Writers' Corner
Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, these quick and insightful videos offer practical advice to help you improve your writing skills, spark creativity, and overcome common challenges. Watch, learn, and take your writing to the next level!
Watch clips from past Writers Corner events and videos featuring tips from bestselling authors.
Upcoming Events
Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Author and editor Alli Martin will introduce the best free or low-cost apps, websites, and tools to take your writing life to the next level.
Learn more>How to Write a Query Letter
Traditional Publishing Boot Camp
Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
A query letter is required when submitting novels or long-form nonfiction to agents and publishers. Literary agent Eva Sclazo will discuss how to write an effective query letter.
Learn more>West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Earn community service hours by becoming involved in West Oaks’ teen literary and creative arts magazine. Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Are you interested in finding a more effective method of planning and using your writing time? Author Jennie Jarvis will discuss how Time Blocking could bring your writing routine to the next level.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Paula Weiman will discuss how early career writers can network effectively and without crossing boundaries to boost their professional writing career.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Marketing starts before publication. From building an author brand to leveraging social media, literary agent Vicky Weber will discuss how to grow an audience eager to buy your books.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Dialogue should not only drive the story but also reveal the characters’ personalities, goals, and conflicts. Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss how to craft realistic dialogue.
Learn more>Writer’s Studio
Writing Club
Chickasaw Branch (Chickasaw - Lab)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Bring your laptops, journals and writing utensils and enjoy a quiet writing space. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Learn more>Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Learn to express yourself by exploring different poetic techniques, forms, and themes. For seniors (other adults welcome!). Registration required.
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