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Division of Continuing Education
Spring 2008
 

PDF downloadWRITING & PUBLISHING


You Were Born to Be Published
Every time your eyes fall upon a best seller list, do you wish your name was on it? Are friends, family members and/or colleagues continually commenting on how much they love to read your letters? Would the publication of your works land you the raise or tenure that you seek? If you answered yes to any of these, this class, which offers you a proven and tested method for getting your material published no matter what you write, is for you. Based on a system devised by the instructor, this course covers everything you need to know to get your work into print.
Instructor: Tom Bird
Cont_ed #100-80013
NC500 0620 Feb 27 6:30 - 9:30pm
Fee: $55* 1 Wednesday PVCC North^
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You Were Born to Write

Imagine completing your long-awaited book by the holidays while only writing two hours a day. Imagine inspirations coming through faster, smoother and easier than you ever thought possible. Be in control of writing as your art form, calling all the shots, knowing how to self-induce your connection with your author within. What are you waiting for? If you feel as if you have a book waiting to be birthed, this is the class for you.
Instructor: Tom Bird
Cont_ed #100-80012
NC500 0621 Feb 28 6:30 - 9:30pm
Fee: $55* 1 Thursday PVCC North^
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*Savings Package:
Take both Tom Bird classes and save $10!
Register for: Cont_ed #100-80010, NC500 0622, Fee: $99

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Write in the Flow: Answering the Call to Write NEW!
Everyone can write. That’s the philosophy that underlies this workshop. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, whatever your genre or form, Write in the Flow will free your creative expression, deepen your creative experience and show you how your words can pour onto the page, without struggle. Learn practical, fun techniques that will get your stories on paper. Weave worlds of wonder beyond your conscious imagining. Be encouraged and stimulated by a community of writers like yourself. Through inspiring visualizations, dynamic writing exercises and supportive discussion, you will discover that you can write naturally, eloquently and powerfully. At the end of the day, you will take home new skills, new stories and a renewed confidence in your innate gifts. Bring a sack lunch.
Instructor: Mark David Gerson
Cont_ed #100-80005
NC500 0626 Mar 1 9:30am - 4pm
Fee: $69 1 Saturday J138

Writing Your 1st Book or 7th! ...on a Shoestring Budget
Learn how to develop and complete your manuscript in just 6 weeks following a 10 step plan. You’ll also learn how to create a real page turner whether you are doing a fiction, non-fiction, cookbook or even a textbook. $15 material fee payable at class for, “Writing, Publishing & Marketing Your 1st Book”, with all forms, samples and marketing information.
Instructor: Bobbie Christensen
Cont_ed #100-80014
NC500 0695 Mar 5 6 - 7:45pm
Fee: $29 1 Wednesday M223

Publishing Your 1st Book or 7th! ...on a Shoestring Budget

Learn how to submit your work to a publisher or self-publish your own book and keep the profits, plus all about POD’s, ebooks, etc. Includes all forms, contracts, samples, etc. $15 material fee payable at class for, “Writing, Publishing & Marketing Your 1st Book”, with all forms, samples and marketing information.
Instructor: Bobbie Christensen
Cont_ed #100-80015
NC500 0624 Mar 5 8 - 10pm
Fee: $29 1 Wednesday M223

Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published

Did you know that Stephen King was rejected 75 times before he sold his first novel? If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a full-length novel, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past, the editor’s desk. You will be presented with information it may take other writers years to discover, including:
How to become a “published” writer overnight
Submitting manuscripts the correct way
Writing irresistible query letters
100 ways to make money as a freelance writer
FREE future Q&A opportunities
If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop, taught by a successful published writer, is a must! A required fee of $10 is payable to the instructor for information designed to help you long after the workshop is over.
Instructor: LeeAnne Krusemark
Cont_ed #100-80006
NC500 0696 Mar 6 4 - 6:15pm
Fee: $39 1 Thursday J139


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