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Who needs this workshop? Every writer.

9/29/2017

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Our next workshop is a 2-day editing workshop. 

Thinking that you can produce a piece of writing that is perfect first time, is folly. Not even the most experienced author can do this.

If you have finished writing your story and want to polish it and make it the best it can be, or you're half way through and want to know if you are on track, this is the next step. In most cases, what needs to happen now is an edit and total rewrite, or several rewrites. In this workshop, we will cover the things that will make the agent or publisher's editor stop reading and learn how to fix them.

If you want a polished, professional, end-product that is all it can possibly be, editing and rewriting is of crucial importance. I like to split production of a finished manuscript into five stages, editing, revision, deletion, addition, and change.

Thinking that you can just skim over your draft, tweak it a little, and all will be well is delusional. Commit yourself to careful, critical rewrite. It’s where you make shabby first thoughts into a work of art. It’s where you transform ordinary characters into complex, engaging human beings. It’s where you tighten your story – shedding flat and flowery sections, and creating a taut exciting narrative that the reader will want to keep reading. It’s where you make your prose sing.

Editing and rewriting is different from writing your first draft. For a start, you have something to work with; you’re not creating from scratch. It’s a different mindset. You need to be creative, of course, but you need to be critical. You also need to know when to leave well enough alone.

If you have a body of work to edit, bring it with you and we will edit the first few pages, if not, come and learn what to look for in future stories or manuscripts. 


October 7th and 8th, Editing your masterpiece.  10am to 3 pm

Book now on the workshop page or phone 54 399 038 to book. http://www.gondorwriterscentre.com/workshops.html​ 
 
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They will have fun while they learn new skills

9/11/2017

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School holidays are fast approaching. There will be  lots of holiday fun and learning at Gondor in September.

​Still places in these fun workshops.

​These holidays, the children have a choice of writing workshops, illustrating workshops, or both in the one workshop in the picture book workshop.  

These workshops fill fast so if you want your kids to stop saying, 'I'm bored.' And want to send them somewhere they can have fun while they improve their writing and art skills, check the website now and make your booking.


http://www.gondorwriterscentre.com/school-hoilday-programs.html


For the adults:
The September workshop is a very interesting and important workshop for the writer set on improving their writing.  
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One of the biggest problems I see when I'm editing is flat writing.


Good writing will pull your reader into the story, make them feel like they are in the place and keep them engaged. The following are some of the things that make your writing engaging:
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  • When a reader is reading your scene descriptions they should be able to see what you are describing. You need to create word pictures that are as vivid as a painting. 

  • The correct and effective use of metaphor and simile also strengthens your writing. 
 
  • Some writers have a habit of 'telling' the reader what is happening instead of 'showing' them. 
 
  • Many unnecessary words are used and this slows the story down.  
 
  • What do you put in and what do you leave out?
 
  • How do you make every word count?
That information and how to create word pictures and effective and interesting metaphors and similes, plus, the use of show don't tell, and the ability to create rising tension are all important tools. How to use these tools to create your masterpiece is covered in this workshop.
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Sept 23rd: Advanced class: Strengthening your writing: 10am to 3 pm

Book now on the workshop page or phone 54 399 038 to book. http://www.gondorwriterscentre.com/workshops.html​
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Learn how to create writing that engages the reader

9/2/2017

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To celebrate Spring our Sacred Oak tree is blooming. By the time the next workshop rolls around on September 23rd it should be covered in flowers. 

The September workshop is a very interesting and important workshop for the writer set on improving their writing.  
​
One of the biggest problems I see when I'm editing is flat writing.



Good writing will pull your reader into the story, make them feel like they are in the place and keep them engaged. The following are some of the things that make your writing engaging:
​
  • When a reader is reading your scene descriptions they should be able to see what you are describing. You need to create word pictures that are as vivid as a painting. 

  • The correct and effective use of metaphor and simile also strengthens your writing. 

  • Some writers have a habit of 'telling' the reader what is happening instead of 'showing' them. 

  • Many unnecessary words are used and this slows the story down.  


  • What do you put in and what do you leave out? How do you make every word count? That information and how to create word pictures and effective and interesting metaphors and similes, plus, the use of show don't tell, and the ability to create rising tension are all important tools. How to use these tools to create your masterpiece is covered in this workshop.
​
Sept 23rd: Advanced class: Strengthening your writing: 10am to 3 pm

Book now on the workshop page or phone 54 399 038 to book. http://www.gondorwriterscentre.com/workshops.html​

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