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Ken Derby, author of The Top 10 Ways to Ruin the First Day of School


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Having trouble coming up with good ideas for stories? Not after watching this innovative workshop!
  
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Ingenious and inspiring. I am already brimming with new ideas!
 
This was exactly the creative boost I needed. Thanks!
 
Robyn D.
 

It's the granddaddy of all writing advice, and it's absolutely essential to master. But how? Come along and we'll show you....
  
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A terrific learning experience.
 
Great content, great presenter--top quality all around. Thank you, Emma
 
Carol D.
 

The one thing great writers have in common is the ability to create flowing, impactful dialogue. Featuring award-winning author Teresa Funke, this workshop breaks this complex concept down to its basics, and empowers you to craft superb dialogue.

Once and for all, you'll know exactly how to craft conversations that will entrance readers and add new excitement, emotion and power to your writing.

No matter where you are in your writing career, you can become a better writer in very short order -- by mastering the vital art of dialogue.

The art of reading, analyzing and extracting writing insight from great books is a crucial skill that every writer must have. Here's how to do it - the right way!
  
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This was AMAZING.
 
SOOO helpful. Thank you!
 
Vivian I.
 

Finally! Revise your work like a pro with this fun, easy to use system. Just answer some questions and get specific instructions on how to make your manuscript better. It really is magic!
  
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The ONLY editing tool that truly solves the problems!
 
A wonderful tool that should be in *every* fiction writer's possession.
 
Britt Malka, author of the Mystery Book Blub Cozy Mystery series

Learn the Secret Used By Top Authors to Create Excitement, Movement & Flow.
  
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This was a SPECTACULAR lesson.
 
Thank you SO much. Extremely helpful. I will be re-watching multiple times, so that this bakes into my DNA!
 
Vivianne L.
 

Learn the easy way to use a crucial technique that creates strong stories.
  
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Mind-bogglingly brilliant.
 
Sheila M.
 

How do your readers feel after finishing your stories? If they aren't raving, you need a stronger ending. Here's how to finish your stories in style.
  
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WOW! Life-changing for this writer!
 
Thank you! I'm so glad I signed up!
 
Maureen H.
 

Are your stories just blah? Learn the crucial technique of Narrative Tension and start writing page-turners today!
  
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Lola, you were mesmerizing.
 
Your teaching was rich. If I can apply even a little of this, I will be thrilled. Thank you sooooo much for sharing.
 
Katherine P.
 

A story without conflict isn't really a story - it's just a procession of events. Here's how to build page-turning excitement by creating the right kind of conflict your story needs.
  
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This was absolutely incredible!
 
Totally invaluable. Changes my writing in the best ways!
 
Julia B.
 

Don't let fear of criticism hold you back from creating stories with richly diverse characters. Here's the *right* way to do it.
 
Learn when and how to include diverse characters, how to write characters with disabilities or other challenges, how to respectfully create characters of a different race, culture, religion or sexual orientation... and more!

Putting a bit of yourself into a story can be scary. But it doesn't have to be - in fact, it can be exactly the thing that cements your connection with readers.
 
In this one-of-a-kind workshop, Teresa Funke explains how sharing your life's triumphs, struggles and lessons can have a major impact on the lives of your readers, and shares concrete tips for choosing appropriate events, putting them into words and finding the courage to share them with the world.

Learn how conflict, setbacks & emotional upheaval can make your writing come alive.
  
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This was fantastic information, filled with heart and so deeply moving.
 
Thank you so much!
 
Susan H.