| Pioneering Women of the West Instructor: Anna Kathryn Lanier Dates: August 1, 2011 -- August, 312011 Registration Deadline: July 31, 2011 Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others Click HERE for Registration Form FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com Class Description: The West was discovered by men looking for adventure and fortune. But it was civilized by women who brought families, schools, churches, and stability to the area. In PIONEERING WOMEN OF THE WEST, you'll learn about the western movement, the treacherous journey hundreds of thousands people took and of the lives of specific women who helped shape the West, intentionally or not. Some women went looking for a better life; others followed their man into the wilderness. There will be three lectures a week, with time for questions and answers and additional research on the participants' part. Schedule: August 1-7: Introductions; Syllabus; Western Movement overview August 8-14: Who Went; Westward Ho!: Getting Started; Keturah Belknap August 15-21: The Women: Mail-order Brides; Teachers; Doctors August 22-28: Off the Beaten Path: Makers and Shakers; Miscellaneous August 29-31: Wrap-up Bio: Anna Kathryn Lanier fell into the Western Movement by accident, but just like those mountain men and brave women of the 19th Century, Anna Kathryn was bitten by the Western bug, too. Research naturally followed her interest and though she doesn't claim to be an expert, she knows just enough to get her into trouble.Anna Kathryn is published in both contemporary and historical Westerns with The Wild Rose Press. Visit her at www.aklanier.com and http://annakathrynlanier.blogspot.com. Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.Click HERE to register for this class. ____________________________________________________________ Worldbuilding for Writers Instructor: Rebecca Lynn Dates: August 8, 2011--August 26, 2011 Registration Deadline: August 7, 2011 Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others Click HERE for Registration Form FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com Class Description: A world-building course focusing on all facets of fictional writing, not just on fantasy and paranormal books. Historical fiction and contemporary genre fiction writers need to know how to world-build, as well. World-building, at its foundation, is about incorporating functional and systematic details into narrative. This class will start with the basic building blocks of a world (whether known or invented) and move toward the integration of research and world-building into narrative fiction. It includes a specific tool through which to build your world that students have found quite helpful. Hope you enjoy! Week One: The building blocks of fictional worlds The two main methods of world-building Week Two: Organizing and ordering your fictional world Resources for world-building in genres Week Three: Integrity in your fictional world Tools for dissecting the world-building of others Week Four: Integrating world-building details into narrative and dialogue. Pulling it all together, servicing the larger story. Bio: Rebecca Lynn took an MFA in Creative Writing and an undergraduate degree in Linguistics and Literature, and has taught both writing and literature courses on the collegiate level. She has published short fiction as well as some short non-fiction, and academic articles. She's taught world-building workshops to college writers, and does one-on-one coaching with writers on the systematic integration of world-building in their narrative. Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator. Click HERE to register for this class. |
Showing posts with label HHRW Campus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label HHRW Campus. Show all posts
Friday, July 15, 2011
Hearts Through History Campus - August
Monday, July 4, 2011
Workshop Drawing Winner
Congratulations to Alison Bruce, our very first Blog winner for a free HHRW Campus workshop. Paty will have until December to take the workshop of her choice.
To be eligible for the July workshop drawing, just leave a comment on any July post.
Anna Kathryn Lanier
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To be eligible for the July workshop drawing, just leave a comment on any July post.
Anna Kathryn Lanier
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
HHRW Campus July Workshops
Contests: The Basics
Instructor: Alexa Bourne
Dates: July 5, 201--July 29, 2011
Registration Deadline: July 4, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
With so many writing contests out there and so many details to consider, it's easy for a writer to be overwhelmed! Contests: The Basics will take students through the contest process, step-by-step---from choosing a contest, to preparing the entry, from dealing with the emotional aspects of "contesting" to deciphering the results. Students will leave class with a better understanding of the process and with a list of resources for making the most out of their contest experiences.
Bio:
Alexa Bourne is a teacher by day and a romantic suspense writer by nights, weekends and all school holidays. When not traveling around the world or crafting thrilling romantic suspense stories, she spends her time reading, watching brainless TV and thinking about exercising. She has a Bachelor's in English Literature and a Master's in Education. She has finaled in or won 21 RWA contests with 7 manuscripts. (Most of those contests focused on the 1st few pages or the 1st chapter.) To learn more about her, visit http://www.alexabourne.com/.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q & A.
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
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Steampunk From Aether to Zeppelin
Instructor: Susan Lazear
Dates: July 5, 2011 -- July 29, 2011
Registration Deadline: July 4, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Are you still trying to figure out Steampunk? Do you have an idea for a Steampunk story but aren't sure what to start? Are you in the middle of a Steampunk manuscript and need a little help? Whether you just want to learn what all the buzz is about or have specific spots you need to work on, "Writing Steampunk from Aether to Zeppelin" can help. Grab your brass goggles and parasols join us while we learn about steampunk and the mechanics of a steampunk story.
