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Al Watt Workshop

"Writing the First Act​"
Sunday, November 5 from
​1 pm to 4 pm
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Motel 6 Conference Room
9757 Catalba Rd
​Hesperia, CA
"Writing the first act of a novel or memoir is a challenge because we are attempting to do many things at once. We are introducing characters, establishing the world, setting up the premise and backstory, all while holding the reader's interest. There are tools we can employ to tell the beginning of our story in the most dynamic and compelling way."
If you have ever been to an Alan Watt workshop, you'll recognize the tremendous value of this offer. If you have never experienced a class with Al, you will be amazed at how he pulls your story out of you.  ​Reserve now! Limit 25 persons.  

CWC Members - $35

Non CWC Members - $45


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