New Zoom Class on Scene & Sequel

 Last Day to Sign Up For "Mastering Scene & Sequel"

Presented by Ariella Moon

Friday, August 12, 2022

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pacific Standard Time

Online Zoom Writing Lab

All registrants will receive a presentation recording 

With “Mastering Scene and Sequel,” writers will learn:

 

·     The core psychology behind scene structure

·     How to set up action scenes followed by reaction scenes

·     The specific duties and obligations of scenes 

·     How to craft mission driven scenes 

·     How to “cut and thrust”

·     How to strategically place and vary scenes

 

Ariella Moon invites you to join her for this informative and interactive writing lab. If time permits, Ariella will guide each attendee on the live zoom call with an analysis of a brief scene from their work in progress. Please have your scene handy!

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New Zoom Class On Writing Dialogue

 

"As you wish: The Power of Dialogue"

Presented by Ginger Hanson

A Palm Springs Writers Guild Writing Lab

Friday, May 13, 2022

1:00 PM -3:00 PM  PST

Zoom Online Meeting

Ginger Hanson

An award-winning author, Ginger Hanson has written everything from historical romance novels to Federal Aviation Administration instructional manuals. She launched Saderra Publishing, a micro publishing company of her works in 2013. A workshop presenter at writers' conferences as well as schools and libraries, she enjoys sharing what she’s learned about writing.

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"As you wish, The Power of Dialogue" 

The phrase “As you wish” firmly planted the character Wesley (The Princess Bride) in pop culture. William Goldman, the author, was a prolific writer noted for his talent in writing dialogue. Dialogue is not a natural skill for every writer, but improving that skill can be. 

In this workshop, Ginger Hanson will provide insights into how well-written dialogue enhances storytelling. She will focus on dialogue pitfalls to avoid as well as how to incorporate body language, props, and setting to give your dialogue more depth.

Unable to attend, no problem, all paid registrants will receive a video replay of this presentation.

You will receive an invitation to the Zoom online meeting after you have registered and payment is complete. Meeting begins at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.

Register HERE

$45. PSWG members and students

$90. Non-Member

I hope to see you on zoom this Friday, May 13, 2022, when I introduce my good friend, Ginger Hanson. 

Until then, be kind and magical.

New Zoom Writing Lab on Point of View!

"POINT OF VIEW AND DEEP POINT OF VIEW"

 

by Ariella Moon

 Presented by the Palm Springs Writer's Guild

January 15, 2021   1:00 PM - 3:00 PM  (Pacific Time)

https://palmspringswritersguild.org/event-4071218

Whose head are we in?

Point of View (POV) is the lens through which your story is recorded. In this writing lab, we’ll discuss the main types of POV and their limitations and benefits. We will also examine using multiple points of view, and how to keep your reader oriented. You will discover which POV is best suited for your author’s voice. 

For Deep POV, a technique that can boost your writing to the next level, we will dive beneath a character's surface traits to explore what factors inform her/his perception and world view. You’ll discover how to use dialogue, inner monologues, style-shifting, and other techniques to reveal Deep POV. 

Mastering POV and Deep POV will enhance your story and increase reader engagement!

To register or read more: https://palmspringswritersguild.org/event-4071218

"What Novelists Can Learn From Screenwriters"

Announcing a New Writing Lab!

"What Novelists Can Learn From Screenwriters"

Thursday, July 23, 2020

1:00 - 3:00 PM PDT on Zoom

$45. for members of the Palm Springs Writers Guild

$90. for nonmembers

To register: Ariella Moon Writing Lab

I am super excited to teach

"What Novelists Can Learn From Screenwriters."

Description: 
Well-written screenplays contain concise, innovative writing that reveals character through dialogue and action, grounds the viewer in a particular setting, and moves the story forward with dynamic scenes. In this interactive boot camp, we will delve into seven techniques of visual storytelling. We will also examine and discuss the opening scenes of a few illustrative screenplays as a launch pad to improving our own writing. Attendees should have a printed copy of the first chapter of their manuscript on hand for reference during the writing lab.

Location: Zoom online

To Register: Writing Lab

Be ready to learn cinematic techniques that will enhance your writing!

~Ariella Moon

Things to Consider Before You Sign With a Small Press

Small Presses have their advantages and disadvantages. Before you sign a contract with a small press, take a long look at their website, list of authors, royalty policy, and the all important contract fine print.

1. Do they offer you a greater royalty on books purchased through their website? If so, check out their website. Is it professional? Ask the publisher how many visits the site gets per month and how many books they sell off it per month.

2. Ask about the average earn out for their authors.

3. How long have they been in business?

4. If they publish mostly romance, are they a member of the Romance Writers of America?

Discover more important facts to consider in my article, "Small Press Red Flags".

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