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Northern Colorado Writers Conference
Hilton Hotel
Fort Collins, Colorado
Friday, March 30, 2012 5:15-6:15
Workshop: Get Out of Your Own Way -- How to Avoid Self-Sabotage

Sometimes writers are their own worst enemies. Come take a look at some of the ways we trip ourselves up, including the three Ps:  procrastination, perfectionism, and prioritization. Then we'll explore several common excuses that stymie our creativity and throw up road blocks to productivity.

Saturday, March 31, 2012 1:00-2:00
Workshop: Getting to Know Your Characters

Even the greatest plot falls flat on the page if your characters can't pull it off. In fiction and creative nonfiction, characters drive a story forward and provide readers access to its meaning and import. Knowing your characters' back stories, fears, goals, and motivations is vital. Come learn techniques to dig into their fictional psyches. You may be surprised by what you find.
 

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April 27-29, 2012
Malice Domestic Mystery Convention
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Bethesda, Maryland

Panel TBD

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