Shake out that fall sweater and your writing utensils to join Lancaster Christian Writers Saturday, October 20, 2018, at Lancaster Alliance Church,
210 Pitney Rd (off Hwy 30 across from Costco) from 9:30AM-12 noon
(registration opens at 9). This month we welcome fantasy novelist and
world-builder par excellence Ruth Morris,
who will be sharing strategies on creating a believable world and
setting for your reader, whether you are writing fiction or telling that
true-life story (for those expecting a workshop on technical
aspects of publishing to Kindle/Createspace/Ingram Spark, that has been
rescheduled for our November meeting).
WORKSHOP: World
building is critical for writing fantasy. But it’s also important for
every genre. Whether your setting is around the corner, across the
globe, two thousand years ago, or in an imaginary world, choosing the
right elements pulls your reader in, adds tension and conflict, and
engages their imaginations. This workshop will look at eight components
of world building and discuss the power and potential of each. There will be time to brain storm ideas for your current project.
SPEAKER: Ruth Morris writes epic fantasy under the pen name Verity Moore. Summoned, first volume in her Through Ancient Portals
series, recently released. She has written non-fiction material for
ministries, is a retired teacher, and remains active as a taxi driver
for the Amish community, which allows plenty of thinking time to plot
her next novel.
CRITIQUE GROUPS: And don't forget to bring your latest work-in-progress (ten copies up to 1500 words).
As always, email questions or concerns to jeanette@jeanettewindle.com
Blessings,
Jeanette Windle
President, Lancaster Christian Writers
Can
you believe summer is already over? It was good to see a great turnout
of LCW writers at both the Montrose and Greater Philly Christian Writers
Conference end of July. Whether you attended or enjoyed some quiet free
time this summer to write, I hope you are ready to crawl from your
metaphorical cave and join fellow writers again for our Lancaster
Christian Writers fall kickoff Saturday, 9/15/18, at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210
Pitney Rd (off Hwy 30 across from Costco) from 9:30AM-12 noon
(registration opens at 9). Whether you are a plotter or a
seat-of-the-pantser in your writing, you'll want to learn from novelist
and writing coach Donna Smith's practical workshop on making the most of
your writing style.
WORKSHOP: "Plotting for Pantsers." People
who write “organically” or by the seat of their pants are called
“pantsers.” They let their stories evolve but are sometimes criticized
for poor structure and not enough planning. This workshop will help
plotters of all sorts with their writing by giving tools for creating
stunning plot twists, making not breaking promises to the reader, using
struggles and conflict to drive the story along, and creating, raising,
and using public stakes to make your story unforgettable.
SPEAKER: Donna
L.H. Smith is a graduate of Christian Writer’s Guild Craftsman program
and holds two college degrees, both B.S. and M.A. in Mass Communication.
Her debut novel, Meghan’s Choice,
made the finals of both the Selah and Will Rogers Medallion Awards. She
blogs and speaks at workshops and retreats. Recently, she took on the
role of Managing Editor of Almost an Author.com, and serves as
ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) Mid-Atlantic Zone Director.
She is also a member of AWSA’s Protégé program (Advanced Writers &
Speaker’s Association). Find out more at: http://donnalhsmith.com
WRITING TO INSPIRE CHRISTIAN WRITERS WORKSHOP: And
LCW has also received an invitation from author and writers conference
director Rita Gerlach to their fall one-Christian writers workshop, also
on Saturday, September 15, 2018, on top of Gambrill Mountain in
Frederick, MD. Registration cost: $40.
Bestselling author Roseanna White will be guest speaker. Seating is
limited. Contact Rita Gerlach at rpkg@comcast.net for more information
or check out Writing to Inspire's Facebook Page
CRITIQUE GROUPS: And don't forget to bring your latest work-in-progress (ten copies up to 1500 words).
As always, for more info email questions or concerns to jeanette@jeanettewindle.com
Blessings,
Jeanette Windle
President, Lancaster Christian Writers
