SUMMER WORKSHOP FOR TEEN WRITERS

Kristi Cook

The Building Blocks of Fiction

4 weeks: Saturdays, July 7 –July 28, 2012, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
$125 per student

Course will take place at Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Author Kristi Cook will guide student writers through the building blocks of creative writing by covering topics to include, effective world-building; creating memorable characters; plot structure; opening with a bang; writing dialogue that shines; meaningful point-of-view; and much more. By using both interactive exercises and writing prompts, the student writers will gain practice using the skills explored, and will also learn to utilize thoughtful criticism to improve their writing.

Please note: This workshop is ONLY for teen writers who will be enrolled in high school next year (grades 9-12). Students are expected to attend ALL FOUR sessions.

Nationally bestselling author Kristi Cook (also writing as Kristina Cook and Kristi Astor) has written a dozen novels for teens and adults, ranging from historical and NASCAR romance to paranormal young adult fiction. She has led writing workshops locally and nationally at schools, libraries, the annual Romance Writers of America National Conference, and RT Booklovers Convention. Visit her online at www.kristi-cook.com.

Date and Time
Saturdays, July 7 –July 28, 2012
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Fee: $125