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
Literary agent Paula Weiman will discuss the distinctions between different book age categories, from board book through adult.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Whether you're taking readers to cultures of the past, into contemporary halls of power, or to future or fantasy realms, author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss techniques to transport readers
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>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.
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>Writing Workshop: Timely or Trendy?
How to Predict, but Not Chase Publishing Trends
Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Author and Editor Lorin Oberweger will discuss how to anticipate changes in the cultural landscape for readers, rather than worrying about chasing market trends.
Learn more>Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Program Area)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
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.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Aspiring novelists often pitch agents or editors at conferences. Learn best practices to make your pitch stand out from book coach and Executive Director of ThrillerFest, Samantha Skal.
Learn more>Online (Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing
Author and book coach Julie Artz will discuss how to craft powerful, emotionally resonant scenes by mastering their structure, purpose, and common pitfalls.
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