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October 2013
Successfully Pitch Editors Workshop
Learn insider tips for selling your articles to editors at magazines, newspapers and websites from a former publishing executive, now a professional freelancer, with bylines at top publications and websites. You’ll discover how to generate winning ideas, perfectly match them to the right periodicals and write successful proposals—that will sell!—in this intensive, but fun, one-day workshop. Give yourself an edge by knowing what happens behind-the-scenes. Receive personal feedback to quickly grow your writing career. Class size strictly limited to 15. All levels welcome.
Find out more »Book Signing: Mystery Loves Company Booksellers: Chesapeake Books and Mysteries
Visit this charming waterfront bookstore in Oxford, Md., carrying mysteries and more. Meet Amy, purchase signed books for you, family and friends. Stroll waterfront shops and dine on decks overlooking the water. Hope to see you there!
Find out more »March 2014
Lecture: Publish Articles in Magazines and on Websites
Finesse story angles, acquire professional interviewing techniques for strong quotes, and hone your voice to develop a recognizable style by attending this lecture. Tricks of the trade are taught by a former publishing executive, now a professional freelance writer with over 200articles published in national and regional magazines, as well as newspapers, including The Wall Street Journal, Village Voice Media and Art in America.
Find out more »Book Signing and Reading
Meet the Author: Amy Abrams. Her two new book releases are showcased: Schenck in the 21st Century-The Myth of the Hero and the Truth of America (a 220-page coffee table book about Pop artist Bill Schenck), which just won the 2013 Literary Award for Fine Art, and her debut novel, The Cage and The Key.
Find out more »Workshop: Nail the Short Story to Write First-rate Fiction
Workshop with Amy Abrams. Most novelists master the art of fiction by writing short stories. In this seminar, we explore creating the arc of your main protagonist, choosing the best point of view, writing authentic dialog, enhancing story through setting and determining tone. Moreover, we see that these components work together creating a cohesive whole. This powerful dynamic, fused from the sum of all parts, is the essence of a winning short story and the essential tool you need for…
Find out more »April 2014
Lecture: Myth of the Hero
LECTURE: THE MYTH OF THE HERO AND THE TRUTH OF AMERICA Amy Abrams discusses her new book release, Schenck in the 21st Century—The Myth of the Hero and the Truth of America, a 212-page coffee table book which won the 2013 US Literary Award for Fine Arts, spotlighting societal expectations dictated by the iconic cowboy, as well as myths defining America and the American Dream.
Find out more »Writing Workshop: First Drafts Hell – Edits Make Heaven
Workshop by Amy Abrams. In this fiction seminar, you learn to write powerful first drafts, then delete and tweak for publishable narratives. By allowing abandon on initial manuscripts, you protect the raw potency of your work. It’s tricky editing your own writing; no wonder you want to beeline for the fridge and surf the web. So, you’ll learn tools to sift your story down to size. The seminar also shows you how to clarify and refine key components including dialog,…
Find out more »Workshop: Set Yourself Free Through Creativity
Workshop with Amy Abrams. Release your creative spirit through writing. Are you thinking of writing a story that’s in your head—or in your past? Have you written before and seek inspiration to continue? Spark your creativity, increase your confidence and learn insider tips of the trade from a widely-published journalist and author. Creative writing is a fulfilling and fun means of self-expression. Attendees also will learn how to market and publish their work. Free.
Find out more »May 2014
Writing Workshop: The Hero’s Voyage
The most important element of your short story, novel or personal essay is a compelling protagonist. In this seminar, you learn how to create a sympathetic and strong character. You discover how to make all your characters come alive. We’ll also discuss plot, tension, tone, dialog and point of view. You receive feedback on your work, as well as advice and insider tips about publishing. All levels welcome. Class size limited to 15.
Find out more »June 2014
Workshop: Transformation
Transformation and the Voice of the Authentic Self In many lives, loss or trauma ignites transformation. Often, courage is summoned, enabling the false self to become the real self. The surrender may feel radical. Chronicling initiatory events promotes understanding and ultimately, healing. In this workshop, you learn to document your personal journey, giving voice to revelatory experience. You develop creativity and imagination with encouragement and by inspiration. Arrive with a work in process or begin anew. All levels welcome. Class…
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