Local Author

AUTHOR STEPHANIE KEYES

Saturday, May 11^th at 11 a.m.

Interested in writing a book, whether it be fiction, a memoir, or some other genre? Join Stephanie Keyes, local author of The Star Child and The Fallen Stars from Inkspell Publishing, as she walks through the process from Concept through Implementation. She'll provide you with the tips you need how to get started and include her personal take on outlining, character development, plot, and more! An open Q&A session will follow.

 

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The collection is searchable or browsable by category. 

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FREE CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES!

It's not too late to sign-up!

8 two-hour sessions on Saturdays from 10am to 12pm starting March 16th and ending May 4th.
 

 Learn and discuss the basics of creative fiction writing in a casual and fun environment. A quick writing prompt and brief 45 minute or so lecture will then be followed by a group discussion of various aspects of writing craft such as structure, setting, point of view, characterization etc. Examples of great pieces of fiction will be provided. Workshopping your own creative fiction a possibility if there are enough returning participants on a weekly basis.  Regular attendance not required but encouraged. 

Created by current graduate student and published author Kenny Tomasits. 

Please register!

Articles Club

 

No time to read a whole book but still want to engage in meaningful conversation around reading?
Come to the Articles Club!

We read 2-3 articles a month from various publications and come together to discuss them.  We will meet on Thursday, March 28th and April 25th from 7-8 PM. Stop into the library for copies of the articles each month or check the Bethel Park Public library Book Club blog for article links:

http://bethelparklibrarybookclubs.blogspot.com/

Please register at the library or give us a call at 412.835.2207.