Letting go of resistance, relaxing with music to free yourself, free-writing exercises and writing prompts
Why do you want to write? Creating your writing space—physical, emotional, spiritual space
Take a mindful beach walk to enhance your five senses to improve your writing skills as well as to relax to the crashing waves, chat with new friends, find shells. The beach is usually quiet this time of year and the air smellsl so fresh and salty.
Brainstorm, research, create a workable outline
Save time and effort by figuring out each main character’s external and internal conflicts, so the character changes from the beginning to the end of the story. This technique works for plotters and pantsers, and for fiction and nonfiction.
Drive to a peaceful labyrinth, nestled among gently blowing palm trees, coastal foliage, lovely birdsong, and a trickling fountain. Learn how to deepen your character arc by using the spiritual labyrinth to uncover external plot twists that will forever change your characters internal growth. (approximately an 8-10-minute drive)
Figure out who your target audience is and where your book belongs on a bookstore shelf.
This is a special opportunity! Literary agent, Michelle Lazurek, from Wordwise Media Services will speak over Zoom while you eat lunch. She will discuss the role and benefits of literary agents and will take questions. Literary agents are extremely busy, yet she is looking forward to talking with us. Don't miss this one!
Use a plot diagram to tighten internal and external plot points by creating a roadmap, so you always know where you are in your writing. This technique works for plotters and pantsers alike.
Take a mindful beach walk to enhance your five senses to improve your writing skills as well as to relax to the crashing waves, chat with new friends, find shells. The beach is usually quiet this time of year and the air smellsl so fresh and salty.
Have you ever wondered why your favorite movie is so engaging? Let's analyze plot points in a movie to enhance your knowledge of the class: Create a Roadmap. Plus, it's a great networking activity with your peers.
Editing techniques and tips to make your manuscript shine for success.
What a special opportunity! Lunch & Learn with Dr. John Herring, CEO of Iron Stream Media. John will speak over Zoom while you eat lunch. He will discuss the benefits of traditional publishing and self-publishing. John is full of brilliant knowledge, so don't miss him!
Draw your reader into your setting and story by tapping into your five senses. Make your reader feel they are present in your story, sitting beside your characters.
This mindful marsh walk is a unique experience. A scenic path winds through wooded, coastal parkland, and over crosswalks with stunning views of marsh and water. Get close and personal with this gentle hike. It's perfect to help you unwind, to get your writing juices flowing, and will stimulate your five senses.
Cherrilynn shares her experience as a former literary agent to teach you about writing a proposal to catch an agent or editor’s eye. Her proposal handout is worth $199.
A brief exploration of different personality types to develop lovable characters with real flaws, and their reactions to unusual circumstances.
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