Edumacation for 'Riters

When I was just starting this writing life, I took classes. I bought books, and I took classes. I went to seminars, bought books, and took classes. I... well, you get the picture.

It never hurts to expand your horizons. In fact, I am going to take an online class very soon just to keep my skills brushed up. Gathering info from others who have good ideas for this lonely, writing journey is always a good idea.

Some of my online friendships are from the times I spent expanding my horizons and learning about the craft of writing. My mama always said education is one thing no man can take from you. See? Mama is always right!

If you are interested in taking some classes for a really reasonable fee, check out the place I am planning on taking from.
Workshops

I found out about these from my Facebook friend, Beth Barany. She is teaching the class I am taking in March. Thanks Beth!

Good luck!

Writing Cons, Workshops, Agents, oh my!

I decided to try and make a few cons next year (at least one!) and went out on the net to find what will be available. Wow. There are more writing workshops, agent pitches, and conferences for writers and fans of books than you can ever imagine.

Here is the short list I compiled of the biggies, or ones that you may recognize.

Left Coast Crime
March 2010
Los Angeles, CA

Sleuthfest
February 2010
Boca Raton, FL

Thrillerfest V
July 2010
NY NY

Killer Nashville
August 2010
Nashville TN

Magna Cum Murder
October 2010
Muncie IN

Bouchercon
October 2010
San Francisco, CA

And that is just a sample. If you are like me, it means saving money to be able to participate in these events, so you might want to start looking at the budget NOW.

Hope to see YOU at one of these events in the coming year!