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SUMMARY:U.S. History That All Writers Should Know – by Dr. Rik Stevenson
DESCRIPTION:The Writers Alliance of Gainesville welcomes historian Dr. Rik Stevenson\, who will discuss the “Other Book” and underrepresented historical knowledge that allows writers to create more accurate storytelling.\n\nThe Writers Alliance of Gainesville’s Sunday\, July 13\, program with Dr. Rik Stevenson is the perfect follow-up to our historical Fannie Lou Hamer presentation by Pamela D. Marshall and the WAG/GFAA “Hidden Histories” exhibit at the Gainesville Fine Art Association’s gallery.\n\nStevenson’s presentation will discuss the concept of the “Other Book” and underrepresented historical knowledge that\, when surfaced\, allows writers to engage in expanded and deeper research\, creating more accurate storytelling and writing.\n\nBefore schools were integrated\, Black teachers taught from two books: the official book sanctioned by the government and the “other book\,” which taught the truth about Black experiences and other untold accurate histories. Sometimes\, one must dig deeper and go to the source material to learn the truth of our shared pasts to make our writing stronger and more accurate.\n\nWithout accurate and accessible history\, our writing may lack the depth and authenticity that attracts a broader audience. Dr. Stevenson’s presentation will provide a few of his favorite research techniques and community engagement strategies for securing greater and more accurate historical and contemporary knowledge and awareness—methods that can create deeper understandings and compassions\, and thus more story depth\, for writers who envision the building of highly believable characters and plots with whom wide audiences want to engage.\n\nStevenson’s presentation will also provide a platform for writers\, authors\, and aspiring authors to raise questions about the awareness and interconnectedness of history\, culture\, and economics\, and how such awareness can bring greater depth to our characters\, character arcs\, plots\, etc. When writers leave this experience\, they will likely see a familiar world with new eyes\, awareness\, and understanding that can help them more deeply create and bring richer stories into shared futures.\n\nStevenson is a historian. He holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University in African American and African Studies. His research focus is the Middle Passage\, suicide\, and West and West Central African Cosmologies. He holds two master’s degrees from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Divinity in African American Church History. As a speaker\, he is highly sought after for his cultural competency\, knowledge\, and skills. He teaches courses in Black Theology and African American Church History. He’s an Assistant Instructional Professor at the University of Florida. As a certified scuba diver\, he has worked with Diving With A Purpose\, seeking insight on the Slave Ship Guerrero.\n\nThis program is free and open to the public. Come join us!\n\n2:30-4 PM\nJuly 13 \n\nMillhopper Branch\, Alachua County Library
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/u-s-history-that-all-writers-should-know-by-dr-rik-stevenson/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
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SUMMARY:8 Book-Writing Tips from an Award-Winning Novelist
DESCRIPTION:The Writers Alliance of Gainesville welcomes author and speaker Richard Gartee\, who will share his top eight tips for book authors.\nRichard Gartee is the author of 32 published books—eight of them fiction.\n\nOn Sunday\, June 8\, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Millhopper Library\, he will offer key tips for keeping readers entertained and engaged by sharing examples of these elements:\n\nShow\, Don’t Tell: Rather than telling readers how characters feel\, he will show how to reveal their emotions through actions and dialogue.\nStrong Voice and Tone: He will demonstrate how establishing a unique voice can draw readers in and create a distinct atmosphere.\nPoint of View: Maintain a single character’s point of view per scene and avoid the dreaded head hopping. This allows readers to identify with a character.\nUse of Dialogue: Dialogue can reveal character\, advance the plot\, and create tension. He will share dialog-heavy excerpts and demonstrate how to minimize over-use of speaker attributes.\nSetting as Character: A well-developed setting can enhance the story and serve as a backdrop for character development. Gartee will share a passage that vividly describes Gainesville\, making it feel alive and integral to the narrative.\nPacing and Structure: Varying sentence length and structure can control the story’s pace and keep readers engaged. Pacing shifts during a high-energy event build suspense or excitement.\nHumor and Wit: He will share a scenario to illustrate how humor can be woven into storytelling to make the read more enjoyable and relatable.\n\nEditing and Revision: He will emphasize the need for professional editing and share examples of developmental editing\, line editing\, and copy editing.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is free and open to the public. Come join us!
