Welcome to Story Sound! My name is Dr. Shannon Tovey, and I am passionate about sharing my expertise in story architecture, audience engagement, literature, and psychology to help you meet personal development, creativity, or communication goals.

I provide workshops that focus on creative writing (including short story, memoir, travel writing, songwriting, and myth exploration), as well as coaching on grant writing and branding to positively influence particular audiences.

All workshops include a consult beforehand, custom development and delivery, and all materials.

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IDr. Tovey holds a Ph.D. in Language and Literacy Education, an M.Ed. in Education, and a B.S.B.A. in Accounting. She has also completed advanced study in story theory, music psychology, reading comprehension, creative writing, and instructional design. She has been invited to speak at three international conferences on the topic of story and has published numerous academic articles on the intersection of story and reading engagement.

In addition to teaching and consulting, Dr. Tovey is a popular writer covering Atlanta’s music scene. She has had the privilege of interviewing people across the music industry such as Rick Beato, Amy Ray, Rickie McKinney, Eddie 9-Volt, Kennedy Ryon, Tinsley Ellis, Milton Suggs, Michelle Malone, Kat Taylor, and many more while applying a unique storytelling lens to music journalism. Beginning with a blog to promote local bands (LaylaPromotions.squarespace.com), she now writes for ArtsATL, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Creative Loafing, Big City Music and Blues, Layla Promotions, RAMmagazine, Music Careers, Decatur Living, Atlanta Magazine, and more.