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Summer Writing Workshops

Ages 14+
2023-06-15 19:00:00 2023-06-15 20:30:00 America/Chicago Summer Writing Workshops Algonquin Area Writers Group presents a workshop series for writers of any experience level and genre. Open to all, ages 14+ Harnish Main - Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Thursday, June 15
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Harnish Main

Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Algonquin Area Writers Group presents a workshop series for writers of any experience level and genre. Open to all, ages 14+

Ever thought about writing a novel or memoir? Join in this fun, relaxed workshop series for writers of any experience and genre. Instructor and author Mary LaMont will present creativity exercises, and prompts to inspire you outside of class. Share your writing (optional) with this supportive, non-judgmental group. Register for workshops individually, just one or two, or all five!

Thursday, June 15, 7:00- 8:30 p.m. What Makes A Good Story? How to Choose Genre and Structure

Thursday, June 22, 7:00- 8:30 p.m. Develop Strong and Distinctive Characters

Thursday, June 29, 7:00- 8:30 p.m. Shape A Compelling Scene

Thursday, July 6, 7:00- 8:30 p.m. Visual Storytelling and Symbolic Writing

Thursday, July 13, 7:00-8:30 p.m. How To Revise and Submit Your Work

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | High School Program | Adult Program |

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