Upcoming Writing Programs

Attention aspiring writers: KDL will offer the following free programs aimed at helping to hone your writing skills:

Free Writing Seminar with Tom Rademacher — Tuesday, January 21, 6:30 — 8:00 PM — Wyoming branch

This award-winning Grand Rapids Press columnist will show you how to become a citizen journalist for the Wyoming area. Presented by WKTV Community Media Center. Pre-registration is required and participant spots are limited. Click here to register. For adults.

 

Teen Writing Workshop — Saturday, January 25, 3:00 — 4:00 PM — East Grand Rapids branch

Develop your talent in this new writing community. Inspiration and instruction is available online through videos featuring local authors, writing prompts and critique worksheets. Five in-person discussion sessions led by GRCC writing professor Rachel Lutwick-Deaner will be held throughout the year focusing on peer-to-peer feedback. Pre-registration is required and participant spots are limited. Click here to register. For teens grades 6-12.

 

 

How to Self-Publish Your Book on Amazon — Monday, February 24, 6:30 — 7:30 PM — Plainfield Township branch

Sci-fi author John Forsberg, whose debut novel, Day One, has sold more than 5,000 copies, details the nuts-and-bolts of how to publish your book on Amazon.com. From book formatting tips to taking your book “live” for purchase, this fast-paced presentation walks you through the process for self-publishing eBooks and traditional print book formats. For adults. No registration required.