Welcome To
Parker Writers Group
Our next meeting is Sunday, July 9
at the Parker Library - 20105 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80134
Second Floor Floor Conference Room
2:00-4:00 PM
Into the Heads of Your Characters – Point of View with Terry Odell
Check out Terry Odell's latest blog post.
I recently spent a week on a cattle ranch. For a writer, everything is research, and I'm sharing some of the things I might have seen from a different perspective than the other guests.
Click her to keep reading https://terryodell.com/ranching-from-a-writers-point-of-view
June 19 Blog link https://terryodell.com/bookbub-isnt-marketing-option/
Click her to keep reading https://terryodell.com/ranching-from-a-writers-point-of-view
June 19 Blog link https://terryodell.com/bookbub-isnt-marketing-option/
July 9 ProgramPoint of View with Terry Odell Most readers probably aren't aware of the ins and outs of Point of View. They may not notice things like deep or shallow Point of View, Point of View switches, Point of View characters or head hopping. So why bother? Because, it's possible that these readers will put down your book and say, "I don't know why, but I just couldn't connect." And they won't buy the next one.
Telling a good story is important, but it's the characters that most readers connect with. Good characters can make up for a mediocre plot, but a fantastic plot won't work if nobody cares about your characters (with a few rare exceptions). How do we make our readers care? By getting into our characters' heads. Using examples, exercises, and handouts, this interactive workshop will explore how Point of View, especially Deep Point of View, will connect readers with characters. About Teri
Terry Odell always wanted to "fix" stories she read so the characters did what she wanted. Once she began writing, she found this wasn't always possible, as the mystery she intended to write became a romance—a real surprise, since she'd never read a romance. Terry writes mystery and romantic suspense, but calls them all "Mysteries With Relationships."
Her 20+ published works include the Blackthorne, Inc. covert ops series, the Pine Hills Police series, the Triple-D Ranch series, and the Mapleton Mystery series. Her awards include the Silver Falchion and HOLT Medallion, among others. |
PWG NEWSOur offerings for June.
See our events page for all the details
June 5 – Write and Wine 6:00-8:00 June 19 – Write and Wine 6:00-8:00 June 25 – Open Critique 2:00-4:00 Parker Library Writers who RSVP at Colorado Writers’ Café will be given priority for the six available reading slots. On Deck for August 13Editor - Anita Mumm
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Message to Members
The Future of Parker Writers
Several members have expressed interest in more interactive meetings and readings of member work. We have an open meeting slot in September, and Chris Goff has volunteered to help set up a critique workshop where we would have a brief class about critique techniques followed by an interactive workshop of members’ writing.
(Presenter to be determined - more as this comes together).
As a follow on to this program, look for guest authors each month at open critique beginning in October. These published authors will offer their professional expertise on our work alongside our members.
It is my hope to expand Parker Writers Group's offerings to the writing Community at large by partnering with art and write-minded organizations in the Denver Area. The PACE Center in Parker has been receptive to working with us to host a four or six week writing class.
Also PWG is researching the mechanics and the practicality of making Parker Writers Group a nonprofit (501c3). It is our hope that such a designation would allow us to apply for grant money for additional projects and possibly some advanced writing seminars and workshops, including developing a book/writer mentoring program.
PWG is eager for your suggestions about how to make the most of the group. If you know a published author who might be interested in being a guest critic, are interested in helping develop a curriculum, or have any suggestions/interest in a specific project contact Rick at info(at)parkerwritersgroup.org.
(Presenter to be determined - more as this comes together).
As a follow on to this program, look for guest authors each month at open critique beginning in October. These published authors will offer their professional expertise on our work alongside our members.
It is my hope to expand Parker Writers Group's offerings to the writing Community at large by partnering with art and write-minded organizations in the Denver Area. The PACE Center in Parker has been receptive to working with us to host a four or six week writing class.
Also PWG is researching the mechanics and the practicality of making Parker Writers Group a nonprofit (501c3). It is our hope that such a designation would allow us to apply for grant money for additional projects and possibly some advanced writing seminars and workshops, including developing a book/writer mentoring program.
PWG is eager for your suggestions about how to make the most of the group. If you know a published author who might be interested in being a guest critic, are interested in helping develop a curriculum, or have any suggestions/interest in a specific project contact Rick at info(at)parkerwritersgroup.org.
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