New York Times Bestselling author Michael Stackpole presents his three week program for preparing yourself to write a novel. This set of 21 exercises is broken down to give you everything from characer creation to world building, practical plotting, devices, dialog development, and character voice creation tools. This program is a practical, kick-in-the-pants place to start your career.
All writers make mistakes . . . we'll give you tips on how to avoid some of them. Calling agents and editors every week to check on manuscripts? Paying people a fee to represent you? Using British spelling because you think it looks cool? Mixing fonts to make the manuscript look pretty . . . listen to authors and editors give you advice on what not to do.
Major Fun Awards are given to exceptional casual games - board and table games, puzzles and toys, that are easy to learn, require less than an hour to play, are unique and often make people laugh. We'll discuss what makes a game Major Fun, and play some of our favorite examples.
New York Times Bestselling author Michael Stackpole walks you through the basics of setting yourelf up for success. From developing good cre habits, working past simple, career killing mistakes, and setting up writer's critiquing groups, to acquiring the physical tools needed to start writing; Mike covers it all. You're about to start on the most difficult and exhilarating journey of your life, and this seminar will show you what to pack.
You want a better costume, and you don't want to break the bank -- this is how you get it. This panel covers simple projects as well as the art of character selection and making what's in your closet look newly fabulous.
Have you ever wanted to perform for your LARP? Then try belly dance! Belly dance is an ancient art form that strengthens stretches your body and puts a smile on your face. Wear comfortable clothing and enjoy us for a wonderful time!
Have you ever wanted to perform for your LARP? Then try belly dance! Belly dance is an ancient art form that strengthens stretches your body and puts a smile on your face. Wear comfortable clothing and enjoy us for a wonderful time!
With even basic sewing skills you can create amazing costumes with just a little bit of know how. In this class I will explain how easy it can be to make your own burlesque top, bellydancing top, 12 yard skirt, pasties and more. Class fee includes materials to make pasties.