October 25th and 26th
The Center
10824 Normandale Blvd
Bloomington, Minnesota 55437

Based on 24 years published writing experience, Melody will teach a range of topics appealing to both the aspiring and experienced fiction or nonfiction writer. She'll guide you through all stages of successful writing,from ideation through publication, inspiring you for months to come. Join her and learn the secrets of the trade she's learned from writing 14 books (selling over 7 million copies) and hundreds of articles.

Session One
October 25, 2003

Good idea? – Is it an anecdote, article, short story or a book? –
Understanding the process – When and how to start – First draft –
When to stop – Puttling life into your writing through dialogue,
description and emotions – What’s the point? –
Editing: when less is more – Do I need an agent? –
Telling stories from the heart

Session Two
October 26, 2003

Growing as a writer – Turning personal experience
into fiction and nonfiction – Research – Trouble shooting –
Hooking editors into reading your work – Marketing –
Media, agents, editors and promotion –
Using your creativity and intuition – Letting the
Universe tell its stories through you

Workshop fees: $125 for Saturday, $100 for Sunday, or $200 for both sessions. Visa, American Express and Master Card accepted. Limited enrollment. Tell Me a Story Writer’s Workshop may be coming to your state. Watch this site for details or put your name on the waiting list for your area by sending email to: