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August 9 — Building Characters , with Anne Hillerman

by Web Editor | Jul 23, 2021 | Event, Speaker, Writing

  The narrative that’s brewing in your mind does not truly come to life until your characters stop speaking to you and start speaking to each other. Only then does the dramatic tension fully manifest, propelling the reader through the pages and delivering a...

July 12 — Writing a Linked Story Collection, with Tod Goldberg

by Web Editor | Jun 15, 2021 | Event, Speaker, Writing

  The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a contemporary example of a linked story collection. Each film stands on its own, delivering a solid three-act structure. Yet, carefully threaded through each film are glimpses of a larger saga that is greater than the sum of...

June 14 — The Process and Benefits of Writing Book Reviews with John Brantingham

by Web Editor | May 20, 2021 | Speaker, Writing

  A book review provides instant visibility and credibility, not only to the author but also the reviewer. In fact, far more people read reviews about a book than the book itself, giving the reviewer a potentially wider audience than the author. How do you begin?...

May 10 — “My Work on The Lion King and Other Hollywood Projects,” with Rob Minkoff

by Web Editor | Apr 27, 2021 | Event, Speaker, Uncategorized, Writing

  The Lion King took the world by storm, wowing adults and leaving an indelible impression on their children. Effortlessly blending Shakespearean intrigue and emotional depth with superb voice acting and an unforgettable musical score, the crown jewel of the...

April 12 — Writing a Mystery Series or Stand-Alone with Cara Black

by Web Editor | Apr 1, 2021 | Event, Speaker, Writing

  A good mystery unspools much like the weaving of a spider’s web: gradually yet consistently, appearing haphazard in the opening stages, and culminating in a dazzling whole that ties together all loose ends in supremely satisfying fashion. The genre that...
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