In this fast-paced, upbeat session, I’ll look at the keys to the all-important beginning and ending of a novel. I’ll explain what each should accomplish and share some classic opening sentences. As important as the beginning, a less-than-satisfying ending can ruin an otherwise well-written novel. Participants will have read more…
Posts Tagged ‘craft of writing’
2017 Florida Writers Conference
October 20 – 22, 2017
Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs
Workshops, panels, pitch agents and editor
Click here for information
Tallahassee Writers Conference
Presenting two workshops – “The Suspense is Killing Me” and “Changes in Latitude”
Tallahasse Writers Conference
Saturday, April 22
Augustus B. Turnbull III Conference Center
Florida State University
Novel In A Day Workshop
Presenting “Novel in a Day,” a full-day interactive workshop
Saturday, April 29, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
A benefit for the Florida Writers Foundation
Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs
Click here for information and registration
Creating a literary legacy
After 15 years of telling lies for a living—writing novels and short stories—I’ve made a slight change of direction. Old Parker has always been a history buff, particularly reading about the heroic exploits and sacrifices of the brave young men who fought in World War II. So when Martin Olsen, a read more…