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Fiction Editing Boot Camp with Alice Osborn
Location: Online Webinar Series
Three consecutive Tuesdays - June 4, 11, 18, 2013 
Time: 11am-12:15pm EST
This intensive online workshop series is for editors and writers who are interested in breaking into freelance fiction editing. This three-week series will cover the publishing process and will give you confidence with using style guides. We will cover specific editing concerns such as timelines, characters, point of view, revision and more. Also, students will gain more confidence with copyediting, rewriting, logic, flow, voice, point of view, characterization, setting, and more. On the freelance business end, we'll also discuss time management, communication, and other smart business practices. This webinar series will be recorded so you won't miss the lesson if you cannot make the "live" class. Alice Osborn has her MA in Rhetoric and Composition from NC State, is a former English teacher and current creative writing teacher and is the author of three books of poetry. In addition, she is also the editor of Tattoos, a short fiction anthology from Main Street Rag.
Piccolo Spoleto: Sundown Poetry Series featuring Alice Osborn
Location: Dock Street Theater Courtyard, 135 Church St., Charleston, SC 29401
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Open to the Public
Piccolo Spoleto 2013 runs from May 24 through June 9.
Enjoy new poems and old favorites from poet Alice Osborn, as she reads and performs from her diverse collection of images and verse. Focusing primarily on artists of the Southeast region, Piccolo Spoleto is the perfect complement to the international scope of its parent festival and its 700 events in 17 days, transforms Charleston into an exhilarating celebration of performing, literary and visual arts. Piccolo Spoleto's traditional program offerings include visual arts exhibits, classical music, jazz, dance, theatre, poetry readings, children's activities, choral music, ethnic cultural presentations, crafts and film.
Craft a Powerful and Memorable Profile
Triangle Lunch Talk with Alice Osborn, Author and Editor
Location: Capital Buffet, 4011 Capital Blvd # 161, Raleigh, NC
Thursday, June 13, 2013 Time: 11:30-1pm
Fee: $12 for a delicious lunch buffet
How do you stand out from the crowd and make others remember who you are? Through the power of your written bio/profile on your social media channels, website and marketing collateral. Alice started her own successful writing and editing services company from the ground up and is here to share her profile secrets with you, which include the emotional power of story, conciseness and humor. Alice will discuss how to write a killer profile others will read and want to steal! Audience participation required.
Intro to Comedy Writing with Alice Osborn
Location: Pick A Class, 502 S White St., Wake Forest, NC 27587
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Time: 10-11:30am Fee: $20
Writing memorable comedy can be so rewarding and so terrifying all at the same time. Getting folks to laugh exposes the author to fear and anxiety, but usually these risks are worth the reward! In this class with experienced author, editor and humorist Alice Osborn, you'll learn basic comedy writing: the rule of 3s, timing, word play, surprise and acute observation. Alice learned that once she injected humor into her writing, more people liked her work-imagine that! We welcome anyone who wants to liven up their prose or poetry. All writers at all levels of experience are welcome.
Wonderland Book Club
Co-sponsored by the NC Writers Network
Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Suite 106, Raleigh, NC 27609
Friday, June 28, 2013 Time: 10:00-noon
This month's book is Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
 This month we're reading the young adult modern classic, Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson which was made into a 2007 film. Bridge to Terabithia is the story of two fifth graders, Jesse and Leslie, who become friends and build a magical world. The novel's content has been the frequent target of censors and appears at number eight on the American Library Association list of the 100 Most Frequently Challenged Books for the decade 1990-2000. Find more info about Wonderland at: http://meetup.com/wonderlandbookclub Screenwriting Workshop with Pat MacEnulty
Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Suite 106, Raleigh, NC 27609
Saturday, June 29, 2013 Time: 1:30-4:30pm 
Fee: $55 Early Bird (before June 26), $75 after
Is there a movie playing in your head? In this workshop, we'll discuss how to get your fabulous movie ideas out of your head and onto the page. We'll discuss structure, character development, and screenplay format. You'll leave with the basic tools you need to get started on your screenplay.
Pat MacEnulty of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a two-time winner of the Florida Screenwriting Award and a finalist in the Disney Touchstone Screenplay Competition. Her play "Puck and the Mushy Gushy Love Potion" was published by Heuer Plays. She is also the author of seven books including, Write for your Soul.
***ONLINE CLASS***
Developing a Monthly E-Newsletter at SavvyAuthors.com
July 1, 2013 - July 21, 2013 Cost: $25 (basic member) and $15 (premium member) Registration: Click Here
Want a cost-effective way to build your business by nurturing your present and future customers? Then create an e-newsletter. In this challenging economy, writers should consider the e-newsletter as a vital part of their marketing plan to distinguish themselves from the competition and allow potential readers, agents and editors to get to know them. In this 2-part workshop Alice will discuss developing lists, writing effective subject lines, inserting links, plugging into third party content, and building buzz around your newsletter. Alice will also discuss how to make your newsletter reader-centered through contests, surveys, polls, tips and more. We'll talk about how to build customer lists, how to choose an email marketing platform, the importance of subject lines and how to set up your first newsletter with targeted content. We'll discuss how to gain customer/reader interaction via surveys, polls, featured artists/readers, coupons and more. Customers always want to know what is in it for them before they'll consider purchasing from you. There will be 6 lessons and every student assignment will be reviewed by the instructor individually.
Dream It, Do it: Women's Writing Retreat with Alice Osborn
Location: Bend of Ivy Lodge, Marshall, NC outside of Asheville, NC
3717 Bend of Ivy Rd. Marshall, NC 28753 www.bendofivylodge.com
Fri-Sun August 23-25, 2013 Tuition: $547 (July Special), Reg $695
***Ask about the installment plan!-$125 per month for 5 months***
Registration: Click Here
 Immerse yourself in a weekend of writing without interruption in the mountains of Western Carolina. This is your answer to, "I'll write when I can find the time!" Come and fulfill your purpose, which is to write. Empowered women are powerful writers-grab your power so you can dream and accomplish your dreams of writing your story! Together over the course of this weekend, we'll delve into our stories of defining moments, healing and self discovery. This is called "Living the Writing Life!"
There'll be plenty of time for reflection and individual writing during the day, and on Saturday night we'll share our work over marshmallows and fellowship. Bend of Ivy Lodge is an intimate retreat setting surrounded by woods, rivers and streams that will foster community and creativity. Relax by the waterfall, hear the call of herons and walk the many trails on the converted tobacco farm property.
Participation limited to 15 women writers of any genre and experience. Please submit a three-page writing sample with your registration to Alice Osborn to best accommodate your experience at this retreat. You'll be treated to six organic vegetarian meals and snacks. Bring your hearts, your pens and paper. All writers receive a 30-minute consult with Alice Osborn.
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