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Writers of all levels, beginner to published author, are invited to attend an adult writing series with career educator, author, and poet Janet E. Irvin. Writing as J.E. Irvin, she is the author of eight mystery/thriller novels and her poems have appeared in a variety of print and online publications. Her memberships include the Greenville Poets, Sisters in Crime, Central Ohio Fiction Writers, and Buckeye Crime Writers. Irvin also teaches writing classes through the University of Dayton's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Week #1: June 24 - Taking the first step Week #2: July 1 - How to craft a strong opening to a story, novel, poem, essay Week #3: July 8 - Plotting or Pantsing - finding a process that works for you Week #4: July 15 - The arc of a story Week #5: July 22 - Endings Week #6: July 29 - Paths to publication Format: Instruction on the topics, writing practice, critique circles. All programs are from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Springboro Branch. Attendees should bring writing tablet and instruments. Ages 16 and up. Free, registration requested, not required.
