Cindy on September 1st, 2008
“So long as you write what you wish to write, that is all that matters, and whether it matters for ages or only for hours, nobody can say.” — Virginia Woolf, A Room of One’s Own
Fall doesn’t officially begin until September 22. But as far as I’m concerned, summer ends as soon as the kids head back to school. I love this time of year. Feeling a burst of new energy, I’m ready to start a new season of coaching and teaching writing classes in my community. This week, I’m looking forward to a discussion group at the Royal Oak Public Library called The Writer’s Life, September 4, 11, and 18 at 7pm in the ROPL Auditorium. I’ve gathered a panel of professional journalists and editors to answer questions about the life of a working writer. You’ll also get a list of the very best books available on the craft of writing and living the writer’s life. For more information and to register for the program, visit the Royal Oak Public Library web site. – CL
Cindy on August 15th, 2008
“The scariest moment is always before you start. After that, things can only get better.” — Stephen King
Want to talk about writing? Join me and a panel of professional journalists, authors, and editors on September 4, 11, and 18, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the Royal Oak Public Library. Offered as part of the ROPL’s Writer in Residence Program, “The Writer’s Life” is an informal discussion forum for new and aspiring writers. (This year’s program will be different, given the addition of the panel of experts.) We’ll discuss everything from balancing family life with your muse to finding the very best books on the writing craft. “The Writer’s Life” forum is free to the public — but pre-registration is required. Please phone the Royal Oak Public Library: 248-246-3715. Be sure to visit the ROPL Web site for more information on other Writer-in-Residence programs we’re hosting this fall. And feel free to e-mail me with questions. — CL
