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Orange County Library System - Writing And Author Events In May 2023
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May 3, 2023
From: Orlando Public LibraryVirtual: Finance Basics For Authors: Earning, Investing, And Taxes
Tuesday, May 2, 7 p.m.
Join author George Jreije for a discussion on finances that will include building income streams, book deals, investing for the future, and the inevitable taxes that come with all of that!
Tuesday, May 9, 7 p.m.
Structure and pacing are necessary elements to ensure an ideal reading experience. Editor Kristen Stieffel will share common story structures, how to enhance your plot, and how to control pacing.
Tuesday, May 16, 7 p.m.
Everyone's saying TikTok is the place for authors to be online. Author Mari Mancusi will discuss strategies and content ideas for authors looking to start or improve their presence on TikTok.
In-Person: Book Launch: Second Chances In Hollywood By Sarah Hendess
Saturday, May 20, 11 a.m.
Alafaya Branch
Enjoy a short talk and Q&A from author Sarah Hendess for the launch of her new book Second Chances in Hollywood. A book sale and signing will follow the talk.
Sunday, May 21, 4 p.m.
Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome.
If you have a piece (less than 1,200 words, sent as a Word document) to be critiqued, please email it to Sarah no later than May 17. Remember: In order to be eligible for critique, you must have attended at least one Writer's Group meeting in the past.
This will be an online meeting via Zoom; please register and ensure your email is correct.
Virtual: A Deep Dive Into Scene Structure
Tuesday, May 23, 7 p.m.
Learn how to take your scenes to greater heights with book editor and author, Lorin Oberweger. Create richer and more dynamic moments that lead to a much more satisfying work.
Virtual: Choosing A Publishing Path
Thursday, May 25, 7 p.m.
Changes in publishing have made it an exciting, but confusing, time to be an author. Hybrid author Sarah Nicolas will present publishing paths and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Wednesday, May 10, 8 p.m. - Jena Friedman: Not Funny
- Saturday, May 20, 2 p.m. - Courtney Summers: I'm the Girl and Sadie