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Monday July 27 - Friday July 31, held at a quiet lake in Val des Monts, Quebec, only 30 minutes from downtown Ottawa. Some folks will probably carpool to make transportation easier.
NOTE: For those who do not wish to drive, there are two rooms available in the neighbouring lakeside Bed & Breakfast. Please call 613 728-3237 for details and reservation.
Each day, time will be allocated for writers to work alone, but much of the time will be devoted to writing exercises; learning how to balance inspiration and discipline; finding a personal voice; choosing a subject and developing a sense of structure. There will be a focus on group critiques of works-in-progress, and creative acts of revision and self editing. The workshop will consist of a comfortable blend of beginner, intermediate and advanced writers. Expect suggestions and advice about how to discover the hidden stories within the stories you think you are writing. Look forward to a guest writer, and other literary surprises.
The workshop will meet from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then take a 2 hour break which will include a tasty lunch and perhaps a canoe, kayak or swim in one of the most picturesque lakes imaginable. We will begin again at 1 p.m. and work until 3 p.m. Friday afternoon concludes with a potluck celebration.
For more information please contact Rick by email at taylorswave@sympatico.ca or check out his website taylorswave.ca.
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