Allison Lawlor

Allison Lawlor is a Writing Coach and Lecturer (Part-time) at the King’s School of Journalism, King's University College. She provides free, one-on-one guidance to students in the BJH, BJ, and MJ programs, focusing on enhancing clarity, strength, and engagement in print, broadcast, and web writing. Her office hours are Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with flexibility to arrange alternative times for students with conflicting classes.

Lawlor holds a graduate degree from King’s School of Journalism, though specific degree details are not provided. Her professional background includes over 20 years as a freelance writer and a former newspaper reporter in Ontario. She has authored seven nonfiction books, with Broken Pieces—a work about the Halifax Explosion—earning nominations for the 2019 Silver Birch Award and the 2019–2020 Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award.

Her research and professional interests center on writing techniques, journalism education, and nonfiction storytelling, particularly in historical contexts. She emphasizes addressing recurring writing issues and boosting student confidence through personalized mentorship.

As a writing coach, Lawlor supports students in overcoming challenges with sentence structure, grammar, and narrative development. She prioritizes accessibility, offering virtual or in-person appointments to align with student needs. No grants or specific lab affiliations are mentioned in the text.