Workshops

Tracy signs one of her many published stories for a workshop attendee.

Stirring the Pot: Writing for Chicken Soup for the Soul 

Would you like to be published in the bestselling trade paperback series in publishing history? Who wouldn’t?

Andi enjoys meeting and teaching writers at “Stirring the Pot” workshops.

Chicken Soup for the Soul® receives thousands of submissions but selects only 101 stories for each book. How can you increase the chances they’ll chose your story? Let our experienced team with more than 20 published stories show you how.

 

 

 

Sharpen Your Saw: Honing the Writing Craft

Beginners and pros alike will benefit from learning these techniques to improve their craft. Topics included are: Beginnings, endings and takeaways; prewrite to get it right; do-it-yourself editing; creative nonfiction; common writing mistakes; and write tight.

Marylane encourages workshop attendees to write their stories and submit them for publication.

Me? A Published Writer? The Basics on Getting Published . . . and More

Everything you need to know to publish your work plus the inside track on new technology. We’ll explore how to write a winning query letter and book proposal; writers’ rights; marketing your writing; critique give and take; and the new world of e-books, POD, and social networking.

And more . . . Contact us about workshop options or if you would like a custom workshop designed to meet your group’s needs.