Internationally acclaimed fantasy author Lynn Flewelling's novels include: The Bone Doll's Twin, Hidden Warrior, The Oracle's Queen, Luck in the Shadows, Stalking Darkness, Traitor's Moon, Shadows Return, and—coming in May, 2010 by Bantam Spectra— The White Road, as well as short stories. Her articles on creative writing have appeared in several books and magazines, including Writer's Digest. 

Writing on the Waves!

Fantasy Fiction Writing Seminar at Sea 

Join fantasy author Lynn Flewelling aboard the Freedom Of The Seas for exciting talks and workshops at sea. Topics will include insight into Lynn's own work and the world of publishing, as well as workshops with her on the nuts and bolts of writing fiction, straightforward advice and how-tos of getting a novel published,  genre writing, fun ways for beginners to get started, and evening salons hosted by Lynn to share and listen to each other's writing! Not only that, but this package also includes cocktail parties and dinners with Lynn for lots of relaxed social time. So whether you're a fan of Lynn's, an aspiring writer looking for guidance, or both, you're sure to have a fun, enlightening, and enriching experience!

Seminar Day 1:

10:00-11:00 am: Meet Lynn and Explore Her Worlds 

11:00-noon:  "I Love/Hate That Guy! Creating Memorable Characters"  with writing prompts

4:00-5:30 pm   Salon- a gathering to read aloud, listen, and discuss each other's writing.  Don't be shy! You can read from stories or books you've been working on or new material inspired by the day's writing prompts, or just come and support your fellow writers.

Seminar Day 2:

10:00-11:00 am: Creating a Sense of Place:

Everything has to happen somewhere. 
Crafting detailed, believable settings"  with writing prompts.

11:00-noon: "The Plot—and Theme— Thicken: You don't have much of a story if they don't!"

4:00-5:30 pm   Salon 

Seminar Day 3:

10:00-11:00 am: "Editing: Forget "book doctors." How you do the work to make your book the best it can be."

11:00-noon: "Through the Hoops: Finishing, Polishing, Packaging, and Approaching  an Agent or Publisher"
4:00-5:30 pm  Final Salon

Workshop participation Age 18 and up.  
16-17 with parental permission.

Balcony Cabins: $1378.92 pp

Ocean view:  $1250.92 pp

Promonade view: $1123.92

Inside cabins: $1055.92

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