FALL 2022  NEW  

Write Your Bio and Other Promotional Copy

Writers and artists are often asked for written information about themselves, their approach to their work, a description of their work (book, painting, photograph, sculpture), and also a few paragraphs or bullet points that will help the gallery or publisher market the product. Join author/photographer Ingrid Lundquist to learn the elements of each of the typically requested written items, along with a method of creating them efficiently and with confidence to make your profile shine.  

ZOOM Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm Sept 20 & 27

Register here>>>  Write Your Bio and other Promotional Copy

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Create a Memoir Book: Your Slice of Life Stories

Unlike an autobiography which chronicles your life, the memoir is about a slice of your life. It can define a time - such as growing up, college years or family, or special occasions like holidays, travels or the cars that reflected who you were. If writing about your whole life is too big a task to tackle, pick a favorite life topic and Ingrid will guide you through the steps in creating a memoir book to share and enjoy.   

ZOOM Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm Oct 4, 11 & 18

 Register here >>> Create Your Memoir Book: Your Slice of Life Stories

2022 zoom classes

SPRING & SUMMER ZOOM CLASSES (Tuesday nights)

REGISTER ONLINE www.sierracommunityed.org

Memoir: Your Slice of Life Stories                                                      3/8-22 (3 sessions; 6:30-8pm)  $69

The memoir is about a slice of your life and Ingrid shows you how to turn piles of information into logical reading matter.

Start Organizing Your Book Today                                                      4/5-19 (3 sessions; 6:30-8pm)  $69

Learn about the essential, but non-creative, parts of your book in layman’s terms—plus, what’s important and what’s not, and why. 

Prepare Your Book for Self-Publishing                                              6/7 (1 session; 6:30-9pm)  (see Summer catalog online)

Look at the different publishing models and three popular book printers: iStreet Press (local), KDP/Kindle Direct Print (Amazon), and Ingram Spark (Ingram Content Group). Pick the right one for your book.                                                                    

Write an Engaging Travel Blog                                                        6/14-28 (3 sessions; 6:30-8pm)  (see Summer catalog online)

Discover how to keep your readers coming back time-after-time.

Start Organizing Your Book Today                                                    7/26-8/9 (3 sessions; 6:30-8pm)  (see Summer catalog online)

 

Start Organizing Your Book Today

 PREFACE, INTRODUCTION, FOREWORD....Did you give up on writing a book after the thrill of writing the first 20 pages left you dizzy. Or maybe you got to the end of the story and were too exhausted to assemble the other pieces required to complete your book project.

Spend some time with award-winning author Ingrid Lundquist and learn how to navigate the mysterious land of book parts. She explains the different elements of a book in layman’s terms, shows you what’s important and what’s not, and explains why. 

You’ll get tips to ease you through the writing and assembly of the essential, but non-creative, parts of your book. In the end you’ll no longer be miffed by the book parts – you’ll know how to turn your story into a real book without feeling like you forgot something in the rush to get done.

Four sessions (July 13, 20, 27, Aug 3) offered through Sierra College Community Education - see 2021 Tour (to the right)

Write Engaging Blog Posts

Thinking about starting a blog, journaling your travels, or need some inspiration for the blog you're already writing? The process starts with identifying your unique way of seeing and putting words on paper. You’ll discover how to keep your words fresh and select the right photos to engage your readers. 

Join us for a three-session online zoom class through Sierra College Community Education in April/May 2021.

Start Organizing Your Book Today

PREFACE, INTRODUCTION, FOREWORD....Did you give up on writing a book after the thrill of writing the first 20 pages left you dizzy. Or maybe you got to the end of the story and were too exhausted to assemble the other pieces required to complete your book project.

Spend some time with award-winning author Ingrid Lundquist and learn how to navigate the mysterious land of book parts. She explains the different elements of a book in layman’s terms, shows you what’s important and what’s not, and explains why. 

You’ll get tips to ease you through the writing and assembly of the essential, but non-creative, parts of your book. In the end you’ll no longer be miffed by the book parts – you’ll know how to turn your story into a real book without feeling like you forgot something in the rush to get done.

Four sessions (March 3, 10, 17 24) offered through Sierra College Community Education - see 2021 Tour (to the right)

Giving Thanks in Turbulent Times

 

FREE online ZOOM writing workshop focused on finding grace and gratitude while navigating a chaotic world

 Tues., Nov. 24, 4-6pm PST

Writers Giving Thanks

Jennifer Basye Sander,

NY Times Best Selling Author

At this FREE online zoom workshop, former Random House Senior Editor and memoir writing coach Jennifer Basye Sander will help you rid yourself of pandemic negativity and revitalize the desire to write by giving writers freedom to dispel fears and foster optimism. This uplifting writing experience promises to leave you with an open heart, able to recognize and appreciate acts of kindness occurring during the pandemic. 

•  Revitalize your desire to write - toss aside negative attitudes

•  Modify your thought process - access positive writing energy

•  Recognize the sweet spot of your new world experience

•  Generate new material to get back into the flow

•  Share a creative experience in the company of fellow writers

•  Prepare for an unusual holiday season

 

The Little Book of Christmas Joy: True Holiday Stories to Nourish the Heart     

by Jennifer Basye Sander, 2020

A lovely anthology of 55 short heartwarming holiday stories written by authors from coast-to-coast. Enchiladas, love letters, blind dates, and candle wax all find their way into the stories that will make your 2020 Holiday season sweet and warm like a cup of hot cocoa. 

Available at your local bookstore or online.

Seasons greetings for a hopeful future 

from The Book-in-Hand Roadshow

 

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Create an Anthology: Turning Special Stories into Gift Books

Learn how to gather your special stories and turn them into a gift book. Compiling an anthology is far easier than you think! 

You'll learn how to capture and organize special moments and memories before they flitter away. As the book compiler, you don’t even have to write all the stories yourself. An anthology can be a fun project for any group, organization, or family.

Topics covered include how to: compile an anthology, select a theme, involve other authors, organize and format the content, and how to launch and distribute the book.