Class: Amy Novesky - On-the-Spot Children's Writing Workshop

05/18/2013 2:00 pm
Class limit of six
48-hour advance registration required
 
 
 
You’ve written a brilliant story and can’t wait to hear what others think. You’re stuck and need a critique. What to do? Bring your manuscript—a picture book, a chapter, or even just an idea (ten-page limit) and we’ll workshop on the spot. Amy Novesky is an independent children’s book editor, author, and experienced workshop leader.

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Province:
California
Postal Code:
94925
Country:
United States

Class: Left Coast Writers® - Monthly Writers Workshop

05/20/2013 8:30 pm

Third Monday of Every Month • 6:30-8:30 pm
$200 per year/$40 Drop-in fee
($150 for Left Coast Writers® members)

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Finally, the writing group everyone has been asking for! Get in on the latest Left Coast Writers® literary adventure: The Left Coast Writers® Monthly Writers' Workshop. Bring your work and your imagination as well as humor, honesty, and attention to an evening of sharing recent writings, discussion on craft, and fabulous literary prompts. Either author/instructors Linda Watanabe McFerrin or Joanna Biggar will be on hand to contribute editorial direction and orchestrate sessions. This is a chance to get feedback on your work and hone your skills in a stimulating, supportive, and highly professional environment.

Led by Linda Watanabe McFerrin & Joanna Biggar

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Province:
California
Postal Code:
94925
Country:
United States

Class: Silvia Iannelli - Intermediate-Advanced Italian Conversation

05/23/2013 8:00 pm

Five Thurs.: May 23 - June 206:00-8:00 pm • $150

 

 

This course is for students who are interested in practicing their language skills by reading and reviewing a short, modern Italian novella in class. All lessons will be conducted in Italian and students must be conversant at an Intermediate-Advanced level.


Silvia Iannelli is a private Italian tutor who was born and raised in Rome. She creates a fun and welcoming environment for her students, motivating them through activities and exercises. Her personal quote is: “La traduzione della parola e’ nel cuore ~ The translation of a word is in the heart.”

 

 

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Postal Code:
94925
Country:
United States

Class: Linda Watanabe McFerrin - Building Character

06/01/2013 4:00 pm

Sat., June 1 • 10:00-4:00 pm • $105

 

 

Character-driven—it’s one way to ensure that your writing is compelling. But how do you create the kind of characters that captivate a reader? Digging up all you’ll need to create characters that jump from the page can be as complicated as a covert operation. This workshop includes plenty of in-class exercises and amusing tips on craft.

Linda Watanabe McFerrin is the Founder of Left Coast Writers®.Her latest novel, Dead Love, a global supernatural thriller, was a Bram Stoker Award finalist.

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Province:
California
Postal Code:
94925
Country:
United States

Class: Leslie Keenan - Is There a Book in You?

06/03/2013 12:00 pm

Four Mon.: June 3 - 24 • 10:00-12:00 pm • $155

 


Have you always wanted to write but weren’t sure you had the time or the discipline? Leslie Keenan has thirty years’ experience helping people uncover and release their ideas. She has worked on over 80 published books. She knows what it takes to get a book from the first glimmer of an idea into its published form.

 

 

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Postal Code:
94925
Country:
United States

Class: Silvia Iannelli - Beginning Italian Review

06/03/2013 8:00 pm

Four Mon.: June 3 - 246:00-8:00 pm • $120

 

 

This class will review the main principles of basic Italian grammar elements. It’s a language course tailored for students who have studied or have been exposed to the introductory fundamentals of the language.


Silvia Iannelli is a private Italian tutor who was born and raised in Rome. She creates a fun and welcoming environment for her students, motivating them through activities and exercises. Her personal quote is: “La traduzione della parola e’ nel cuore ~ The translation of a word is in the heart.”

 

 

Location: 
Street:
51 Tamal Vista Blvd
City:
Corte Madera
,
Postal Code:
94925


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