Learn how to push through writer roadblocks so you can finally finish that novel!

Have you been working and reworking the beginning of your novel but can’t seem to push past a certain point? You want to finish the first draft, but something is stopping you from making progress. In this one-day workshop, we’ll talk about different road-blocks writers face and learn practical tips for overcoming them. After a discussion about what’s holding you back, you’ll create a loose outline or beat sheet, make a plan for finishing your novel, set deadlines, and learn ways to hold yourself accountable. (You may even find another member of the workshop to be your accountability partner.) You’ll leave class with the tools and confidence you need to finally finish your novel!

In-person class: This workshop will take place at The Writer’s Center, 4508 Walsh St, Bethesda MD.

In this workshop you’ll:

• Learn practical tips to help you finish your draft, including “discovery drafting” and “writing as if.”
• Create a loose outline or beat sheet for your novel.
• Set deadlines to keep you on track.
• Discuss ways to stay accountable to your goals.
• Find solutions to your writing roadblocks.

Time requirements

• No additional time required outside of class.

Materials

• All reading materials will be provided.

Who should take this workshop?

• This workshop is for intermediate and advanced writers who are ready to finally finish the first draft of a novel-in-progress.

If you need an accommodation for this workshop, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.