A Story for Everything: An Evening of Stories, Tips, and Inspiration

A STORY FOR EVERYTHING: AN EVENING OF STORIES, LAUGHTER, AND INSPIRATION
Expert storyteller Corey Rosen

Author of A Story for Everything: Mastering Diverse Storytelling for Any Occasion

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:30 PM
A great story can make you laugh, cry, and stick with you forever. A bad one? That’s how you end up talking to yourself at a party. Join master storyteller Corey Rosen as he guides the audience through the art of telling their own true stories, teaching you the craft of storytelling along the way.

As a rabbi, I have to be able to tell a story. What's the point of having a message if it can't land? Hands down, I've learned more about storytelling from Corey Rosen than any other teacher. His approach—simultaneously generous, incisive, and forgiving—works. It brings all kinds of truths to the widest possible audience, who then—can you believe it? —ask for more.
—Noa Kushner, founding rabbi, The Kitchen (San Francisco)

Presented in partnership with the Konikoff Center for Learning of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Corey Rosen is a writer, actor, effects producer, and storytelling teacher based in San Francisco, California. He hosts The Moth StorySlams and GrandSlams, and has been featured on The Moth Radio Hour, Alice Radio’s The Sarah and Vinnie Show, and KFOG’s The Finch Files Podcast. Corey is a performer at BATS Improv and is the author of Your Story, Well Told and A Story for Everything.

ABOUT THE BOOK

People forget facts and figures, but people never forget a good story. In this standalone companion to Your Story, Well Told, author and The Moth StorySlams host Corey Rosen provides a practical, go-to guide on crafting and delivering impactful narratives for professional, academic, and personal success. Combining humor, heart, and advice, Rosen demystifies storytelling, making it accessible for beginners while enriching experienced storytellers.

Organized into three parts — business, school, and family — the book addresses diverse storytelling needs, from job interviews and persuasive pitches to college essays, eulogies, and wedding toasts. Each chapter features vivid examples and easy-to-follow exercises, helping readers tap into their life experiences and transform them into compelling stories. Through personal anecdotes and structured exercises, readers learn to reflect on their experiences, structure their stories effectively, and share them with authenticity.

Whether you’re a doctor, teacher, salesman, parent, or a friend, A Story for Everything empowers you to elevate your communication and enrich your relationships. If you want to make an unforgettable impression, this book was made for you.

PRAISE

In A Story for Everything, Corey Rosen brings the same magic that made his storytelling workshop a highlight of our leadership offsite. His engaging techniques, interactive activities, and thoughtful insights helped our team connect, communicate, and even win over the most reluctant participants. This book is a must-read for product, marketing, and sales teams--or anyone looking to sharpen their storytelling skills and build stronger connections.
—Anton Honikman, CEO of MyVest

Corey Rosen's A Story for Everything is a great guide for anyone looking to elevate their communication skills. His practical tools and engaging exercises make storytelling accessible for anyone preparing for a high-stakes talk. Corey's insights will help you craft authentic stories that speak to audiences where they are at, and deliver them with greater confidence and ease. Who doesn't want that?
—Jen Reidy, communications coach

Corey Rosen is a skilled storyteller, improvisor, creator and teacher. He has combined his talents with humor, heart and clarity to give us a practical resource for ALL TYPES of stories. From pitches to bedtimes to toasts to meetings, there is something for everyone in A Story For Everything!"
—Dan Klein, advanced lecturer, Stanford Department of Theater and Performance Studies, and lecturer of management, Stanford Graduate School of Business

Thanks to the generous support of the Bartel Family, in honor of their parents and grandparents, Alan & Dolores Bartel, the following accessibility accommodations are available for UJFT's programs (depending on the program location). Accommodations must be requested at least a week prior to the event.

Interpreting services for Deaf or non-English speakers
Assisted listening services to amplify sounds
Preferential seating near a presenter to aid in comprehension
Sensory fidget tools
Noise-reducing headphones
Stand-assist devices
Audio recording of written materials for the visually impaired

This event is supported by a grant from the Tidewater Jewish Foundation.

The Lee & Bernard Jaffe Family Jewish Book Festival is funded in part by the citizens of Virginia Beach through a grant from the City of Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission and is held in coordination with the Jewish Book Council, the longest-running organization devoted exclusively to the support and celebration of Jewish literature.