years, she taught East Tennessee Middle School students Conflict Resolution techniques, Character Education strategies, and Public Speaking Skills. Additionally, she taught 7th grade Language Arts for 2 ½ years.
Debbie performs One Woman Theatre Shows based on her two published books written under her pen name of DJ Lyons: The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last; The True Story Of A Poltergeist & White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder.
Debbie is available for performances, workshops, school residencies, teacher in-service programs, and book signings. To book, call Debbie at (423) 422-9728 or e-mail moredunntales@yahoo.com. Also, contact Debbie if you would like to purchase an autographed copy of her book.
Table of Contents
- Author of Bell Witch book
- The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist
- Find Bell Witch book on Amazon
- Author of White Reindeer book
- Find White Reindeer book on Amazon
- Links to Debbie Dunn's Blog on Blogspot
- Visit Debbie Dunn's 3 Websites
- YouTube Videos by Debbie Dunn
- Storytelling Tips
- How Did I Become a Professional Storyteller?
- The 3 C's: How to Become Comfortable, Confident and Competent as a Public Speaker
- The 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Making Good Eye Contact: The 1st of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- No Distracting Motions: The 2nd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Good Enthusiasm & Expression: The 3rd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Good Preparation: The 4th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Good Use of Voice & Good Volume: The 5th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Appropriate Talking Speed: The 6th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Good Use of Body & Hand Gestures: The 7th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
- Reader Feedback
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- Links to several of Debbie Dunn's lens
Author of Bell Witch book
About my first novel
1st novel by DJ Lyons:The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist
* ISBN: 978-1-6047-4477-4
* 365 pages
* Publisher: PublishAmerica
* Publish Date: March 2008
Introduction: Who Was the True Bell Witch of Tennessee?
John Bell, of Adams, Tennessee, died on December 20, 1820. Why not? He was old. He was sick. He was comatose. Yet dozens of newspaper articles, a handful of published books, movies, videos, websites, and countless amateur and professional storytellers all erroneously claim that John Bell was killed by a poltergeist.
Who was this poltergeist many called the 'Bell Witch'? Newspapers, books, websites, and countless people familiar with the 1817-1821 haunting gave the finger of blame to a neighbor woman, Cate Batts. Her alleged guilt was purely circumstantial. This breakthrough publication reveals for the first time the actual identities and motives of the three poltergeists. These three male entities followed John Bell from his former home in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to Adams, Tennessee, seeking their revenge. Within the covers of this book, the Bell Witch is unveiled at last.
The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist
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Author of White Reindeer book
About my second novel
White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales of Wonder
* ISBN: 978-1-4489-7603-4
* 291 pages
* Publisher: PublishAmerica
* Publish Date: December 2009
A collection of 32 short stories and novellas by DJ Lyons:
* "White Reindeer": Lost on a Norwegian mountain, DJ faces rock slides, raging waterfalls and other challenges. Miraculously, a white reindeer appears and leads her to safety.
* "Kudzu Monster": An unlikely love story involving a young frontier girl and the Kudzu Monster who saves her life.
* "Trapped in Beaumaris Castle": Gwyn agrees to spend the night in a haunted castle. What he sees finally puts to rest a 700-year-old question: How did the king's archer die?
* "Grandmother Lyons' Tales": True stories about a tornado, a Civil War love story, a scam, a premonition saving two lives and a scary Rag Man.
* "12 Tales of Wonder" plus "12 Stories for the Young At Heart": Exciting adventures involving ghosts, wishes, secrets, bullies, animals, amazing characters, a Broccoli Monster, fairy godmothers, magic and fun.
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Links to Debbie Dunn's Blog on Blogspot
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- More Dunn Tales - Debbie Dunn's Storytelling Website
- By visiting my More Dunn Tales - Debbie Dunn's Storytelling Website, you will discover other facets and facts about Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn aka DJ Lyons.
- Bell Witch Book & Show Website
- By visiting my Bell Witch Book & Show Website, you will learn more details about my Bell Witch book.
- White Reindeer Book & Show Website
- By visiting my White Reindeer Book & Show Website, you will learn more details about my BWhite Reindeer book.
Storytelling Tips
Would you like to become a Professional Storyteller or to improve your public speaking skills? Check out these ten tips and tricks. How Did I Become a Professional Storyteller?
How Did I Become a Professional Storyteller?
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling around the USA since 1989. How did that happen?
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The 3 C's: How to Become Comfortable, Confident and Competent as a Public Speaker
The 3 C's: How to Become Comfortable, Confident and Competent as a Public Speaker
On the Public Speaking Continuum, are you one of those who would rather eat nails than to try public speaking or are you one of those who is a completely comfortable, confident, and competent public speaker? Or do you fall somewhere in between?
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The 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
The 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Storytellers and all public speakers need to use good storytelling techniques. There are seven key techniques that all effective public speakers need to employ.
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Making Good Eye Contact: The 1st of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Making Good Eye Contact: The 1st of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Storytellers and all public speakers need to use good storytelling techniques. There are seven key techniques that all effective public speakers need to employ. Making good eye-contact is the top of the list.
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No Distracting Motions: The 2nd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
No Distracting Motions: The 2nd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
When you perform stories, it is extremely important to avoid making distracting motions that take away from the effectiveness of your performance. You want to make certain that all motions you make should be coordinated with your story line.
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Good Enthusiasm & Expression: The 3rd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Good Enthusiasm & Expression: The 3rd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Good storytellers show excitement for the stories they tell. Having a passion for the stories they select helps the audience better enjoy the show.
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Good Preparation: The 4th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Good Preparation: The 4th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Storytellers should spend a sufficient amount of time practicing their stories. Do you want some tips on how to add polish to your presentation? Practicing and fine-tuning your story performance leads toward perfection.
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Good Use of Voice & Good Volume: The 5th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Good Use of Voice & Good Volume: The 5th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Whether you use a microphone or you just speak out, storytellers should speak loud enough so that everyone in the audience can hear.
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Appropriate Talking Speed: The 6th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Appropriate Talking Speed: The 6th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Storytellers shouldn't talk so fast that people can't understand nor so slowly that people fall asleep. Use a talking speed that is just right for the situations in the story. Additionally, properly utilizing dramatic pauses builds suspense.
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Good Use of Body & Hand Gestures: The 7th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Good Use of Body & Hand Gestures: The 7th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers
Using appropriate action and hand movements can really help a story become more real. Naturally, your body and hand gestures should be coordinated to the story line.
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23squidoo
May 10, 2011 @ 8:53 pm | delete
- A very entertaining and informative lens! Blessed by the How To Write Online neighborhood Squid Angel! (As a side note, I lived in Tennessee for 3 years while in elementary school. The "Bell Witch" story was often repeated on the playground!)
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Debbie-Dunn
May 11, 2011 @ 10:17 am | delete
- Thank you so much! I appreciate your visiting and commenting. What part of Tennessee did you live? That is interesting about your Bell Witch anecdote. Have a wonderful day!
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Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn
Storytelling & Public Speaking Tips by Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn
Debbie Dunn aka DJ Lyons is the author of two novels:
Bell Witch Book, Movie, & Performances by Debbie Dunn aka DJ Lyons
White Reindeer Book & Show by Debbie Dunn aka DJ Lyons
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