So, it’s August, kids.
I know.
How did that happen?
But hey. While time’s flying by, let’s take a minute to put a few things on the calendar, should we? (Oh, yes. Let’s.)
* August 8th, 10th and 12th (yes, that’s NEXT WEEK) I’m teaching a teen writer’s class at the Wasatch County Library in Heber City, Utah. It goes from 10:00 – 11:00 those 3 days, and guys — IT’S FREE. I know. I’m all about Community Service. Just ask my parole officer. [1]
We’re going to talk about some great writing tips. Great ones. So come, teens. You are all welcome. And wouldn’t it be excellent if we filled up a room? (Well, yes. Yes it would.)
* At some point near the end of the month (I know. Calendars. My nemesis. Nemeses?) the Community Ed class schedule will arrive in mailboxes throughout Wasatch County. I’ll be in there. Well, my NAME will be in there. Because I am teaching 2 classes. Fun ones. One will be an expanded Teen Writer’s class similar to the Library one (but longer… and, you know, not as free), and the other is about overcoming all the writing hurdles (like that long list of excuses we all have about why we haven’t written that book we’ve been meaning to write for EVER). If you don’t get a paper copy, call the UVU Wasatch Campus and ask for a catalog, because hey — WRITING CLASSES! As a personal favor, because I just Love You, here is the link to the actual registration page online. You’re welcome. Just CLICK THESE CAPITALIZED WORDS RIGHT HERE. Yes. You’re welcome. I’m all about making your life convenient. Classes start September 13th and run through October 18th on Tuesday evenings. Come. Bring a snack [2]. Let’s talk about writing books. Don’t live in the Heber Valley? Too bad. Just kidding — it’s not even guaranteed snow season yet. So brave the canyon and come join us. (Looks like each class is $54. BARGAIN!)
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[1] THAT IS A JOKE. I do not have any sort of parole officer. I don’t even know anyone who is a parole officer. I have done nothing to deserve a parole officer. Or Community Service hours. I’m just a nice girl. Really, truly.
[2] I don’t actually know if you’re allowed to bring a snack. But I think probably you can. Because you’re so responsible. Like the kind of person who picks up wrappers and puts them in appropriate receptacles. Aren’t you?
(4) Comments for this blog
Is it legal for me to pretend that I just lost 10 years so I can be a teen again? Because I’d really truly love to come to your writing class at the library.
Is it legal for me to pretend that I just lost 10 years so I can be a teen again? Because I’d really truly love to come to your writing class at the library.
You’ll appreciate this, Becca. I was going through some of my old drafts of stories tonight that I’ve had on my computer since I was in high school (or barely graduated) and I discovered a couple surprisingly good beginnings of stories. It was amazing! I don’t remember writing this particular story, but I was definitely in the zone because I left myself a very good cliffhanger to resolve.
I am so proud of myself and of the writing I’m capable of doing!
That is all. 🙂
You’ll appreciate this, Becca. I was going through some of my old drafts of stories tonight that I’ve had on my computer since I was in high school (or barely graduated) and I discovered a couple surprisingly good beginnings of stories. It was amazing! I don’t remember writing this particular story, but I was definitely in the zone because I left myself a very good cliffhanger to resolve.
I am so proud of myself and of the writing I’m capable of doing!
That is all. 🙂