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SUMMARY:Mystery Novel for the Novice
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the different mystery tropes and subgenres while obtaining the building blocks for your caper!\nLearn how to differentiate the unique mystery tropes while gaining a better understanding of the expectations surrounding popular mystery subgenres. Explore important tools related to crafting clues and red herrings. Beginners will have the opportunity to use the tips provided to craft their own miniature plot outline. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nMystery tropes\nMystery subgenres\nPlot expectations\nSetting tools\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is intended to help beginners interested in writing their own mystery novel.\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://writer.org/event/mystery-novel-for-the-novice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:How to Craft a Short Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create an exciting short mystery story (beginners encouraged)!\nFans of mystery have the chance to build their own condensed caper using helpful tips and tools by a popular published mystery author. \nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nCharacter Development\nPacing\nSuspense Building\nMystery Tropes\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nFans of mystery novels and lovers of short stories\, delight! This workshop aims provide key building blocks necessary for crafting eloquent short mystery stories. It’s applicable for both fans of the larger mystery genre as well as lovers of the shortened tale.\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://writer.org/event/how-to-craft-a-short-mystery/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000
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SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn the building blocks of creating your own novel.\nIf you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own story. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nPacing and Plotting\nCharacter Development\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nSetting\n\nTime requirements\n\nAbout 30 to 45 minutes outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginners and individuals interested in starting their own novel.\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://writer.org/event/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn the building blocks of creating your own novel.\nFans of fiction delight! If you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own story. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nPacing and Plotting\nCharacter Development\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nSetting\n\nTime requirements\n\n30-45 minutes/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginners and individuals interested in learning more about the novel writing process.\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://writer.org/event/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Craft new worlds while learning the key building blocks necessary to create a fictional story.\nFans of fiction delight! If you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own story. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nPacing and Plotting\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nCharacter Development\nSetting Evolution\n\nTime requirements\n\n1-2 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is ideal for beginners and individuals eager to learn more about writing.\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://writer.org/event/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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