Janel Woodland is an award-winning storyteller who is as devoted to the art of storytelling as she is to her audiences. Her expansive and diverse repertoire, which includes ancient myths, folk tales, personal narratives of her blended family, and original tall tales, allows her to craft a unique storytelling experience for a wide range of audiences.

Janel has shared her hilarious and heart-warming stories from the festival stage as well as programs for house concerts and life coaching retreats and workshops. She is deeply committed to the art of storytelling and has developed several highly acclaimed storytelling workshops including “Table to Stage: Converting Dinner Party Anecdotes to Crafted Stories for the Stage” and “Setting the Stage: How to Emcee Like a Pro”. She also facilitates a monthly story crafting zoom gathering in conjunction with the Florida Storytelling Association.

A graduate of the Ohio State University, Sagefire Institute Nature-based Coach Training, and a certified Florida Master Naturalist, Janel currently calls the Cincinnati area home where she lives in a tiny house with her imaginary dog, Jeff. When she’s not traveling for story, she can often be found hiking or biking the wooded trails of southwest Ohio or hanging out at a locally owned bookstore.

My dream is to travel the world wherever this Calling leads me, to bring the homeopathic power of Story. From five people gathered around a campfire to a thousand listeners in a festival tent, I hope to share stories that are humorous, heart-felt, and healing.”