I have my schedule! For the curious:
Fri, Feb 18 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Violence and Dueling in Political History
Representative Gohmer recently introduced legislation to allow Congress Members to go armed on the chamber floors. What is the true nature of violence, dueling, and the ultimate effect on politics?
Frey, Ruth Garrison, Miki Held, Rhiannon Willich, Dameon
Fri, Feb 18 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Be of Good Character
What makes a good character (protagonist OR villain)? What makes characters grow and change? Why are perfect people boring? Who is Mary Sue? What aspects of a character does a reader bond with?
Cole, Carole Held, Rhiannon Kehrli, Keffy McQuerry, Maureen Silverstein, Janna Wallenfels, Stephen
Sat, Feb 19 3:00 to 4:00 pm
What is it All About
Is a story more than a plot? How does theme enter into a story? How is it different than concept or premise? And when does a passion for theme bring too close to a polemic?
Bolich, Sue Briggs, Patricia Held, Rhiannon Mueller, Sara
Sat, Feb 19 6:00 to 7:00 pm
What makes a successful critique group?
One of the most helpful things in a writing toolbox can be other writers! A good critique group is a win-win situation in which all the participants become the best writers they can be. However, a bad critique group experience can be very discouraging, instead. What makes a successful critique group? Good experiences? What are the pitfalls?
Bolich, Sue Held, Rhiannon Lake, Jay Levine, David Silverstein, Janna
Lots of co-panelists I’m very excited to get to work with!