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Here you will find literary related events happening in and around Spokane.
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7th Annual Spokane Writers Conference
The Spokane Writers Conference offers sessions with informative and creative approaches to writing as well as insights into the processes of getting your work published. The range of topics includes writing poetry, children’s literature, science fiction, nonfiction, and hybrid formats as well as revision, research, traditional publication, and more. Central Library (Spokane Public Library) 906 ... Read more
Find out more »9:30 am
Getting Organized to Revise with a Purpose
Spokane Valley Library Free Words Learn practical tips to help you more effectively plan your revision and transform your manuscript into the book you always dreamed it could be. Presented by Trent Reedy. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Registration is required.
Find out more »Developing an Indie Author Mindset
Free Words Discuss why proper habits are important, why “selling” isn’t a bad word, how to plan for the long haul, how to ignore the noise of negative reviews, and much more. Presented by Colin Conway. Part of 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to attend.
Find out more »11:00 am
Which Comes First: The Character or The Plot
Spokane Valley Library Free Words Discuss two ways to approach your story—by developing a main character and by devising the plot. Presented by John Bladek. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to attend. 509-893-8400
Find out more »Writing Blurbs & Pitches That Sell
Spokane Valley Library Free Words Learn how to craft a stellar pitch through simple and straightforward exercises, teasing out the goal, motivation and conflict of your story to hook agents, publishers and readers. Presented by Asa Maria Bradley. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to attend. 509-893-8400
Find out more »12:00 pm
Poetry Before Dark
Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark! This program is free ... Read more
Find out more »Spark-O-Ween
Spark Central Free Community A day of creative learning and trick or treating. Activities include slime-making, story writing and more. Costumes welcome, but not required. 509-279-0299
Find out more »1:00 pm
Getting the Most Out of NaNoWriMo
Spokane Valley Library Free Words NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) is a month-long exercise in writing on a deadline. Dscuss different preparation methods, along with local and online resources to help you reach your NaNoWriMo goal. Presented by Guy L. Pace. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to attend. 509-893-8400
Find out more »Creating with Hybrid Forms
Spokane Valley Library Free Words Learn to embrace the playful qualities of hybrid, genre-defying forms of writing. Read and discuss short pieces of hybrid work by LGBTQ and BIPOC authors before experimenting with writing prompts to create hybrid works of your own. Presented by Wendy Oleson. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to ... Read more
Find out more »2:30 pm
Know Where You Are in the Writing Process
Spokane Valley Library Free Words This workshop examines the five steps in any writing project: Getting the idea, conducting the research, finding the focus, preparing the draft and polishing your work. Discuss the benefits of tackling these tasks in the correct order. Presented by Gordon Jackson. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to ... Read more
Find out more »4:00 pm
Journalism: Find, Pitch & Write Compelling Stories
Spokane Valley Library Free Words Learn how to sniff out compelling stories to write for newspapers, magazines, or websites within the exciting realms of arts, culture, food and more. Presented by Chey Scott. Part of the 7th Annual Writers Conference. Register to attend. 509-893-8400
Find out more »6:00 pm
Queer & Weird Book Club with Ness
This group meets on the fourth Saturday of the month at 6 PM. We will be meeting Saturday, January 28th at 6:00 PM to discuss Xiran Jay Zhao's blistering debut novel, Iron Widow, a ferocious YA fantasy where The Handmaid's Tale meets Pacific Rim to create a story unlike anything I've read before, with a ... Read more
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