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Resources and Info for Writers
Chris frequently leads workshops and classes for other writers.
Below are some of her presentation slides, worksheets, and other resources that writers may find helpful.
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If you've attended one of Chris' workshops and you don't see the slides and supporting materials from it here,
you can inquire via the button below to see if those materials are available elsewhere.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
TO WRITE A NOVEL

Presentation Part 1 - YouTube recording
Presentation Part 2 - YouTube recording
Everything You Need to Know - presentation slides

Writing Resources - pdf
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HOW TO PITCH YOUR MANUSCRIPT
Talking Points ONE-SHEET - pdf
Loglines info - blog
Logline worksheet - pdf
Tagline worksheet - pdf
Genre worksheet - pdf
Keywords worksheet - pdf
Story (pitch paragraph) worksheet - pdf


NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH
NaNoWriMo Presentation - YouTube recording
NaNoWriMo - presentation slides

NaNoPlanno Presentation - YouTube recording
NaNoPlanno - presentation slides
Tools to Help You Prep for NaNoWriMo - blog
Tips to Help You Complete NaNoWriMo - blog
GMC: Goal, Motivation &  Conflict - blog
Writing Resources - pdf


TOOLS FOR STORY PLANNING & PLOTTING
Plotless in Seattle - presentation slides
GMC: Goal Motivation & Conflict - blog
The Hero's Journey - blog
The Plotting Grid - blog


CRITIQUE
and
THE SWEET 16 FIRST LINES OF YOUR MANUSCRIPT

The Art of Critique & the Sweet 16 - presentation slides
Standard Manuscript Format Guidelines - pdf
Sweet 16  - blog

Critique Expectations - blog
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WRITING GOALS & ACCOUNTABILITY
How to Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals  - blog
Goals Worksheet - pdf
Staying On Track With Your Goals - blog
Wendy Burt-Thomas' Accountability Worksheet - pdf


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TOOLS FOR WRITERS BLOG

Chris was previously a regular contributor
to the Kobo Writing Life blog
with her column "Tools for Writers."


Here are some select blog posts that may be of interest:

How to write an author bio

The author photo (headshot)
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Author websites​


​Cover copy (the description on the back of a novel)

Writing the dreaded synopsis
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Critique groups
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Tools for naming characters

Why go to writer's conferences

Chris' favorite writing resource books


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To see all of Chris' blog posts, click here.

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SPEAKING & TEACHING INQUIRIES     

If you're interested in having Chris teach a class or lead a workshop on a writing topic, please send a note with the particulars, and Chris will reply with options, rates, and availability.

Chris often works with libraries, schools, and nonprofit organizations at discounted rates. Please inquire to see if you qualify for a free or reduced cost option.

You can also use this inquiry if you're looking for writing support materials that are not listed above.

EMAIL INQUIRY
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  • Books
    • All Books
    • In Real Time series
    • Seeds
    • OSKI BOOKS
    • Undercurrents
    • Eat, Drink, and Be Wary
    • Particular Passages
    • 52 Ways to Get Unstuck >
      • Reviews
      • Praise for 52 Ways
  • Oski
  • Readers Group
  • For Writers
  • About the Author
    • Author Bio
    • Upcoming Events
    • Request Speaking Info
    • Photo Gallery
  • Contact