Writers' Weekend 2012

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Writers' Weekend 2012

Saturday, February 4
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Central Library

Join us at the Central Library on Saturday, February 4 for our fantastic Writers' Weekend lineup of programs:

FINDING THE FACTS – HISTORICAL RESEARCH FOR WRITERS

The art of historical research. Christine Hayes explores the best ways to research for any writing project.

10:00 to 10:30 a.m. Register.

10 WAYS TO KILL YOUR WRITING

Join Susan Toy of Alberta Books Canada as she examines the 10 vital elements of marketing and promotion.

10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Register.

PUBLISHING AND EDITING

An editor and two publishers from the Book Publishing Association of Alberta share their insights into the industry along with guidelines for submissions.

12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Register.

MAKE IT IN MAGAZINES

Join multiple award winning writer Marcello Di Cintio as he explores the world of magazine writing.

1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Register.

MAINLINING THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE

Poetry provides the most intense verbal expression of love and seduction. Discover what makes the best love poems so arousing with Rosemary Griebel and Julie Sedivy.

2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Register.

SEX SELLS IN EVERY GENRE

Join four multi-published romance authors for tips and tricks on the craft of writing sensual, emotional love scenes from sweet to scorching.

3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Register.

2012 Featured Contributors:

Alberta Books Canada

Alberta Playwrights' Network

Alexandra Writers' Centre Society

Book Publishers Association of Alberta

Calgary Association of Romance Writers of America

Crime Writers of Canada

Imaginative Fiction Writers Association (IFWA)