Join Luan Stauss, Teresa LeYung-Ryan and Valerie Haynes Perry  in this three-hour workshop for those who identify themselves as serious writers. The panel will address the following topics:

* Maintain clarity, self-confidence, and motivation to bring your own book into being

* Build your name, platform, and fanbase to hook attention before publication

* Expand your knowledge of the moving parts that comprise the publishing industry and make savvy choices

 Valerie Haynes Perry (motivational writer, author, coach) says: “I motivate serious writers to embrace the experience of completing their own books and encouraging fellow writers.” motivationalwriting.com  Write the Book You Want—Be Your Own Coach,  Listening Out Loud—A Friend to the Serious Writer,  Write, Read, Listen—Your Handy Writing Coach; and four novels – Tanner Blue, Painted Deserts, Music for the Dream, and Members

Teresa LeYung-Ryan (manuscript consultant, author, fanbase-building coach) says: “I can help you focus on your themes to rewrite with ease and build your writer’s platform to attract attention now.” WritingCoachTeresa.com   Build Your Writer’s Platform & Fanbase in 22 Days—Attract Agents, Editors, Publishers, Readers, and Media Attention NOW;  Love Made of Heart: a Daughter Finds Herself through Witnessing Her Mother’s Mental Illness (novel)

Luan Stauss (owner of and book buyer for Laurel Book Store since 2001) says: “The books I want in the store are the ones I want to read and put in the hands of other readers.” laurelbookstore.com

Click the link below for a ticket to the event and to reserve the books written by the presenters.

http://www.laurelbookstore.com/event/where-are-you-your-writers-journey 

You can also call or email the store to reserve a spot.  510-452-9232 or  laurelbookstore@att.net

COST: $25.00 with a capacity for 20 writers  Sign up by Wednesday, August, 24^th.