Writers' Corner
Upcoming Events
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Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Learn how characterization affects descriptions and interactions with the setting. Literary agent Laurie Dennison will discuss how to develop your character's voice when writing fiction.
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Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
If you've just finished a first draft or will soon, the next step is revision. Author, editor, and book coach Julie Artz will discuss processes and tips for revising your novel.
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Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Internal conflict can forge emotional bonds with readers. Five authors of different genres will discuss how to use angst, fear, and reaction to trauma to make those vital connections with an audience.
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Event Categories: 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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Author José Pablo Iriarte will clarify the difference between premise and story, share brainstorming techniques with this difference in mind, and show how to flesh those idea nuggets into story gold.
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Writers often have a lot of different ideas, but how do you choose which to dedicate time to next? Literary agent Sandra Proudman will discuss how to view the choice through a business lens.
Learn more>Crafting Compelling Narratives
presented by Florida SCBWI
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
All genres benefit from strong narratives. Award-winning children’s book author, art lover and magic seeker Sophia Gholz shares techniques to help your reader follow the path of your story.
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Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Writing about trauma and taboo topics can be healing and important, but difficult. Essayist, novelist, and educator Sheree L. Greer will discuss how to navigate writing about these kinds of topics.
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Make 2024 the year you finish and publish a novel. The OCLS Writers Conference will provide the tools and knowledge you need to reach your writing and publishing goals. ocls.info/writersconference
Learn more>Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Make 2024 the year you finish and publish a novel. The OCLS Writers Conference will provide the tools and knowledge you need to reach your writing and publishing goals. ocls.info/writersconference
Learn more>Writers Corner Playlist on YouTube
Watch clips from past Writers Corner events and videos featuring tips from bestselling authors.