Works In Progress: Completing Your Book for Publication
Hal Zina Bennett, bestselling writer and writing coach
Friday, May 16 - Sunday May 18
Starwae in Sonoma, CA
This is an opportunity to learn from a publishing veteran
what you need to do to take your manuscript to finished form
for publication. Hal teaches this seminar only twice a year and
limits enrollment to 10 writers who have book projects or concepts
for books underway. You’ll
get a comprehensive written evaluation describing what you'll need to
take it the final steps to successful publication. (Usual price for the
evaluation alone is $650.)
Hal's writings, workshops and lectures have reached millions of readers and writers
the world over. With more than 30 successful books of his own, he also coaches
upcoming writers, and has helped over 200 authors develop successful books.
Hal's gifts as a teacher, writing coach, and developmental editor have proven
invaluable for thousands of writers. Several of his author-clients have become
national best-sellers and Oprah guests. His client list has included: Phil McGraw
("Dr. Phil"), Judith Orloff, Shakti Gawain, Jerry G. Jampolksy, Dharma
Singh Khalsa, Stanislaf Grof, Michael Samuels, Sandra Ray, Dave Smith, Janice
Crow, and many others.
Hal's own list of published works includes novels, poetry, magazine articles
and non-fiction-writings that open hearts and minds to the expanding range of
the human experience. You have a great treat in store, whether reading one of
Hal's books or taking one of his workshops. His own books include: Write From
the Heart (New World Library), Writing Spiritual Books (New World Library),
Follow Your Bliss (Avon/Wm. Morrow), The Lens of Perception (Celestial Arts),
Zuni Fetishes (HarperCollins),and Spirit Circle, a novel (Tenacity Press.)
This seminar is tailored to the needs of individual writers attending. You'll
come away with clarity about what you need to do next to move your book toward
publication--and the skills for doing just that. Includes tips on getting a literary
agent, writing query letters and proposals, what to expect from a publisher,
the pros and cons of self-publishing, self-promotion, and much more. Includes
valuable handouts and a free copy of one of Hal's books, either Write From the
Heart or Writing Spiritual Books.
Submit projects at least 3 weeks in advance. Rough form is fine. Maximum
120 pages of a manuscript, or an outline of your proposed project. Send directly
to Hal Zina Bennett, 9827 Irvine Ave. Upper Lake, CA 95485 by Priority Mail or
FEDEX. Do not send registered or certified mail since Hal lives 14 miles from
the post office and would have go in and sign for it.
Limited to ten participants.
Cost: $775. (includes lunches) Deposit $175. Balance due April 1 Lodging not
included.
Hours: Friday 6-9PM
Saturday 9:30AM-4:30PM
Sunday 9:30AM-2:30PM
For information and to register, call Janice Crow 800 793-4792
email crow@starwae.com
Visa and Mastercard accepted
There are no more rooms available at Starwae.
May is peak tourist season, so it’s important to make reservations early.
Below is a list of nearby lodging for those who are coming from out of town.
Sonomabb.com shows a selection of lovely Bed and Breakfast inns.
The Sonoma Valley Inn is a Best Western. Their phone number is
707 938-9200.
The El Pueblo Inn is also nice. Their phone number is 800 900-8844
Sonoma Creek Inn is very nice, and slightly less expensive. 888 712-1289
The towns of Napa, Petaluma and Novato are only 20 minutes from Sonoma, and they
have nice motel chains such as Travelodge, Best Western, Quality Inn, Dollar
Inn, etc.
SARK invites you to
Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper
Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15
10 AM to 5PM
Gift the world with your words and stories, and learn how to create
the time and energy to delight yourself with your writing. Explore what
keeps you from writing, using all the tools, games, and exercises that
helped SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) write 14 best-selling books.
Find out how to let your stories and words tumble happily out of your head and
onto the page as you discover the value of sharing your stories within a creative
community. Author of A Creative Companion, SARK designed this workshop
especially for creative writers, journal-keepers, and anyone with stories to
share.
When she was 10 years old, SARK announced to her mother, "I’m supposed
to be a beacon of hope to the world and write books." Her mother told her
to eat her peanut butter sandwich. Although SARK wrote her first book that same
year, she didn’t become a published author until age 34 because of fear,
procrastination, and perfectionism. In this workshop we will learn all the ways
she uses to deal with these blocks to our full creative expression.
Limited to only 25 participants
Cost $395. Delicious lunches
included.
Lodging not included.
Her workshops fill quickly, so it's best to reserve early.
A $150 deposit (non-refundable) will reserve your space.
Balance due May 24. VISA & Master Card accepted
Call Janice Crow 800 793-4792 or email crow@starwae.com
There are no rooms available at Starwae
Below is a list of nearby
lodging for those who are coming from out of town.
Sonomabb.com shows a selection of lovely Bed and Breakfast
inns.
The Sonoma Valley Inn is a Best Western. Their phone number is 707
938-9200.
The El Pueblo Inn is also nice. Their phone number is 800 900-8844
Sonoma Creek Inn is very nice, and slightly less expensive. 888 712-1289
The towns of Petaluma, Napa and Novato are only 20 minutes from Sonoma, and they
have nice motel chains such as Travelodge, Best Western, Quality Inn, Dollar
Inn, etc.
Visa
and MasterCard accepted. Early registration is advised, since classes
fill quickly.
For more details,
call Janice Crow 800 793-4792 or email crow@starwae.com
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