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How Traditional Publishing Works
Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp, Session 1
Registration Required
Tuesday
June
6
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Editor Ashley Hearn will provide an overview of how traditional publishing works, including the process from finishing a book draft to seeing the book on shelves. Learn what to expect from publishing.
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Author Talk with Mike Rucker, Ph.D.
The Fun Habit
Registration Required
Wednesday
June
7
4:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join us for an hour-long conversation with author, Dr. Mike Rucker, who will discuss his book, "the Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life."
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Alafaya Book Club
Registration Required
Thursday
June
8
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Alafaya)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
The Alafaya Book Club's June selection is "My Brilliant Friend" by Elena Ferrante.
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Make Your Protagonist the Right Person for the Job
Writing Workshop
Registration Required
Sunday
June
11
1:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
You may have a great story, but do you have the right person telling it? Book editor and author Lorin Oberweger will teach you how to make your protagonist the driver of your story.
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OCLS Writer's Group
Registration Required
Sunday
June
11
4:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.
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Virtual: Hiawassee Book Club
Registration Required
Monday
June
12
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Hiawassee)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
In June the Hiawassee Book Club will discuss Sankofa by Chibundu Onuzo.
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Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club
River sing me home
Registration Required
Monday
June
12
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Southeast)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join the Southeast Book Club to discuss, River sing me home by Eleanor Shearer.
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Literary Agents and the Querying Process
Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp, Session 2
Registration Required
Tuesday
June
13
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Author Michael Mammay will discuss what literary agents do, who needs one, and how to find and choose one. Learn how to prepare, querying strategies, and what happens when an agent is interested.
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Mayor Buddy's Book Club
Shirley and Jamila Save Their Summer - Session 1
Registration Required
Wednesday
June
14
3:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. Recommended for ages 8-12.
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Author Talk with Jamie Beck
An American Provence: Art, Life and Photography
Registration Required
Thursday
June
15
2:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Enjoy an hour-long conversation with New York Times bestselling author and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck.
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