THURSDAY
CHRISTOPHER VOGLER

THE WISDOM OF THE BODY:  How the Hero's Journey Triggers the Emotions of the Audience

In this engaging, insightful presentation, Vogler will be covering his core material, the twelve-stage Writer's Journey model of structure,  but looking at it through the lens of the body and the way it responds to signals from stories and characters.

For more on Mr. Vogler, see:  http://www.thewritersjourney.com/

FRIDAY
JAMES SCOTT BELL

BEYOND NUTS AND BOLTS

In this workshop you'll learn the essentials of bestselling fiction, what agents, editors and readers are looking for – and how you can give it to them.

Using instruction and interactive exercises, you'll come away with a grasp of the techniques that can get you to the "next level."

You'll learn:

• The LOCK System
• What makes for a compelling lead character
• How to get reader emotions involved
• The one essential secret to a high stakes Objective
• How to create the strongest Confrontation possible
• How to Knock Out the reader at the end
• A deeper understanding of structure
• The Disturbance
• The Doorways of No Return
• No dull parts
• Scene structure
• One key concept that will supercharge any scene
• Finishing touches
• A system for revision so you don't miss a trick
• The final polish

For more on Mr. Bell, see: http://www.jamesscottbell.com/

SATURDAY
DONALD MAASS

TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY FICTION

How is fiction evolving in the Twenty-first Century?

How can novelists write with high impact in an age of low attention spans?

The most successful novels of the early 21st Century combine fine writing and great stories. Both effects can be achieved by every fiction writer. Literary novelists can create great story events. Commercial storytellers can heighten their tales with powerful literary tools.

In this hands-on, immersive workshop, Mr. Maass demonstrates advanced methods for creating strong story events, plot layers, parallels,  reversals, symbols and gripping themes. Coupled with those are techniques for constructing depth of character and sweeping character arcs.

In addition, this workshop shows how to break free from genre boundaries, go beyond "brand," shed outdated techniques and elevate what is both unique and universal in one's stories. The best 21st century fiction techniques are available. This workshop hands you the tools.

For more on Mr. Maass, see:
 http://www.maassagency.com  

SUNDAY
PANEL DISCUSSION & Q&A

All three Story Masters will analyze the classic novel TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, according to their area of expertise. 

Afterwards you will have the opportunity to ask all your questions! 

The workshop will be held at the at the Crowne Plaza hotel, near the airport for convenience of travel. You can make reservations online or call their number below.