Topics covered include: What is Steampunk, Steampunk Subgenres, Worldbuilding and Ideology, elements of a Steampunk novel, Steampunk characters and archetypes, science and technology, the roles of women, the darker side of Steampunk, steampunk across the genres, steampunk beyond the written word, and additional resources. All genres from kidlit to Steamypunk and all levels of knowledge and manuscript development are welcome.
Bio:
Suzanne Lazear writes steampunk tales for teens. Her YA steampunk dark fairytale "Innocent Darkness" will be released from Flux in 2012. Also known as "Lolita Suzanne" she's part of the popular steampunk group blog "Steamed!" She's been known to run with bustles, play with swords, and covet tiaras made of clockhands.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
Hearts Through History
Instructor: Alexa Bourne
Dates: July 5, 201--July 29, 2011
Registration Deadline: July 4, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
With so many writing contests out there and so many details to consider, it's easy for a writer to be overwhelmed! Contests: The Basics will take students through the contest process, step-by-step---from choosing a contest, to preparing the entry, from dealing with the emotional aspects of "contesting" to deciphering the results. Students will leave class with a better understanding of the process and with a list of resources for making the most out of their contest experiences.
Bio:
Alexa Bourne is a teacher by day and a romantic suspense writer by nights, weekends and all school holidays. When not traveling around the world or crafting thrilling romantic suspense stories, she spends her time reading, watching brainless TV and thinking about exercising. She has a Bachelor's in English Literature and a Master's in Education. She has finaled in or won 21 RWA contests with 7 manuscripts. (Most of those contests focused on the 1st few pages or the 1st chapter.) To learn more about her, visit http://www.alexabourne.com/.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q & A.
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
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Steampunk From Aether to Zeppelin
Instructor: Susan Lazear
Dates: July 5, 2011 -- July 29, 2011
Registration Deadline: July 4, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Are you still trying to figure out Steampunk? Do you have an idea for a Steampunk story but aren't sure what to start? Are you in the middle of a Steampunk manuscript and need a little help? Whether you just want to learn what all the buzz is about or have specific spots you need to work on, "Writing Steampunk from Aether to Zeppelin" can help. Grab your brass goggles and parasols join us while we learn about steampunk and the mechanics of a steampunk story.
Topics covered include: What is Steampunk, Steampunk Subgenres, Worldbuilding and Ideology, elements of a Steampunk novel, Steampunk characters and archetypes, science and technology, the roles of women, the darker side of Steampunk, steampunk across the genres, steampunk beyond the written word, and additional resources. All genres from kidlit to Steamypunk and all levels of knowledge and manuscript development are welcome.
Bio:
Suzanne Lazear writes steampunk tales for teens. Her YA steampunk dark fairytale "Innocent Darkness" will be released from Flux in 2012. Also known as "Lolita Suzanne" she's part of the popular steampunk group blog "Steamed!" She's been known to run with bustles, play with swords, and covet tiaras made of clockhands.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
Hearts Through History
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Hearts Through History Campus - May Workshops
Class: Picts and Scots 400-1100
Instructor: Sharron Gunn
Dates: May 2-June13, 2011
Registration Deadline: May 1,2011
Fee: $15/HHRW members, $25/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Because the era after the fall of the Roman Empire seems so long ago, people think that very little can be known about the peoples of northern Europe. You will be surprised at what is known from archaeological records, place name evidence, saints' lives, king lists, and annals, and so on. Yes, there are gaps. It's not like writing a novel set during the Regency Period. But that's a good thing. Your imagination can kick in!
So here is a bit of what you'll learn. The Scots were a Gaelic-speaking people who came from Ireland during the Iron Age. The Gaelic kingdom of Dál Riata extended from the north of Ireland to the southwest of Scotland; the centre of kingship shifted about AD 500 from Ireland to Scotland. Christianity came to Scotland during this period and many clergy left Ireland to found churches in Scotland.
The Picts spoke a British language (very similar to Welsh). Myths about the Picts say they also spoke a language unrelated to most other languages in Europe and that inheritance was matrilinial (through the mother). We'll look at those ideas. The Picts and Scots, Celtic peoples, believed in the religion of the Druids. In the 9th century the Picts and Scots merged to form the Kingdom of Alba, to meet the Norse threat. Picts, Scots and Norse all in one course! What more could you ask for?
5 Lectures with self quizzes, simple research projects and story ideas. Questions and discussion encouraged, but lurkers also welcome.
Bio:
Sharron Gunn learned to read and write Scottish Gaelic at Xavier College (now UCB) in Nova Scotia, and later obtained an honours degree in Scottish History and Celtic Studies from the University of Glasgow. While a student, she had a job selling Gaelic books in the Highlands from which she gained a greater knowledge of the geography and people. A requirement for the job was fluency in Gaelic, the language of the Highlands and Islands. She often returns to Scotland. Several times she has travelled to the Royal National Mòd, a huge music festival, as a member of a Gaelic choir from Canada. She is busy writing a fantasy novel set in WWII.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
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Crafting the Sensual Novella
Instructor: Eliza Knight
Dates: May 2, 2011 -- May 13, 2011
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at writing a sexy novella? Are you worried you won't be able to write short? Do love scenes intimidate you? Worry no more! It's time to learn the craft of novella writing. Creating a sensual short story can be fun and profitable.
