Hooked From The Start: Crafting a Captivating First Page
August 12th, 2025 at 5pm PT
A live webinar with April Dávila reveals what makes a first page unforgettable. You’ll learn what draws readers in, what turns them away, and how to shape your opening lines to stand out—plus, a chance to have your own page read and reviewed live.
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Write the Hard Parts : Mindful Tools for Emotionally Difficult Scenes
Hosted by San Diego Writers, Ink
Monday, August 18 | 6–9 PM PT (Live on Zoom)
Break through what’s holding you back in this three-hour live workshop. Using mindfulness tools and targeted writing exercises, you’ll learn how to tackle the tough parts of your story with clarity and confidence—without burning out.
How to Turn Your Half-Finished Manuscript into a Completed Novel
August 25, 27, & 30, 2025
Ready to finally finish that draft?
Whether you're halfway through a draft or just getting started, this program offers expert guidance, accountability, and a supportive community to help you go from idea to completed manuscript—with confidence and clarity.
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Write on the Sound
2025 Write on the Sound Writers’ Conference | 40th Anniversary
October 3-4-5, 2025
Frances Anderson Center | Edmonds WA
Write on the Sound draws writers from across the country who are looking to deepen their practice, connect with fellow creatives, and gain fresh insight into the writing life. It’s a weekend designed to inspire, recharge, and move your work forward—one word at a time.
Writing the Senses
Friday, Oct 3 | 1:00–4:00 PM
Critique Panel
Saturday, Oct 4 | 2:45–4:15 PM