Mystery author Kit Ehrman, Writing Workshops offered by mystery author Kit Ehrman

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2006 - 2007 Writers Workshops . . .

How to Create Characters Readers Care About . . .

2 hours

Learn how to build complex, interesting characters. Once you’ve developed your characters, how do you get the reader to care about them? Find out, and learn how to present the character naturally as the story unfolds.

Writing Effective Dialogue . . .

2 hours

Learn how to write effective dialogue, identify speakers without being obtrusive, and incorporate other story elements into dialogue.

Plotting The Mystery . . .

1 1/2 hours

Learn how to develop a plot that keeps the reader turning the page.

Learn to Avoid the Ten Most Common Writing Mistakes . . . 2 1/2 hours

Learn proven techniques to tighten and improve your writing and increase your chance of becoming published.

Getting Published and Book Promotion . . .

1 1/2 hours

This session covers the all-important query letter and how to select editors and agents to approach. You’ll learn how to keep your efforts organized and, most importantly, strategies for dealing with rejection. Once you’ve become published, you’ll need to promote your book. We’ll talk about that, too.

How to Edit Your Work . . .

2 hours

After reviewing editing examples, the student will apply the techniques to their own pages that they've brought with them.

About your Presenter . . .

Kit Ehrman is the award-winning author of the Steve Cline Mystery Series published by Poisoned Pen Press. Titles include TRIPLE CROSS, 2006 COLD BURN, 2005, DEAD MAN'S TOUCH, 2003, and AT RISK, 2002. Her series has received outstanding reviews in The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Denver Post, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and Kirkus, among others.

Scheduling Details and Fees . . .

Workshops can be mixed and matched to create longer or full-day events covering multiple topics. Cost is $20.00 per person whether you choose multiple topics or just one. Each participant will receive an autographed trade paperback of one of Ehrman’s mysteries (a $15.00 value) and an informative class handout ranging from 15 to 35 pages, or more. Pre-registration is required, minimum of ten registrants needed. There are no other fees unless distance requires an overnight stay.

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