Short abstract In this hands-on workshop, fiction writers will discover practical strategies to revise and refine their work with confidence. We’ll break the editing process into manageable stages, guiding you to identify what’s working, what needs tightening, and what may require a full rewrite. You’ll also learn to spot common pitfalls such as echo words, […]
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties, this workshop is perfect for writers who […]
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties, this workshop is perfect for writers who […]
Like actors, authors need to get into character. Learn the tricks that deepen your point-of-view narrator so that readers feel like they are right in the action and not watching from the sidelines. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the different types of POV and the pitfalls of each. Then we’ll dive into exploring how you […]
What is meant by “showing” versus “telling” and how can you tell the difference? Is it ever okay to “tell?” Is there such a thing as showing too much? Explore these important […]
Writing in either first person or third person limited point of view allows authors to create a strong emotional connection between the reader and the character. Both points of view offer direct access to the narrator’s inner thoughts, feelings, and biases, often resulting in a more intimate and subjective experience. Both perspectives require careful attention […]
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s […]
Writing in either first person or third person limited point of view allows authors to create a strong emotional connection between the reader and the character. Both points of view […]
Short abstract In this hands-on workshop, fiction writers will discover practical strategies to revise and refine their work with confidence. We’ll break the editing process into manageable stages, guiding you to identify what’s working, what needs tightening, and what may require a full rewrite. You’ll also learn to spot common pitfalls such as echo words, […]
From secret admirers and stolen moments to declarations of undying devotion, love letters have been making hearts flutter for centuries. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll take a look at the […]