Working on a novel? Thinking about it? Looking for inspiration? A few ideas? Join Gustavus novelist Kim Heacox for a 3-hour-long workshop on how to improve your fiction. He is the author of \u201cJimmy Bluefeather,\u201d winner of the 2015 National Outdoor Book Award for creative fiction.<\/p>\n
He will discuss: character development – how to make one or more compelling character(s) that the readers care deeply for; using strong points-of-view (and shifting points-of-view) to further develop characters and the story; creating a plot that\u2019s compelling, not corny; scene setting that adds tension by entering late and leaving early; and compelling dialogue that employs intelligence, color, morality, humor and wit.<\/p>\n
Each subject will cover about 30 minutes and involve short writing exercises and time for sharing. There will be an opening, a closing and a 15-minute break in the middle. Kim will offer handouts and employ writing samples from Alaskan and non-Alaskan novelists, including Anthony Doerr, Charles Frazier, Chad Harbach, Seth Kantner, Eowyn Ivey and his own work, among others.<\/p>\n
Fee: $45 for members of 49 Writers, and $55 for non-members. This workshop will take place on April 18 from 6-9 p.m. Register at 49writingcenter.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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