|
|
|
|
|
2011 Calendar
January 7th, 2011
Author School Visit Falcon Pass Elementary
Clearlake, TX
January 14th, 2011
Xavier Educational Academy Workshop
Houston, TX
January 21st, 2011
Author School Visit Selman Intermediate
Sealy, TX
January 22nd, 2011
Fiction Writing and Publishing Class
Cypress, TX
January 26, 2011
Author School Visit Berkley School
Brooklyn, NY
February 3rd, 2011 12:00pm
Author School Visit Hidden Hollow E.S. Kingwood, TX
February 5th, 2011
Creative Writing Workshop
Spring, TX
February 11th, 2011
Author School Visit Westside Elementary
Austin, TX
February 15th and 17th, 2011
Adult Creative Writing Workshop
Cypress, TX
February 19th, 2011
Houston Family Magazine Summer Camp Fair
Memorial City Mall (All Day)
Houston, TX
Feb. 22nd-March 5th
DFW Book Tour
February 25th, 2011
Williamson County Academy
Georgetown, TX
February 26th, 2011
Creative Writing Workshop
Ft. Worth, TX
March 11, 2011
Author School Visit Specht Elementary
San Antonio, TX
April 14th, 2011
Author Visit Comanche Springs Elementary
Ft. Worth, TX
May 4th, 2011
Garden Ridge Elementary
Flowermound, TX
May 10th, 2011 11:00am-2:00pm
Author School Visit Vista Grande Elementary
San Diego, CA
May 20th, 2011
Fletcher Elementary
San Diego, CA
June 1, 2011 12:00pm
Author School Visit Angier Elementary
San Diego, CA
|
|
|
Happy New Year Everyone!
We are so excited to kick off the New Year with many Creative Opportunities for our Readers this season! Not only will we be continuing a full workshop schedule into the new year and summer, but we will also have creative writing opportunities and classes for adults this season.
In addition to classes, READ3Zero will be offering volunteer opportunities for you to get involved in our projects for the upcoming year. We will be filling positions for our book signing committee, fundraiser committee, and editors committee. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Read3Zero community, please email for information about Friends of Read3Zero. More opportunities and information will be posted on the Read3Zero website this spring.
|
|
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLEGE JUNIORS AND SENIORS
This summer LongTale Publishing and READ3Zero will be offering internships in our publishing and marketing departments in the Houston area. The positions are open to two college students with junior or senior level credits with the following or related majors: business, communication, marketing and PR related majors, and writing and publishing related majors. For detailed descriptions and requirements, please query Melissa Williams at Melissa@LongTalePublishing.com.
|
|
CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS
The Art of Writing Fiction and
the Insight Behind the Publishing Industry
Presented by Children's Author Melissa M. Williams
January 22nd
5th-9th Grade
Learn specific Character Development, Storyline Layout, and Creative Writing Techniques used by authors to create fictional stories. Students will learn the process of the publishing industry and the steps taken from the first story manuscript to a published book. Additional instruction will include a lesson on the marketing and the distribution industry.
*** Lunch will be Provided **** Price per Workshop: $50 ***
Saturday January 22nd 11:00am-4:00pm Grade Level: 5th-9th Location: Cy-Fair Library/Lonestar College Room LRNC215 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX
The Character Development and
Creative Writing Workshop
Presented by Children's Author Melissa M. Williams
February 5th
1st-3rd Grade
Children will learn the process to developing a unique character and a stand out storyline. Techniques learned in this workshop can be taken back to the classroom to enhance not only their creativity, but overall confidence in writing.
***Snack will be provided *** Price per Workshop: $50 ***
Saturday February 5th 12:00pm-4:30pm
Grade Level: 1st-3rd
Location: Barbara Bush Library at Cypress Creek (The Robin Bush Room)
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
Workshops for Adults: 2 Part Series
Children's Book Writing and Insight
Behind the Publishing Industry
Presented by Children's Author Melissa M. Williams
Tuesday & Thursday Feb. 15th and 17th HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO UNCOVER THE MYSTERY BEHIND THE WRITING AND PUBLISHING INDUSTRY? DON'T MISS THIS 2 PART SERIES. COME WITH YOUR QUESTIONS! - Insight behind the making of Children's Books
- What to know before you start writing
- Ways to Define and Reach your Audience
- Creative Writing Tips for Storyline Development
- Developing Characters that kids can relate to
- How writers turn their passion into a career
- Traditional vs. Non-Traditional Publishing
- Do Author's really need agents?
- It's more than just writing
- How to be in the Book Business
- Marketing Tips and Must Knows!
- Author School Visits
- MUST HAVE Resources
Seating Limited. Email for Registration Form. Rate for both nights: $50
Tuesday and Thursday Feb. 15th & 17th 6pm-9pm Age Level: 17 years to adult Location: Cy-Fair Library/Lonestar College Room LRNC131 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX
How to Create Unique Characters and a Standout Storyline
Presented by Children's Author, Melissa M. Williams and Author/Writing Coach, Bobby Ozuna
February 26th DFW Area
4th-8th Grade
You will never read a book, write a story, or watch a movie the same after this workshop! Learn specific character development techniques used in your favorite books, movies, and stories. Students will learn basic Archetypes/Character Roles critical to the development of effective fictional characters and how to place them in an original storyline.
Learn the 3 Act Storyline Layout and how to transition between story acts, including character conflict, story climax, and character change. Learn how to discover the Theme for your story, including tactics to apply emotion, imagery, "show don't tell," and utilization of the senses, while connecting to your audience. These skills can all be used in and out of the classroom.
*** Lunch will be Provided **** Price per Workshop: $50 *** Saturday February 26th 11:00am-4:00pm Grade Level: 4th-8th
Location: Holiday Inn Express (WESTERN CENTER location) First Floor Meeting Room 6351 North Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76131(817) 234-9033 (Hotel Number)
|
A Note from the Publisher:
The Making of a New Children's Series Part 1
It's been awhile since I have taken time to speak out to my readers and fellow writers, so with the new year and a few new projects under my 2011 belt, I felt the need to let you all in on the process of creating and publishing stories that have now become second nature and to an extent, routine. Even so, the industry is constantly changing and with each new year, I learn so much through the ongoing experiences.
I am excited to say, that I will now be opening up a new door in my teaching arena for the ADULTS! I have spent many years focusing on teaching children the behind the scenes aspects to being a writer and publisher, but after a few years of adult coffee consultations, I really felt the need to start adult seminars.
With a new teaching adventure and audience, I will be starting a weekly blog series called, The Making of a New Children's Series. In this weekly writing, I will reveal some of the important lessons I have learned after starting my first series, Iggy the Iguana, and later working in the literary world as the President of Read3Zero and Owner of LongTale Publishing.
The process of writing a story is just as remarkable as the process of finding oneself. Each year we discover a little more of who we are and what we believe and want to leave in life. Developing characters, building relationships, and admitting your strengths and weaknesses, not only open your eyes to getting to know this industry but interesting insight also shows itself through the lives of characters who have become so real to you, you swear they were alive and some of your closest friends. I still laugh when telling some of my readers what little Molly did once she realized she would no longer be the youngest after her mom layed an egg. Or that Iggy's new teacher, Mr. Gruff the Goat gets caught eating his homework. Get it, goats eat paper and cans??? Okay, so you get my point.
Writers love their characters ...
To read the full article click HERE. To get the weekly article sent to your inbox, be sure to subscribe on the website's sidebar.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Thanks for reading this month's newsletter! I hope to see you at one of the Read3Zero or Iggy the Iguana Events soon!
Melissa M. Williams
Literacy~Creativity~Learning
|
|
|
