Class Series for Writers

FIND THE BUZZ and KEEP IT GOING

Getting your dream on paper and out to the world

Presented by the Crossing Arts Alliance

All classes held at The Brainerd Public Library, 416 S. 5th Street Brainerd, MN 56401

Class Fee:  $20 per class (Crossing Arts Alliance Members) JOIN HERE

$25 per class (non-members)

Download FLYER Here:  Class Series Flyer  Download REGISTRATION Here: REGISTRATION FORM Class Series

For more information call The Crossing Arts Alliance 1-218-833-0416 ON LINE REGISTRATION LINK

Saturday, September 19, 2015: 

9 to 11 am Getting your Dream on Paper: Book Publishing in Today’s World

Do you dream of writing a book? Learn about today’s book industry, publishing options, first steps to publication and what to expect once your book hits the shelves. Instructor: Krista Rolfzen Soukup, Literary Publicist and Agent www.BlueCottageAgency.com

12 to 2 pm Find the Buzz: Social Media

Dig deeply into the mysteries of Facebook, Twitter and blogging to discover how to build an audience and gain visibility. Harness the power of social media to gain readers, drive traffic to your website and promote your work. Instructor: Rebecca Flansburg, Social Media Specialist www.Lamscommunications.com

Saturday, September 26, 2015:

9 to 11 am Keeping the Buzz: Publicity for Writers

What strategies can writers use to showcase their work to potential publishers, agents and readers? How can marketing fit into a writer’s daily schedule?   Learn the  basics of  publicity and marketing in today’s literary arts world; including author branding, websites, social media, book promotions, press releases and more. Instructor: Krista Rolfzen Soukup, Literary Publicist and Agent www.BlueCottageAgency.com

12 to 2 pm WordPress

Is a WordPress Website right for me? How can WordPress maximize my writing/art/business? This class explains the basics of WordPress and other internet terms: SEO, posts, tags, categories, media, and website security. Instructor: Corey Kretsinger, Web Designer www.MidstateDesign.com

Support Crossing Arts Alliance

Crossing Arts Alliance activities are funded, in part, by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Five Wings Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage fund; and grants from Brainerd Service League, MidMinnesota Federal Credit Union, and the Anderson Family Legacy Fund.