Writing with Susan Wingate

Diana Mancel was there and has this to report:

It was a dark and stormy night….

Wait a second….that can’t be right!  Susan Wingate’s Writing Workshop had its first of six sessions this past Saturday (it was rainy, but not dark and stormy), with a room full of aspiring writers, eager to hear Susan’s slant on the writing life.

Susan Wingate

Using humor, knowledge of her craft and audience participation, Susan has engaged twenty or so islanders to delve deeper into their writing, beginning with scene components.  Through the exercise, some interesting characters were created, including a man using a jackhammer, a lady assassin, and a mischievous ten year old boy.  During the weeks to come, we will learn how to move our characters through dialogue, plot, viewpoint, and all the magical ingredients for a successful story.

The Friends of the San Juan Library covered the cost of the workshop, and is providing snacks each week. Through their contribution, island writers have been given an incredible opportunity to enhance their writing careers.  We are so grateful!

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