Writer's Life: Persistence and the Reality of Being a Writer
Summary:
In writing, persistence isn't the destination, but the name of the road every author travels. Explore what it means to persist, what the end game is, and the hard realities of the writing life.
Join motivational psychologist Dr. Stephen P. Kelner as he helps you to motivate your writing through his exploration of the seven deadly myths of creativity.
Learn how to maintain your momentum and energy over the long haul of a career in writing. Our panel of experienced authors is joined by Dr. Stephen P. Kelner, author of Motivate Your Writing.
Our panelists share some of their favorite tales from the front lines of the writing world! Learn what the world of writing and publishing is really like in this candid discussion.
Go beyond Google Searches as we dig into the tools writers rely on to craft their stories. From tips on performing expert interviews to online resources, our panelists share their favorites tools.
Should you write for readers of a particular gender? If so, how do you do it? If not, how do you make the story accessible to all? Explore these and other questions about the role of reader gender.
How far can you go in a YA story? Are there any YA taboos left? Or are the gloves off in modern YA? Join us as we talk about where the boundaries are for modern YA stories.
With a decade or more age difference between many writers and the YA protagonists they write about, we look at tips for writing younger characters that still feel real to the reader.
What makes a story YA? What types of stories work for a YA book? Does your hero have to take his shirt off? Explore these and other YA mysteries in this exploration of what makes a story "YA."