Using Writer's Block as a Building Block for Ideas
Dates: July 1-14, 2008
Instructor: Ann Jones-Rodriguez (writing as Raquel Rodriguez)
Cost: FREE to FTHRW
members; $15.00 for all others
Registration Deadline: June 25, 2008
Course Description:
Want to just write? Stop fighting your Muse! Dry spells can
indicate the dreaded writer’s block, a rough wall to
hurtle. Teacher and writer, Raquel Rodriguez, can help you
understand the possible causes for this challenge and offers
several ways to break through. Learn what story options may
be hiding from you and how to trust your instincts to make
the right decision that can help move your story forward.
Work with several block-breaking writing exercises you can
use asbuilding blocks to help get you writing again and build
your scenes and story in the right direction.
Topics Covered:
- Scenes that refuse to be written
- Finding the right words
- Staring at a intimidating blank page or computer monitor
- Reasons we get stuck in the middle of the story
- Sweating that deadline
About the Instructor:
Growing up around ghosts and having written stories since
her teens, native Texan and author Raquel Rodriguez is quite
used to things that go "bump" 24/7. She has studied,
taught, hunted (and found) ghosts, written articles, and has
lectured about Parapsychology for over 25 years under her
real name. She utilizes Astrology and Tarot (especially in
combination), is inspired by J. Campbell’s and C. Vogler's
work and other creative avenues to enhance and plot her stories.
With the release of MY LOVING ENEMY in August '07, there is
no end to her creative ideas. Raquel loves adding paranormal
elements into her passionate stories with twists of action
and suspense, and she divides her time teaching and writing.
For more information, please visit www.RaquelRodriguez.com.
How to register:
Fee: FTHRW Members: FREE; FTHRW Non-Members:
$15.00
Click here to register
before June 25, 2008.
Thank you for your interest in the workshops offered online
through From The Heart Romance Writers. Should you have any
questions, please email workshops @fthrw. com.
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