Learn to integrate real-world issues into compelling fiction with Kim Johnson.
You can attend this program in person or take part online. To take part online, click "Register."
This interactive presentation focuses on integrating real-world social, political, and environmental issues into your fiction. Discover methods for researching current and historical topics and weaving them seamlessly into your storyline. We’ll cover how to balance fact and fiction, ensuring your story remains compelling while addressing important topics. Offers essential tips and strategies for refining your writing.
Bio: Kim Johnson writes social thrillers tackling some of society’s most compelling issues. Her bestselling novel, This Is My America, won numerous accolades. Her second novel Invisible Son, was a 2023 LA Times Book Award Finalist. She holds an MFA from Oregon State University Cascades and lives in the Washington D.C area.
Central Oregon Writers Guild's mission is to provide Central Oregon area writers a forum for mutual support and education through meetings, annual events and workshops. Our goal is to advance growth and success for individual writers of all genres and skill levels. Founded in 2002, the Guild is a non-profit organization, run entirely by volunteers.
Guild meetings take place on a monthly basis, where we feature guest speakers, panels, member readers and small group interaction, with topics of interest to writers at all skill levels. Meetings are free and open to the public.
Questions? Contact beccar@dpls.lib.or.us.
AGE GROUP: | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Write Here | Adult Program |
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