Writing Workshop with author Peter Heller

62430 Eagle Road,Bend OR 97701

29 April, 2023

Description

Thinking Your Way to the Page with Peter Heller Join Peter Heller, author of The Guide, for a workshop exploring his five favorite touchstones of writing. Peter Heller explains the five tenets of technique he thinks about when he is working, including sequencing, metaphors, use of the senses, etc. Even the pros need to constantly remind themselves of the basic principles of craft that make their writing hum. Participants should bring paper and pen for some fun fast exercises. Peter Heller is a longtime contributor to NPR, and a former contributing editor at Outside Magazine, Men’s Journal, and National Geographic Adventure. He is an award-winning adventure writer and the author of five books, including his most recent, The Guide. Heller’s debut novel, The Dog Stars, was the 2014 Novel Idea selection. It was critically celebrated and a breakout bestseller, and has been published in 18 languages. Heller was born and raised in New York he now lives in Denver. This workshop is presented by Deschutes Public Library Foundation. The Foundation works to provide dependable, sustainable funding that supports and enhances library programs and outreach services that reach and serve all people in Deschutes County. This is an in-person program. Masks are optional. Limit is 35 attendees. Location: Hanai Foundation Saturday, April 29, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost $50 per person For more information about the Foundation, please visit www.dplfoundation.org.