Liberty States Fiction Writers Conference - March 30 - 31, 2019
Join me at the Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel in Iselin, NJ for the annual Liberty States Fiction Writers Conference, March 30-31 with a cocktail reception on Friday, March 29. I will be teaching two workshops:
Irresistible First Chapters! A Workshop for Writers
As a writer of fiction, you have only the first few pages or that first chapter to grab the attention of readers, agents, publishers, and reviewers. The very best first chapters create a sense of immediacy through the discerning use of detail and an effective POV. Each is a tightly polished piece of work that could be excerpted in whole to be showcased in a magazine or book review, able to stand on its own while pulling the reader more and more into the book.
Reader “Madlibs” Adventure
Have you ever wanted to put your own words in your favorite characters’ mouths? Ever wanted to change the course of a story that you love? In this fun, brainstorming workshop, you, the reader will get to play with characters and storylines with often hilarious results! But it is not all silly fun. By delving into this creative playground, you’ll be opening up your own creativity and getting into the experience of what it means to be a writer.
Irresistible First Chapters! A Workshop for Writers
As a writer of fiction, you have only the first few pages or that first chapter to grab the attention of readers, agents, publishers, and reviewers. The very best first chapters create a sense of immediacy through the discerning use of detail and an effective POV. Each is a tightly polished piece of work that could be excerpted in whole to be showcased in a magazine or book review, able to stand on its own while pulling the reader more and more into the book.
Reader “Madlibs” Adventure
Have you ever wanted to put your own words in your favorite characters’ mouths? Ever wanted to change the course of a story that you love? In this fun, brainstorming workshop, you, the reader will get to play with characters and storylines with often hilarious results! But it is not all silly fun. By delving into this creative playground, you’ll be opening up your own creativity and getting into the experience of what it means to be a writer.
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Create Writing Magic – an 8-week online program to move you forward on your goals. Using the latest in brain science and tips for overcoming procrastination, this program keeps you moving forward. And don’t we all need that help from time to time?
Unleashing Creativity – an in-person full-day workshop in overcoming creative blocks and getting the creative juices flowing. Writing exercises, discussion and reading included.
The Power of a First Chapter in Fiction or Nonfiction – how you begin matters. From the very first words, you either hook your reader or not. In this program, writers get to rework their opening chapters (if they have a work in progress; if not they work on something new) for greatest impact. Chapter transitions that keep the reader engaged are also discussed. This program is offered as either a 1 day or 2-part (weekend) workshop.
Writing Characters Readers Will Love – This full-day workshop is focused on character development in fiction and includes how to use the physical description of your characters to inject and convey emotion, creating your character’s unique voice and how to effectively handle exposition and backstory elements.
Narrative Arc in Fiction and Nonfiction – a narrative arc is less like a sine curve and more like a roller coaster. In this half-day workshop learn the key elements of the narrative arc and how the arc pulls the reader along the story thread to maximum effect. This is offered either as a 90 minutes workshop or half-day. Writing, reading aloud and discussion is included.
Contact Cathleen at cathleen@cathleenoconnor.com if you are interested in having her offer a workshop and for more information on availability and fees.
Unleashing Creativity – an in-person full-day workshop in overcoming creative blocks and getting the creative juices flowing. Writing exercises, discussion and reading included.
The Power of a First Chapter in Fiction or Nonfiction – how you begin matters. From the very first words, you either hook your reader or not. In this program, writers get to rework their opening chapters (if they have a work in progress; if not they work on something new) for greatest impact. Chapter transitions that keep the reader engaged are also discussed. This program is offered as either a 1 day or 2-part (weekend) workshop.
Writing Characters Readers Will Love – This full-day workshop is focused on character development in fiction and includes how to use the physical description of your characters to inject and convey emotion, creating your character’s unique voice and how to effectively handle exposition and backstory elements.
Narrative Arc in Fiction and Nonfiction – a narrative arc is less like a sine curve and more like a roller coaster. In this half-day workshop learn the key elements of the narrative arc and how the arc pulls the reader along the story thread to maximum effect. This is offered either as a 90 minutes workshop or half-day. Writing, reading aloud and discussion is included.
Contact Cathleen at cathleen@cathleenoconnor.com if you are interested in having her offer a workshop and for more information on availability and fees.
Local Classes in Spiritual Living meet monthly in Westchester County, NY
Spiritual Living is a program I developed and have taught for the last 20 years. It meets monthly in Westchester County, NY. If you have interest in this program, use the CONTACT form on my website and I’ll be happy to set up a time to schedule a call to discuss the program with you. Right now I am not taking new students into the program but will be opening up the program for new groups starting in the new year.
Sharing My Interview from The Shine On Show with Kacey Morabito Grean – talking dreams!
As the writer of a book on dreams and how to interpret dreams, I often teach small group workshops on the subject and am interviewed on local programs. The interview below was done earlier this year and captures my approach to dream work.
Please note that the video starts about 30 seconds in.
Sharing My Interview from The Shine On Show with Kacey Morabito Grean – talking dreams!
As the writer of a book on dreams and how to interpret dreams, I often teach small group workshops on the subject and am interviewed on local programs. The interview below was done earlier this year and captures my approach to dream work.
Please note that the video starts about 30 seconds in.
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