K.A.S.T. Shop Talk - May
May 18, 2024
Comstock Public Schools Admin Bldg, 3010 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Writing with the Classics: Inspiration and Imitation, Research and Retellings
Whether you love classic novels or would rather avoid the canon, this workshop will explore how to write with the classics, including understanding where your story fits in different traditions, finding inspiration in classic novels, and learning storytelling techniques from the greats.
We’ll also discuss how to use classic novels for research for both historical fiction and contemporary stories, whether you’re writing picture books, or young adult and middle-grade novels.
Finally, we’ll explore theories, techniques, and best practices for creating retellings and continuations, with a focus on writing for children and young adults.
Presenter: Katherine Cowley
Katherine Cowley is the Mary Higgins Clark Award nominated author of The Secret Life of Miss Mary Bennet and two other novels, as well as numerous short stories. Her blog Jane Austen Writing Lessons was selected by The Write Life as one of the best websites for writers in 2021. She has taught writing classes at Western Michigan University, Mesa Community College, and Brigham Young University.