Daniel Handler, a.k.a. Lemony Snicket, will be speaking as a part of the Seattle Arts and Lecture Series on March 15, 2009 in Seattle. Order tickets now, before they sell out.
S.E. Hinton at Bumbershoot
S.E. Hinton, famed YA author of many books including THE OUTSIDERS and THAT WAS THEN THIS IS NOW, will be speaking at Seattle's Bumbershoot festival on Sunday, Sept. 6th, 2009 from 3:30pm to 4:45pm. Don't miss it!For more info see Bumbershoot's website.
Additional classes taught by Ann Gonzalez
In addition to Ann Gonzalez's online class, Writing for Teens and Tweens (mentioned in the previous post), Ann will also be teaching two classes this fall at North Seattle Community College:Writing for Children and Young Adults Thursday nights 7:00pm - 9:00pm, beginning on Oct. 1, 2009Writing for Children and Young Adults is a craft and... Continue Reading →
Ann Gonzalez class and book trailer
One of Ann Gonzalez's students liked her class enough to make a book trailer for RUNNING FOR MY LIFE, Ann's novel that grew out of NaNoWriMo.And speaking of her classes, the next session of her Writing for Teens and Tweens is set to start on September 13. This is a no risk class -- $100... Continue Reading →
An interview with Robert McKee
There's an interview with Robert McKee, author or STORY, over on StoryLink:Beyond imagination and insight, the most important component of talent is perseverance - the will to write and rewrite in pursuit of perfection. Therefore, when inspiration sparks the desire to write, the artist immediately asks: Is this idea so fascinating, so rich in possibility,... Continue Reading →
Good news for Kirby Larson
In honor of the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Best Friends Animal Society featured the Two Bobbies in their very cool e-zine, Top Story!And don't forget to stop by Kirby's blog for the latest installment in her boy books vs. girl books discussion.
Novel Writing: The Elementals
Here's a workshop for novel writers: What: Need help starting or finishing your novel? In this workshop, we'll take the elemental approach by focusing on setting, character, structure, and the writing practice. Through the alchemy of short writing exercises, discussion, and lecture, you will gain new confidence and skills to write your novel. This workshop... Continue Reading →
UW Extension Writing for Children Certificate Program now enrolling
This just in...The 2009-10 University of Washington Writing for Children certificate program is now enrolling.Investigate the world of children's fiction and nonfiction, including picture books, chapter books, and novels. Learn to bring your own tales to life and captivate children's imaginations. Discover how to transform the idea of a story into an enthralling narrative, page... Continue Reading →
What’s it mean to have a great hook?
The Guide to Literary Agents asked Jay Asher for his picks of great hooks in the fall catalog. Here are some of his choices:Andromeda Klein by Frank Portman. A high school underdog’s tarot card readings become strangely accurate.As You Wish by Jackson Pearce. A teen falls in love with the genie sent to grant her... Continue Reading →
It’s illustration Friday!
Illustration Friday is a weekly illustration challenge . Every Friday they post a new topic and you have all week to come up with your own interpretation. Topics are picked each week from a list of suggestion that have been emailed by participants. There's also an art forum meant to build a creative community, discuss... Continue Reading →