Class: Susanne Pari & Sheila Gordon - Together Stories
Sat., Aug. 3 • 10:00-12:00 pm • $40
The idea behind “Together Stories” is deliciously simple and wonderfully addictive: using storytelling to forge a bond between the young and the old. Learn how to create a collaborative story using a sequential back-and-forth method via email. Writing a story with a child is a unique way to gain insight into a child’s thoughts—and the kids love it! Susanne Pari is a novelist, essayist, and author of The Fortune Catcher. Sheila Gordon was one of the original organizers the Kidney Foundation Authors Luncheon. She has written a Together Story with her granddaughter Emily.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Postal Code:
- 94925
Class: Mary Edwards - Jump Start Your Art Career
Sat., Aug. 3 • 10:30-12:30 pm • $50
Build your art career by learning to think like an entrepreneur.
Mary Edwards is a Career and Life Coach for Artists. She has a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan and teaches workshops for artists throughout the Bay Area.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Province:
- California
- Postal Code:
- 94925
- Country:
- United States
Class: Elizabeth Stark Powers - Crafting Unforgettable First Pages
Sun., Aug. 3 • 1:00-4:00 pm • $60
You only have a couple pages to hook your prospective agent, editor or reader. Detailed edits and a technique checklist make your opening stand out from the slush pile.
Elizabeth Stark Powers wrote the novel Shy Girl and two short films. She is a veteran writing instructor.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Postal Code:
- 94925
- Country:
- United States
Class: Leslie Goldgehn - Understanding Financial Aid & Acing the College Essay
Tues., Aug. 6 • 6:30-8:00 pm • $25/parents, $15/students
Do you qualify for financial aid? Where does a student have the best chance of receiving aid? Essays are often the “tipping point” that can turn a student’s application into an acceptance letter. Advanced registration recommended.
Leslie Goldgehn Ph.D.has been an Independent College Counselor for over 15 years, and has assisted many students and families through the college application process.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Postal Code:
- 94925
- Country:
- United States
Class: Rea Franjetic - World Travel Tips: Patagonia
Wed., Aug. 7 • 6:00-8:00 pm • $25
Spend Christmas or New Year’s in a unique 18th-century estancia or nature lodge. Hike, trek, horseback ride, and go whale- or birdwatching.
President of Cosmopolitan Adventure Tours, Rea Franjetic is a member of the International Ecotourism Society and president of San Francisco Travel Professionals.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Postal Code:
- 94925
Class: Andrea Alban - Critique Circle for Developing and Revising your Children's Book
2nd Sunday of Every Month, 5:00 - 8:00pm
$40 per session
Critique Circle for Developing and Revising your Children's Book is a monthly workshop led by Andrea Alban for children's writers to deepen the craft of fiction, from initial concept through finished manuscript. Included is plotting a page-turning story structure, developing quintessential characters, creating vivid story worlds, and practicing the art of revision. Writers learn how to give and receive feedback in the spirit of generosity. The mission of this university-level workshop is to guide writers to publish their work. Included is research into publishing houses and literary agencies, and the art of writing cover/query letters, synopses and sample chapters that stand out from the crowd.
Testimonials:
What I most appreciate about Andrea is her optimism and support--a self-described "cheerleader." She has been like a college professor giving me valuable lessons in picture book creation. Her honesty and writing exercises helped me find my voice. It's been an incredible journey with Andrea as my story midwife!
Andrea Alban is the author of nine books, including the YA novel, Anya's War, (shortlisted for China's 2012 Panda Awards and an ALA honor book), and the bestseller, The Happiness Tree. She is a dynamic speaker at schools, writing conferences, and literary festivals. Andrea edits manuscripts and coaches writers in manuscript development and revision as well as how to prepare submissions to editors and agents.
- Street:
- 51 Tamal Vista Blvd
- City:
- Corte Madera ,
- Province:
- California
- Postal Code:
- 94925
- Country:
- United States
