Have you wanted to start writing but seem unsure how to begin? Do you want to write the story of your life or your family’s for possible publication or private documentation? Do you have a great idea for a novel, script, blog, column or an area of expertise that you want to share with others? A workshop by Oregon Book Award winning author Matt Love will inspire you to start your writing project on October 27 from 4:30 to 6:30pm. At 7 pm, Love presents a talk and multi-media presentation about his new book, The Great Oregon Birthright, a mystery set on Oregon’s beaches. Many people aspire to write for themselves, publication and multiple other reasons, but can’t seem to get started. This frustration often results in the aspiration disappearing. Don’t let that happen. Get the writing going! All you have to do is start. Writer, Nestucca Spit Press publisher and educator Matt Love, the author/editor of 15 books about Oregon is offering a free two-hour “Getting the Writing Going” workshop at the library. In this workshop, participants will experiment with innovative techniques to define an editorial voice for fiction or nonfiction writing and address the barriers that prevented the writer from starting. “I believe it is essential for all aspiring writers to meet other aspiring writers in a relaxed workshop setting with real writing outcomes,” said Love. “I’ve taught this class to hundreds of writers, beginners and experienced ones, and it seems to help them overcome the barriers to getting started.” Both programs are free and open to the public, and sponsored by the Friends of the North Bend Public Library.
