Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, discovering the full breadth of a character is an important process. Moreover, we can use plot to discover characters as writers and to characterize more deftly for readers. This workshop focuses on using cyclical plot events as a useful device which may create unique characterizations, create more inventive prose…

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth by joining this writing intensive dedicated to crafting one’s own spiritual memoir. Writing Your Spiritual Memoir is an unparalleled opportunity to delve deeply and unearth the profound experiences that shaped you and your spiritual beliefs, then weave them into a compelling written narrative. Our facilitators…

Write On’s Door County Published Authors Collective (DCPAC) presents the on-going series, Local Authors Discuss, in which writers address a specific genre or theme. Today’s program focuses on women writing fiction. Authors Jane Hensge, Ann Heyse, Patricia Neuman, and Patsy Buell Stierna will share work from their novels, discuss their genres, and take audience questions.…

Join Write On for a reading and conversation with former writer-in-residence Constance Malloy from her new hybrid novelette Born of Water. The author will have books available for sale and signing and a light reception will be offered. About the Book: Born of Water is a deep exploration of opposites: nature as both salvation and ruin,…

Celebrate the official release of Sally Collins’ debut novel, Muddled Cherries, a coming-of-agestory set primarily on the Door Peninsula, inspired by her many seasons working in the serviceindustry. The open house event will include a short reading, Q&A session, and book signing. Thereception will include wine and light refreshments. About the Book:“Collins writes with wit…

In this three-day intensive fiction course, intermediate to advanced fiction writers will be reintroduced to some of the fundamental elements of fiction, including point of view, character, setting, dialogue, voice and style, plot, structure, and a story’s architecture and form. These topics will be covered in craft talks, then applied via a series of exercises…

Bring the family to meet author Lora Hyler who will share work from her books for middle grade and younger readers! Along with reading her work, Lora will take questions from audience members. Hot chocolate and other treats will be served. Free and open to all. Lora Hyler began writing books for children following a…

For centuries, travel has been inspiring writers – from Ernest Hemingway to Jane Austen to Elizabeth Strout. What can we learn from our travels to motivate and enhance our creative writing? How do we capture and translate observed details and experiences in writing that is compelling, authentic, and new? In this workshop, we will discuss…

Write On is pleased to co-sponsor with the Friends of Door County Library a reading and conversation with author Nick Petrie from his latest book, The Price You Pay. For more information, visit www.doorcountylibrary.org. About the book: In this propulsive new thriller from the bestselling and award-winning author Nick Petrie, Peter Ash must follow his…

Celebrate the official release of Kevin O’Donnell’s long-awaited book of photographs and essays Behind the Door: Profiles of a Peninsula. The event includes a short presentation by the author chronicling the seven year journey from the book’s inception to publication, a display of photographs from the book, a reading of excerpts from the book’s essays,…