Young Writers Workshop With Robin Duncan (ages 13-17)
Calling all young creative writers! Want to write more? Do you have an idea for a novel, or love to write poetry? Come join us at Paulina Springs Bookstore for a fun opportunity to write creatively in a small group with other teens. Robin Duncan has 20 years of experience as a high school English teacher and for the past 8 years as a writing coach, helping authors and aspiring writers. Each 75 minute writing session in the Young Writers Workshop will be based on a writing genre; which will include fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. We will learn about the genre, read samples, be inspired, and write our own versions. This will be a fun, interactive experience where young writers gain confidence, practice their writing, find their voice, and support each other in their creativity.
Ages 13-17. There will be 4 sessions on Tuesday April 9, 16, 23, 30 from 3:30- 4:45, at Paulina Springs Books. Minimum of 3, maximum of 10 participants.
Bring your notebooks, or laptops. Feel free to bring any works in progress! Required text: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You’ll Ever Need by Jessica Brody (please order from Paulina Springs Books if possible).
Other Recommended books, but NOT required:
Bird by Bird - Annie Lamott
The Ode Less Traveled: Unlocking the Poet Within
Elements of Style
Please email: robinduncan5@gmail to sign up! Or don’t hesitate to call Robin if you have questions: : 858-531-4088
Cost is on a sliding scale in order to make this accessible for all youth! Please pay what you're comfortable with - $80 to $150 covers 4 sessions at 75 minutes each. Payable through Zelle or Venmo.
Other costs: Save the Cat! available at Paulina Springs Books
About Robin Duncan:
Robin retired from teaching high school after 20 years, but still felt the burning need to keep inspiring young writers. She coached her son, Matthew Wolf, who started writing in college and is now a well-known fantasy writer having published 5 books with an avid audience. Robin now consults other writers and has worked with several TED talk speakers in preparing their talks. She is also passionate about helping students write their college essays. She coaches students to write the college essay that they are proud of which includes thoughtful self-reflection to help them gain admission to the colleges of their dreams. In her free time, she hikes the trails of Central Oregon, paddles on the Deschutes, and travels.