Writer Bradley P. Beaulieu teaches techniques of developing effective tension in writing.
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Tension is one of the basic building blocks of modern day fiction. If you know how to lay the seeds of tension, and how to coax them, you can transform your fiction from merely noteworthy to exceptional. In this seminar, author Brad Beaulieu will discuss the different types of tension are discussed, as well as ways to maximize them to keep your reader glued to the page. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Mastering Fiction: The Patterns That Lead to Compelling Stories and How to Use Them
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Writer Bradley P. Beaulieu teaches how to use patterns to craft next-level writing.
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The ability to recognize patterns is a basic human trait. We use it over and over again in our fiction. In this seminar, author Brad Beaulieu will discuss how to use patterns to your benefit by both setting and breaking expectations. Learn how to draw your reader in by challenging their expectations, and take character building, plot progression, plot twists and setbacks, and world building to the next level. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Writer Bradley P. Beaulieu teaches techniques for the construction of powerful scenes.
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Well-structured scenes make for compelling storytelling. How can you construct powerful scenes? And how do you string scenes together to create a vivid and stirring piece of writing? In this seminar, you’ll learn from author Join Brad Beaulieu how to structure scenes that work, whether you’re writing a short story or the next breakout novel. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Writer Bradley P. Beaulieu teaches comprehensive worldbuilding techniques.
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Join Brad Beaulieu for a detailed discussion of the ins and outs of creating a compelling, vibrant world from scratch, extrapolating from history, or shading our own world slightly differently to create a unique setting for your novel. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Writer E.D.E. Bell leads an affirming, community writing event.
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Join author and editor E.D.E. Bell for a relaxed, joyful celebration of writing. This is a no pressure, anxiety-friendly event - you can just listen and enjoy, participate silently, join the group, or change your mind part way. Hope to see you there! Track: GCWS Event.
Writer Gregory A. Wilson teaches strategies for organic networking.
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The skill of networking in the writing industry is critical, especially in the small world of speculative fiction and gaming. Learn some strategies for how to organically network, and avoid missteps, with author, gamemaster, scholar, and streamer Gregory A. Wilson. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Writer Jennifer Brozek teaches project management techniques.
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How do you stay on top of the daily demands of being a writer? How do you plan—and carry out that plan—for a novel or series? How do you make sure one aspect of writing doesn’t swallow up all the rest? How can a writer stay in control of the daily chaos of existence even when you have multiple projects going at once? Join Jennifer Brozek for a workshop about how to create a plan with four specific techniques that helps you get where you want to go and how to do it without burning out. Track: GCWS Classroom.
Writer Katherine Monasterio teaches how to create more effective, interesting, and pleasing prose.
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In this fun and engaging workshop, writer Katherine Monasterio will show you how to excise fluff and power up word choices to create more effective, interesting, and pleasing prose. Track: GCWS Classroom.