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/angela-v-woodhulls-7-book-writing-tips/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dan Sharp: How to Write Fight Scenes
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Writers Alliance of Gainesville for “How to Write Fight Scenes” with author Dan Sharp.\n\nOn May 4\, WAG speakers bureau standout Dan Sharp will present the free program\, “How to Write Fight Scenes.” He will point out that conflict\, whether it involves fisticuffs or merely harsh words\, is a fork in the road for our characters and deserves careful attention to details. Sharp will provide insights into how a fight can develop and resources to improve our accuracy in describing them. He might even display or brandish some “weapons\,” but they will only be fake and shown for demonstration purposes.\n\nSharp is a research scientist by profession and a martial artist by avocation. He received the Outstanding Professor award at the University of Florida and has been to numerous countries worldwide as an invited speaker. He is also the author of hard-hitting action-adventure novels. His “Mae Arnold —The Fifty-Niners” is a historical thriller in which a young\, recently widowed woman seeks employment at Pinkerton’s Detective Agency in hopes of solving her husband’s grisly murder. Her first assignment pits her against a cold-hearted businessman who cancels people instead of their debts.\n\nSharp has always held an interest in brain function\, and through his studies\, it became clear to him that fear is a learned phenomenon and the ability to manage the fear reaction can be learned. The talk he gave to WAG a while back\, “12 Tips to Help You Beat the Public Speaking Jitters\,” was very well received.\n\nPlan to join us on May 4\, and in the meantime\, check out Sharp’s blog posts on his website\, https://dansharp-writer.com/fiction.\nTime/Date:\n2:30-4 PM\nMay 4
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/dan-sharp-how-to-write-fight-scenes/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fannie Lou Hamer One-Woman Show with Author Pamela D. Marshall
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Writers Alliance of Gainesville for a treat on Sunday\, March 9\, at 2:30 p.m. when author Pamela D. Marshall presents “The Speeches and Writings of Fannie Lou Hamer: A One Woman Show.”\n\n“As a writer\,” Marshall said\, “creating the Fannie Lou Hamer One-Woman Show taught me the power of weaving research and authentic voices and her songs into storytelling. By delving into Mrs. Hamer’s speeches and legacy\, I found a way to bring history to life\, evoking emotion and inspiring action.\n\n“For writers\, this process demonstrates how to transform research into compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences\, creating work that informs and moves people to think\, feel\, and act. I hope this performance inspires you to uncover powerful stories waiting to be told in your own work.”\n\nMarshall is also a peace ambassador and The WELLness Network/Publishing executive director. Inspired by her journey and the fresh perspectives of her grandson BJ\, Pamela crafts stories that nurture young minds\, weaving themes of forgiveness\, environmental stewardship\, and emotional well-being.\nHer works include The Art of Forgiveness: An Expression of Peace and children’s books BJ and The Majestic Forgiveness Tree and BJ’s Big Mission\, Easie Turtle’s Healing\, Heals Earth.\n\nA seasoned journalist\, public policy advisor\, and keynote speaker\, Marshall’s expertise earned her an interview at the White House during the Obama Administration. She resides in Florida with her husband\, Scott\, and delights in being “Beanie” to BJ.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/fannie-lou-hamer-one-woman-show-with-author-pamela-d-marshall/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Enneagrams for Writers and Other Creatives
DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker Dina Smith\, a licensed mental health professional\, will describe how the Enneagram can benefit writers and other creatives. She believes clarity can be empowering—and the Enneagram is the GPS that gets you there. She says the Enneagram can be a powerful tool for writers in several ways\, helping them develop richer characters\, deeper themes\, and more authentic storytelling.\n\nIn this presentation\, you will learn the Core Motivations of the 9 Enneagram basic types\, as well as the process\, goal\, and obstacle for each Enneagram type as a writer. You might know where you are and where you want to go\, but that doesn’t mean you won’t encounter roadblocks\, detours\, or even a need to reroute.  We will also take a brief look at how each Enneagram type has paths for utilizing strengths and overcoming weaknesses as a writer. Just like a GPS maps out the most direct route to your destination\, the Enneagram shows you the path to becoming your highest\, truest self.\n\nIf you wish to test your Enneagram in advance of Smith’s talk\, here’s a link she supplied: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test. It’s free.\n\nSmith is a Masters Certified Addictions Professional and an Enneagram Informed Mental Health Professional. She has worked in community mental health and hospital-based settings\, with a focus on addiction medicine for the past 18 years. Currently\, she serves as the Director of Clinical Services at the UF Health Florida Recovery Center. She is consistently recognized for promoting understanding through using the Enneagram to enhance the personal and professional growth for individuals and teams. In her free time\, Dina enjoys being part of a team that leads worship at her church and spending time with her husband and two small children.\n\nThe talk will be held in Meeting Room A at the Millhopper Library.
URL:https://alachuachronicle.com/event/enneagrams-for-writers-and-other-creatives/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, 3145 NW 43rd St\, Gainesville\, 32606\, United States
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