For Adults
Release the Novel in You
online or in person
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Is there a Novel Inside of You?
Course Objective:
- 4 elements of a story: Character, Plot, Setting, Theme
- Advanced plotting using original curriculum geared to preteens and teens
- Hooking your reader by the end of the first page
- Common writing mistakes and mechanics of good writing
- Showing vs. telling, POV, character voice, avoiding backstory, passive/active words, writing dialogue, varying sentence structure¸ descriptive writing
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What students are saying:
“I took a novel writing class with Ms. Conroy last semester. I was able to start with a concept and some scattered journal notes and take it through the rough draft of my first novel. Her pointers were very helpful. I don’t think I could have accomplished this without her direction. I enjoyed the work and am pleased with the results. I give her and her teaching a two thumbs up.” Bill T., retired
“Gina Conroy gives incredibly good critiques. She turned my writing upside down in only 10 pages. She crammed so much in I had to come up for air, but I am so pleased with the outcome. Now I’m contest ready. Before, I only thought I could write.” Jessie Gunderson, busy mom of seven
“I connected with Gina early on in my writing career. Grateful for her shared wisdom, I paid close attention to her feedback. Gina bestowed valuable advice throughout the first section of my first novel that led to my making necessary improvements. She pointed out areas that needed strengthening and motivated me to edit ruthlessly. I’d highly recommend writers to Gina’s expertise, and I greatly respect how she’s offering this invaluable service.” Author Wendy Paine Miller
“I’ve known Gina for years—watching her learn these very techniques, put them into action in her novels, and help teenagers dive into the world of storycrafting. Her techniques are guaranteed to put the fun back into learning how to write and to release the budding novelist in you!”- Susan May Warren,RITA and Christy award-winning, best-selling novelist and nationally acclaimed writing coach
Listen to my Writes Publish podcast with co-host Ron Estrada. Coming soon to Youtube!
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Release the Memoir in You
How to find your life’s theme and write your memoir
because you have a story that must be told.
You have a story inside of you dying to get out – a dream to impact the world with the lessons you’ve learned – but you’re not sure anyone would want to read it, and you don’t know how to put it all together or where to start? Perfect! This course will release the memoir in you, guaranteed.
From idea to memoir, you will learn what every story needs to be successful. You’ll find the theme of you life and create a relatable story that will touch and impact others. You’ll learn how to hook your reader so they can’t put the book down, and how to structure and craft a dynamic and powerful, page-turning memoir that will have readers touched, moved, and inspired by your life.
In addition, we’ll review the mechanics of good writing, and you’ll learn to paint a picture in the reader’s mind. Everything you need to get started on writing your life’s story is in this course. Don’t put your dream off another day.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the class, especially its informal setting. It was an abridged, yet very informative class. Assignments were relevant and challenging yet not overwhelming. My biggest take-away was learning how to show the story rather than telling the story. I totally recommend the class.” –Dambisa Hara
Classes available weeknights and weekends Online
$100
Fill out form below for questions or to registration. Easy registration via paypal
$5 service charge applied. Payment is nonrefundable after first class, but can be transferred to another class.
Offer expires 1 year from purchase.
Course Description:
You may think your life isn’t worthy of a memoir, but everyone has a story to tell. Whether it’s overcoming a difficult time in your life or accomplishing something you never thought possible, in “Intro to Memoir Writing,” explore the story you want to tell and share it through memoir writing.
Course Objectives:
- The difference between autobiography, legacy, and memoir writing
- What a memoir is and what it isn’t
- The benefits of memoir writing
- The characteristics of memoir writing
- The different types of memoirs
- Why you should write your memoir
- Finding the theme of your memoir
- Discovering and choosing the events in your life that support your memoir theme
- Discover and develop your authentic voice and unique story
- Outlining , writing your hook
- Mechanics of strong writing
Release the Writer in You
Workshops by Request
P.L.A.Y. with Your Words
Whether writing fiction or nonfiction, every story contains four elements. If one is missing, then your story is incomplete. In this workshop, you will learn to P.L.A.Y. with your words to discover your story.
Creating Dynamic Characters
Great stories start with great characters. Using Gina’s unique B.E.S.T. F.R.I.E.N.D. approach, you will explore your fictional or nonfiction character to get down to the heart and soul of your story, and craft the perfect plot for your dynamic character.
G.O. F.I.S.H. How to Hook Your Reader
Just like a fish on a hook can’t swim away, as writers, we need to write great “hooks” (opening paragraphs) so our readers won’t get away! Come learn how to hook your reader and have them turning the page for more. (It’s recommended you attend the “Creating Dynamic Characters” workshop, but not necessary.)
Memoir, Autobiography, and Legacy Writing, Oh My!
You want to leave a written legacy for your family, but you don’t know where to start or what exactly to write. In this class, you will explore different ways to leave a family history and choose the best one for you.
Why Write Your Memoir?
Come discover the many reasons and benefits to writing your memoir. We’ll uncover the obstacles that might be holding you back and explore ways to remove them so you can find the freedom in telling your story.
Finding Your Life’s Theme
Ever wonder why certain things and memories keep coming up in your life? In this class, we explore those memories and identify some possible themes for writing your memoir. Knowing your theme will bring clarity and focus to your story and just might free up some areas of your life that seem stuck.
Don’t see a time or place that works?
Put together a class of 4 students (and get $10 off tuition) and let’s talk. I love road trips!
For questions put “Memoir” in the subject line or email: gina (@) ginaconroy (dot) com
Calendar of Classes
Don’t see a time or place that works?
Put together a class of 6 students (and get $10 off tuition) and let’s talk, I love road trips!
For questions put “Release the Novel” in the subject line of the contact form below or email: gina (@) ginaconroy (dot) com
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