Murder Most Foul: Writing the Mystery Novel
Murder and mayhem aren’t easy subjects to tackle without some direction. Published author Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli will help you examine the genre, develop ideas, learn openings and endings, and discover where to put those twists and turns that keep the readers on the edge of their seats. Reading and writing will be part of each week. You will also get marketing information and websites of help to the mystery writer.

4 Wed., May 7-28, 6-8 p.m.
University Center Rm. 216
Instructor: Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli
Cost: $75      Code: 9516

Getting Your Book Published
Learn how to successfully publish your manuscript into a saleable book. You’ll understand the differences between independent, royalty, and print-on-demand publishing. Learn about the economics and return on investment of various types of publishing. The information is useful for all types of manuscripts including fiction, non-fiction, and children’s material. Anyone who has ever considered having a book published will find this course essential.

Tues., April 22, 6-9 p.m.
University Center Rm. 219
Instructor: Jerrold Jenkins
Cost: $45      Code: 9723

Market Your Book (and Yourself) Successfully
Writing your book is just the first part; getting your book out to the public is another chapter. This workshop on getting your book into bookstores and promoting it can help. In just 18 months, Dewey’s book, Aaron’s Crossing, went from self-published to nationally published and was featured in every Barnes and Noble across the country. This Glen Arbor author shares her unique and innovative tactics for garnering media attention and discusses which marketing strategies have worked for her and which haven’t. In addition to insight and practical ideas, she’ll analyze what it takes to “get there”. Although not a “how-to” on getting published, she will share how she got picked up by Hampton Roads Publishing and what she’s learned since. Designed for those with a book project (or at least one in mind). Bring a 3-ring binder.

2 Tues., June 3 & 10, 6-9 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. A
Instructor: Linda Alice Dewey
Cost: $85      Code: 9722