2010 Public Appearances

Aim High, Shoot Straight: Setting and Achieving Your Goals as a Writer

What: Online course for the Yosemite Romance Writers (open to members and non-members)

When: May 3-28, 2010

Where: http://www.yosemiteromancewriters.com/6.html (scroll down until you see the May workshops)

If you want to write but you can't seem to get motivated or find the time, or if you're writing but not getting where you want to be in your career, if you're jumping from project to project without a clear focus, this workshop is for you. Veteran author Kara Lennox will present her plan for focusing in on what you really want from your writing career, then show you how to formulate concrete, achievable goals and develop a step-by-step plan for achieving them. She'll also show you how to form your own "dream team" and manage your time and your fears. Learn proven problem-solving techniques and tips for staying motivated. This is a workshop for serious writers who are committed to success--however you define success.

Yes, You Can Quit Your Day Job

What: Online Course for the Red River Romance Writers (open to members and non-members)

When: Sept. 6-19, 2010

Where: http://redriverromancewriters.com/workshops.php (When I checked, the workshop wasn't yet posted.)

I'll outline a step-by-step process for walking away from that ball-and-chain day job without going bankrupt--even if you're not yet earning six figures as a novelist.

All About Agents

What: Online Course for Northeast Ohio Romance Writers of America

When: Oct. 4-15

Where: http://www.neorwa.com/index.php/Workshops/UpcomingWorkshops (Scroll down to October)

Convention wisdom says it's harder to find a good agent than a good editor, but these days, having representation is almost a must.  Find out how to snag the agent that's right for you and avoid the many dangerous pitfalls associated with agent-hunting.

The Synopsis Queen Tells All Nov. 1-26 online workshop for Colorado Romance Authors

All-day Writers Workshop in Columbus, Ohio,  Feb. 12, 2011