And there has never been a better time to write short. With so many new and established publishers hungry for novellas, the market is wide open--if you know how to catch an editor's attention.
Sensual novellas are about much more than sex. And the guidelines are different than for a traditional-length novel. This workshop will help you learn how to plot a novella whether you are a heavy outliner or a "pantser." You'll see how easy it is to layer emotion into your love scenes and hook the reader from the very first sentence. The class will also instruct you on how to pack more into less words, while still keeping your love story strong and your audience captivated. We'll even include a sensual and sensory word reference list as a bonus!
Are you ready to take readers on a swift, sensual, and emotionally riveting journey?
Note: This workshop includes handouts as well as suggested reading, and will include excerpts from the presenters' and other authors' novellas.
Bio:
Eliza Knight is the multi-published author of sizzling historical romance and erotic romance. While not reading, writing or researching for her latest book, she chases after her three children. In her spare time (if there is such a thing...) she likes daydreaming, wine-tasting, traveling, hiking, staring at the stars, watching movies, shopping and visiting with family and friends. She lives atop a small mountain, and enjoys cold winter nights when she can curl up in front of a roaring fire with her own knight in shining armor. Visit Eliza at www.elizaknight.com.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
Instructor: Sharron Gunn
Dates: May 2-June13, 2011
Registration Deadline: May 1,2011
Fee: $15/HHRW members, $25/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Because the era after the fall of the Roman Empire seems so long ago, people think that very little can be known about the peoples of northern Europe. You will be surprised at what is known from archaeological records, place name evidence, saints' lives, king lists, and annals, and so on. Yes, there are gaps. It's not like writing a novel set during the Regency Period. But that's a good thing. Your imagination can kick in!
So here is a bit of what you'll learn. The Scots were a Gaelic-speaking people who came from Ireland during the Iron Age. The Gaelic kingdom of Dál Riata extended from the north of Ireland to the southwest of Scotland; the centre of kingship shifted about AD 500 from Ireland to Scotland. Christianity came to Scotland during this period and many clergy left Ireland to found churches in Scotland.
The Picts spoke a British language (very similar to Welsh). Myths about the Picts say they also spoke a language unrelated to most other languages in Europe and that inheritance was matrilinial (through the mother). We'll look at those ideas. The Picts and Scots, Celtic peoples, believed in the religion of the Druids. In the 9th century the Picts and Scots merged to form the Kingdom of Alba, to meet the Norse threat. Picts, Scots and Norse all in one course! What more could you ask for?
5 Lectures with self quizzes, simple research projects and story ideas. Questions and discussion encouraged, but lurkers also welcome.
Bio:
Sharron Gunn learned to read and write Scottish Gaelic at Xavier College (now UCB) in Nova Scotia, and later obtained an honours degree in Scottish History and Celtic Studies from the University of Glasgow. While a student, she had a job selling Gaelic books in the Highlands from which she gained a greater knowledge of the geography and people. A requirement for the job was fluency in Gaelic, the language of the Highlands and Islands. She often returns to Scotland. Several times she has travelled to the Royal National Mòd, a huge music festival, as a member of a Gaelic choir from Canada. She is busy writing a fantasy novel set in WWII.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
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Crafting the Sensual Novella
Instructor: Eliza Knight
Dates: May 2, 2011 -- May 13, 2011
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2011
Fee: $10/HHRW members, $20/others
Click HERE for Registration Form
FMI: HHRW Campus Coordinator: classes@heartsthroughhistory.com
Class Description:
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at writing a sexy novella? Are you worried you won't be able to write short? Do love scenes intimidate you? Worry no more! It's time to learn the craft of novella writing. Creating a sensual short story can be fun and profitable.
And there has never been a better time to write short. With so many new and established publishers hungry for novellas, the market is wide open--if you know how to catch an editor's attention.
Sensual novellas are about much more than sex. And the guidelines are different than for a traditional-length novel. This workshop will help you learn how to plot a novella whether you are a heavy outliner or a "pantser." You'll see how easy it is to layer emotion into your love scenes and hook the reader from the very first sentence. The class will also instruct you on how to pack more into less words, while still keeping your love story strong and your audience captivated. We'll even include a sensual and sensory word reference list as a bonus!
Are you ready to take readers on a swift, sensual, and emotionally riveting journey?
Note: This workshop includes handouts as well as suggested reading, and will include excerpts from the presenters' and other authors' novellas.
Bio:
Eliza Knight is the multi-published author of sizzling historical romance and erotic romance. While not reading, writing or researching for her latest book, she chases after her three children. In her spare time (if there is such a thing...) she likes daydreaming, wine-tasting, traveling, hiking, staring at the stars, watching movies, shopping and visiting with family and friends. She lives atop a small mountain, and enjoys cold winter nights when she can curl up in front of a roaring fire with her own knight in shining armor. Visit Eliza at www.elizaknight.com.
Format: Course is conducted via Yahoo Groups email with lessons and Q&A
For additional information, contact the Campus Coordinator.
Click HERE to register for this class.
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