Constructive Feedback
Don’t trust a mirror that only tells you how wonderful you look.
― Matshona Dhliwayo
October 27, 2021
Just Keep Writing
“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing; that’s why we recommend it daily.”
By Zig Ziglar
October 13, 2021
Be True to Yourself
“Art is theft” was said by Pablo Picasso, and yet they say, “create in your own style.” How can you accomplish that in writing?
June 23, 2021
Haiku
Basho, a 17th century Japanese poet said, “Haiku is simply what is happening in this place, at this moment.”
June 9, 2021
Poetry
Poetry opens a doorway to exploration. It’s an essential form of communication that we need, maybe now more than ever.
May 26, 2021
Theatre Scripts
Imagine that sense of achievement when your creation evokes a unique experience for a whole audience.
May 12, 2021
Screenplays
We all love the movies, right? At this meeting we are going to look at something new, Screenwriting.
April 28, 2021
Conflict
What’s a story without conflict and excitement? BORING! Let’s talk about how to create a little conflict!
April 14, 2021
Second Person Point of View
Our Theme for this meeting is the third in a series of three that deal with Narrative Points of View.
March 24, 2021
First Person Point of View
Our Theme for this meeting is the second in a series of three that deal with Narrative Points of View.
March 10th, 2021
Third Person Point of View
Our Theme for this meeting is the first in a series of three that deal with Narrative Points of View.
February 24, 2021
Pacing continued
This meeting consists of a discussion that is based on books we’ve read.
February 10, 2021
Pacing
A story that is well-paced holds the readers attention from beginning to end.
January 27, 2021
Writing for the Emotions
How to elicit an emotional response in your reader — just in time for Valentine’s Day.
January 13, 2021
Nonfiction
The Challenge: write a nonfictional piece using some of the techniques we discussed techniques at the meeting.
December 9th
Our Christmas Party
Come prepared to tell us about your all-time favourite book. Was it plot-driven or character-driven, or both? Why did you like it?
November 25
Character vs Plot driven stories
The Challenge: for December 10th, write a short story or poem that is driven by both the plot and the characters.
November 11
Your Hero’s Emotional Inner Journey
The Challenge: for November 25th, write a short story or poem that enlightens us as to the hero’s Emotional Inner Journey.
March 10
Meeting cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic, covid-19. All writers encouraged to participate in isolation art.
February 25
Internal dialogue, inner monologue
The Challenge: write a story or poem using internal dialogue.