In this three-day class for adults, we teach about writing a book, finding inspiration, beating writers block, how to use writing to express and release emotions, creative practices to allow ideas to flow, marketing, the steps to indie publishing, and basics on traditional publishing. Taught by Coral Isabella Aurora, a local author who writes young adult, middle grade, new adult, and children’s books, this camp teaches the necessary ingredients to becoming an author.
Besides the fun curriculum for all aspiring authors, this camp provides one snack and drink for each day.
Saturday, October 14th, 2023 - 12:00 PM - 5:00PM
Saturday, October 21st, 2023 - 12:00 PM - 5:00PM
Saturday, October 28th, 2023 - 12:00 PM - 5:00PM
$150.00 a person
A nonrefundable downpayment of $75.00 must be made to book your space in this class. Class must have a minimum of three participants. In the event that there are not enough participants, you will receive a full refund, including the down payment, and the class will be canceled.
CURRICULUM
DAY ONE FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
The parts of a fictional book.
Structuring a plot.
Different ways to organize plots, chapters, and characters of a book before the first draft.
Snack break
Using fiction to express emotions, thoughts, and ideas.
Creating realistic characters.
Fun exercises to loosen up the writer’s brain.
Writing a short story about a character.
DAY TWO FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
Protecting your ideas and written work.
Indie publishing vs. traditional publishing.
Types of book formats to sell.
Snack break
Finding an agent
What is a query letter
Using improv acting to allow creative flow.
DAY THREE FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
Finding an editor
Options for formatting
Book cover design 101
Snack break
How to launch a book
Creating buzz before a book is released
How to sell books at events
How to solve writer’s block.