October 20, 2007 - one day
University of California Santa Cruz -- Extension
Cupertino Campus
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
www.ucsc-extension.edu/
Course #19972 Section #002
Inspired Company:
How to Start and Sustain a Writers'' Group
Writing is a solitary and sometimes lonely endeavor. A good writer's group brings together like-minded writers (and readers) for support, encouragement and helpful criticism. Stop asking for feedback from family and friends! Form your own congenial writing circle. Who knows? You may connect with other writers in this very class. Whether you're brand new to writing groups or want advice on how to revive a group that has lost its luster, this workshop offers something for you.
Topics include how:
How and where to "advertise" for writing-group members
Writer's group models and guidelines
Group dynamics: how to handle "attention hogs" and other challenges
Bay Area writing clubs, conferences and other resources for writers
Appropriate for beginning and experienced writers.
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created a unique line of plot tools for writers. She teaches plot
workshops privately, through University of Santa Cruz, Learning Annex
and writing conferences.
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