Becoming a Better Writer

Write On, Door County offers many opportunities for writers of all ages and levels of experience to exercise their creative muscles in August. Whether you have a novel in mind, would like to start a memoir, or just want to learn more about being a better writer, there is something for you.

On Aug. 7, 9 am – 4 pm, Write On will partner with Door County Land Trust for a special hike of Oak Road Nature Preserve, followed by a catered lunch and writing workshop with author John Hildebrand. Participants will flesh out notes made during their hike by discussing different perspectives and shaping a story in which land isn’t just a backdrop but a main character. Hildebrand is the author of numerous books of nonfiction, including A Northern Front and Mapping the Farm: The Chronicle of a Family. Tuition is $75, which includes lunch. Class is limited to 12 participants.

On Aug. 9, 10:30 am – noon, Write On and the Door County Humane Society invite writers ages 5 – 10 to tour the Humane Society and to create biographies for the cats and dogs who live there. Volunteers will help children write and illustrate their stories. Bring a can of dog or cat food or a $1 donation. Class is limited to 20 people. To register, call 920.746.1111 or email [email protected].

On Aug. 10, 2 – 5 pm, novelist Patricia Skalka will focus on three techniques she has used and tested over time and found highly effective in her own prose writing. Skalka is the author of Death Stalks Door County. Tuition is $60. Class is limited to 10 participants.

For more information, call 920.868.1457 or email [email protected].