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Writing Group

The Writing Group is a place for writers of all ages and backgrounds to share ideas, learn techniques, and get feedback on their writing. Check the calendar for upcoming events. You do not need a library card to participate.

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Critique Workshops

Join other writers to crique portions of each other's work. Advance registration is required. See events in the calendar for individual deadlines. Sessions will be canceled if fewer than 5 participants sign up.

Book Chats

A book club about writing! Book discussions focus on writing technique, structure, plot elements, etc. Past titles have included Steering the Craft by Ursula Le Guin and On Writing by Stephen King.

Book Chats are held 3 times annually.

Special Events

Author appearances, publisher presentations, open mic night... Oh my! Special writing events are held at various times throughout the year.

Upcoming Writing Group Events
Sensory Writing, Writers Activity - Writing Group
Tue, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Join us for a fun activity practicing using the five senses to build your descriptive writing skills.
Writing Challenge - Writing Group
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Join other writers for a writing session with a twist!
Writing Share / Critique Workshop - Writing Group
Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Choose your own workshop experience - "Share and Critique", "Critique Only", or "Critique and Have Your Work Critiqued".
Alysia S. Knight, "You Want to be a Writer" - Author Event
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
So you want to write a book. Let's get you started by going over the story elements, theme, setting, characters, and conflict. And, take a look at plot diagrams that can help on laying out your story.
Speed Date with a Book - Spring Multi-Author Panel
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Meet six authors! Find out more about their books and writing lives and bring any questions you have for them on writing or their paths to publication.
Writing Challenge - Writing Group
Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Join other writers for a writing session with a twist!
Writing Share / Critique Workshop - Writing Group
Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Choose your own workshop experience - "Share and Critique", "Critique Only", or "Critique and Have Your Work Critiqued".
"The Idea Factory" - Writing Group Article Chat
Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
A discussion for writers on a selected magazine article on a writing topic.
See all events

Request a Zoom Link

 
  • Requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Please specify which event you are attending.
  • If you haven't received a link within 4 hours of the event, please call us at 435-723-5850.

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