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
