Classes
      & Workshops...


      
A
      frequent speaker at writers' conferences, community college events,
      and university extension programs, Susan brings her experience
      as a memoir author, novelist, and manuscript
      editor
      to her WCC writing classes and workshops. She's a member of Book
      Publishers Northwest and a board member of Whatcom
      Writers and Publishers. Here's more of her bio.


      
Current
      Offerings at Whatcom Community College...


      
Summer
      2011, Summer Creative Writing Camp, Wednesdays, July 13
      & 20, 6 to 9 pm.


      
Working
      on a novel or memoir? This energizing workshop will help you
      take your writing outside the box! We'll work on fun activities
      to guide you as you create lively scenes, outline, and plot your
      story.  You'll leave with the tools and inspiration you need
      to keep writing all summer long! Visit www.whatcomcommunityed.com.


      
Watch
      for additional WWC workshops...


      
A
      Frugal Author's Guide to Self-Publishing 


      
Are
      you intrigued by self-publishing? Or thinking seriously of taking
      the plunge? As the traditional publishing industry continues
      to downsize, self-publishing is looking more viable than ever.
      In this revealing workshop, the founder of an independent press
      and self-published author Susan Colleen Browne presents a candid
      overview of a wide range of publishing options: traditional,
      self-, print-on-demand, and ebooks. You'll learn all about the
      financial side of publishing your book, including marketing and
      selling it... and you'll lealve with all the information you
      need to go from aspiring writer to author!


      
Adventures
      in Creative Writing: Completing Your Project


      
Whether
      you’re working on a novel, memoir, or short story, join
      Susan to help take your story to the finish line! In this fun,
      interactive workshop, we’ll explore easy plotting techniques
      inspired by bestselling authors like Anne Lamott, Maeve Binchy,
      and Allison Brennan. And using tricks and tools to energize your
      project, we’ll put the “creativity” back into
      creative writing!


      
Facing
      the Blank Page 
    



      
Are
      you rarin' to write but short on time? Join instructor Susan
      Colleen Browne for this fast-paced, intensive workshop for both
      new and experienced writers. She'll lead you through a 5-step
      process to transform an idea into a work-in-progress, and share
      brainstorming strategies and writing exercises to help you begin
      your manuscript. We'll also explore bestselling authors' secrets
      for staying inspired. You'll leave with a road map for a compelling
      project, plus a personalized writing plan to finish it. Bring
      pen and paper or laptop, and watch your story take flight!


      
Memoir
      Writing Retreat


      
Ready
      to begin your memoir or a collection of personal stories? Treat
      yourself to a winter retreat in a relaxing setting that will
      inspire your creativity. Guided by author Susan Colleen Browne,
      you'll have opportunities for brainstorming and writing exercises
      to craft your experiences into story form. With opportunities
      to share your writing, you'll also learn easy ways to enhance
      your storytelling and polish your work until it shines. Come
      with pen and paper or laptop, and leave with several short pieces
      that bring your memories to vivid life!


      
Secrets
      to Self-Editing Workshop


      
Do
      you want to add pizzazz to your pages by growing your self-editing
      skills? Join instructor Susan Colleen Browne for this hands-on
      workshop as you learn easy editing tips and techniques to make
      your stories more engaging and compelling. Bring 2 to 3 pages
      of your work, and be prepared for in-class writing/editing exercises.
      You'll leave with valuable editing tools to take your writing
      to the next level!


      
Simplicity
      Circle


      
Have
      you made a resolution to simplify your life in the New Year?
      Join author Susan Colleen Browne and a welcoming circle of like-minded
      students, to share tips and suggestions for slowing down, reducing
      consumption, and streamlining your lifestyle. You'll have opportunities
      to reconnect with what's meaningful to you, explore ways to let
      go of what isn't, and receive support for making changes in the
      New Year. You'll leave with loads of ideas and the inspiration
      to create your own "Simple Life."


      
A
      Sample of Susan's Speaking Engagements...


      
Susan's
      speaking engagements include the Emerald City Writer's Conference;
      Pacific Northwest Writers' Association conference; Western Washington
      University's Extension Programs; Highline Community College keynote;
      Whatcom Community College Staff Development Day; and numerous
      creativity programs around the region. Susan also appears at
      many bookstores and libraries.


      
If
      you'd like to have Susan speak at your program or event, please
      contact her.
    

    
      
 
 
  

  

    
    
    
  

  

    
    
    
  






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