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Writing Workshop

February 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

$25.00 – $40.00

Writing Workshop

with Lynn Palermo

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Helping Family Historians Shape their Genealogy Research into Shareable and Entertaining Stories

3 – 1 Hour Presentations with:

• a workbook for each; and,
• Q & A’s to follow

Saturday February 4, 11 and 25, 2023 – 10 a.m. via Zoom

Part 1: Getting Ready to Write

What you’ll learn:

• Understanding your Writing Options
• Getting to Know Creative Nonfiction
• Creating an Organized Workflow
• What is a Family History Story?
• Finding the Story in Your Research

Part 2: Bringing Your Ancestor’s to Life on the Page

What you’ll learn:

• The Difference Between Scene and Summary
• The Elements of a Scene
• Developing Your Ancestor’s Character
• Writing Description & Dialogue and Voice
• Recreating your Ancestor’s World
• Using Social History to Fill in the Gaps

Part 3: How to Write a Story Outline

What you’ll learn:

• The Benefits of Outlining Before You Write
• What is a Story Map
• Identifying 10 Key Starting Scenes
• How to Outline Using the 3 Act Story Structure
• Creating a Storyboard
• A Favourite Outlining Software

Register by February 1, 2023

Details

Date:
February 4, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost:
$25.00 – $40.00

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