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7th Annual Spokane Writers Conference

October 27, 2023 @ 10:30 am - October 28, 2023 @ 5:30 pm
Central Library, 906 W. Main 
Spokane, Washington
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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

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9:30 am

Developing an Indie Author Mindset

October 28, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA United States
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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.

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11:00 am

Which Comes First: The Character or The Plot

October 28, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA United States
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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

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12:00 pm

Spark-O-Ween

October 28, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Spark Central, 1214 W Summit Pkwy
Spokane, Washington 99201
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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

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1:00 pm

Getting the Most Out of NaNoWriMo

October 28, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA United States
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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

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Creating with Hybrid Forms

October 28, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:45 pm

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

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2:30 pm

Know Where You Are in the Writing Process

October 28, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA United States
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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

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4:00 pm

Journalism: Find, Pitch & Write Compelling Stories

October 28, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA United States
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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

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