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Class: (Spring '10) Research Makes the Plot Come Alive

Waubonsee Community College: ***NOTE Changed TITLE*** "Make Your Plot Come Alive" (102WWS808.820 (21929)) April 10, 2010; Saturday; 9:00am - 2:00pm; APC 258

Joliet Junior College: (LLC.3983.T1 (43615)) March 27, 2010; Saturday; 9:00am - 3:00pm; TBA

NEW! Draw readers into your story with a plot that fascinates, envelops and convinces them they are there. Proficient research can help create a captivating tale by augmenting the accuracy, authenticity and realism. But what resources are available and how do you start? Historical novels, period pieces, and murder mysteries must be accurate. And in the competitive market of creative writing, it's imperative to learn the latest trends and the appropriate wording for your target group. Research is necessary for thrillers, fantasy, romance, and other genres. First-rate research can make for a first-rate story.

Class: (Spring '10) Writers In Progress

Canceled - Waubonsee Community College: (102WWS804.600 (21926)) February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, 2010; Wednesday; 7:00pm - 9:00pm; HCC 105

Joliet Junior College: (LLC.3859.T1 (40287)) February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, 2010; Wednesday; 7:00pm - 9:00pm; BTC Rm 2000

Join other writers for a meeting on the first (third in Joliet) Wednesday of each month. It includes period of instruction on writing techniques and the remaining time on critiquing the manuscripts students bring to class. Participants can range from unpublished novices to authors with works in progress. It's a great opportunity to get motivated, gain writing skills and creative guidance. The agenda: 7 p.m writing technique instruction 30 - 45 minutes; followed by a constructive and positive critique session led by author Jackie Powers who has conducted critique groups for years.

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Researching

03/10/2010 - 9:41am

Last Friday I spent most of the afternoon at the library researching castles. And last night, I spent most of the evening researching tents and glass.

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