Workshops
The Image/Moment with Sue Reynolds- Members Only Event
Taylors Newmarket 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario, CanadaThe Image/Moment is a sure-fire technique to calibrate readerly anxiety and tension in fiction, creative non-fiction or even poetry. The Image Moment (a single element of Jack Grapes’ METHOD WRITING) is a stunningly effective and reliable way to manage the pacing of psychological tension for your reader. Experiment with and experience the effects of this incredible technique in this 2 hour workshop.
Return of the Plot Bunny with MJ Moores- A Members Only Workshop
Taylors Newmarket 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario, CanadaDid you miss the Following Rabbit Holes and Chasing Plot Bunnies workshop? Did you attend the workshop and had hoped to join MJ Moores for another session? Is this the first you’re hearing of a chance to work your own story issues? Do you recall us saying that membership has perks? The plot bunny is back by popular demand.
Plotting for Good with Richard Scrimger followed by AGM
Newmarket/Aurora TBAPlotting for Good. The good of the story, that is.
WCYR is pleased to have Richard Scrimger join us to share insights about plotting our works in progress.
Richard compares plotting to baking. "You can work from scratch or from a mix. Both approaches taste great!" Richard will review some suggested do's and don'ts related to plotting. Bring your pencils or writing devices as there will be a participation segment.
Q and A to follow.
Unforgettable: Building Characters that Resonate -Ruth E. Walker
Newmarket TBAIn this workshop, Ruth will review memorable characters and lead a group discussion on techniques of character development. Participants are encouraged to bring their character or character in progress and engage in exercises to enrich them. Ruth will discuss character partners (POV, plot, backstory). Q & A will follow.