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
What were the standout Science Fiction & Fantasy books of 2025? Join the Orlando Area Science Fiction Society (OASFiS) for a discussion of last year's best books.
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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.
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New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will discuss how to write teen romance in novels for Young Adult readers.
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Author Shannon A. Thompson will explore love, loyalty, and rivalry by examining character chemistry, whether it’s passionate romance, steadfast friendship, or high-stakes hero–villain tension.
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Literary agent Anjanette Barr will discuss how both traditional and self-published authors can cultivate a successful writing career by changing their mindset to partner with publishing professionals.
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Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will equip writers to find or form a critique group and provide meaningful critiques that identify problems without hurting feelings.
Learn more>Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Program Area)
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Attend an hour-long workshop with local writers as we brainstorm ideas, discuss writing methods, and give constructive feedback. Submissions must be sent ahead of time. Recommended for adults.
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Author and editor Alli Martin will discuss how to mine your idea to discover the character's motivation, obstacles, and secrets to create a story. This is a generative, collaborative workshop.
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Literary agent Paula Weiman will discuss how writers can reframe rejection, build resilience, and stay motivated on the path to publication.
Learn more>Finding a Literary Agent
presented by Florida SCBWI
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Ready to publish? Erika Staiger with Spencerhill Associates covers the process of finding a literary agent and what to do once you get one. Learn tips and tricks to make your query letter stand out.
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