December 15, 2007 • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Graphic novels are entertaining and popular forms of storytelling. Manga, a Japanese form of graphic novel has recently been gaining ground here in the United States. In this class taught by a renowned graphic artist and story teller Addie Afable, patrons will learn how to write in manga and graphic novel script which will be reviewed and critiqued by the instructor.
View Addie Afable's website at: www.artisticdragon.com
January 19, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Get Started! Learn writing motivation-tips and tools from author Sharon Kotzin Frolick that help you stay motivated with each writing project. Experience how a glimmer of a story can develop into a finished piece. Develop an action plan for success through group activities and exercises.
View Sharon Kotzin Frolick's website at: www.CreativeJuicesCenter.com
February 16, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Author Carmela Martino explains how she fictionalized people, places, and events from her childhood to write Rosa, Sola (J Fic Martino). Participants can practice transforming their own real-life experiences into fiction.
View Carmela Martino's website at: www.carmelamartino.com
March 29, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Have a scary story haunting you? Have a ghost in your graveyard, a demon in your dreams or a mummy on your mind? Join author Ophelia Julien and learn the basics of writing paranormal fiction for short stories or novels.
View Ophelia Julien's website at: www.opheliajulien.com
April 5, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Author Pat Kummer discusses children’s nonfiction markets, conducting market research, writing effective query letters and proposals, and approaching editors. You are encouraged to bring a recent edition of the Children’s Writer’s and Illustrator’s Market to class, a small number of copies will be available for the class to share.
View Patricia K. Kummer's website at: www.scbwi-illinois.org/Kummer.html
May 10, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Laura Toops will show you how to put a fiction story together, with character, setting, plot and dialogue analysis - all the essentials to make a great fiction story.
View Laura Toops' website at: www.lauratoops.com
June 14, 2008 • 10 a.m.-Noon
The process of becoming an author requires patience, persistence, perspiration—and, yes, a bit of talent. Heidi Roemer will share her personal experiences and give an overview of both the creative side and business side of being a writer. She will offer insight, encouragement, and resources that will keep you excited about your goal of becoming published. Bring your questions.
View Heidi Roemer's website at: www.HeidiBRoemer.com