Want to improve your writing techniques? Check out just a few of the engaging sessions offered at the Lakefly Writers Conference. Register by April 23 for only $125. The conference, sponsored by the Oshkosh Public Library, takes place May 1–2 at the Oshkosh Convention Center.
A Bulletproof Beginning – Larry Sommers
Learn how to launch your story with immediate momentum. This session covers five practical techniques for crafting openings that create urgency, draw readers in, and make your first lines impossible to ignore.
The Power of an Inciting Incident – Kate Penndorf
Discover how an inciting incident drives your story forward by shaping your character’s goals, obstacles, and choices. Participants will work on identifying or creating strong scene foundations.
The ABCs of Character Development – Beth Amos
Explore how to create compelling, believable characters. This session focuses on developing motivations, flaws, and emotional depth while honing in on the traits that matter most to your story.
Knocking Boots – Nicole Reid
Learn how to write intimate scenes that enhance your story, whether subtle or explicit. This workshop covers building tension, avoiding common pitfalls, and keeping scenes aligned with your plot.
We hope you join the Lakefly family for a welcoming, inspiring conference experience that will take your writing to the next level!
The Lakefly Writers Conference is sponsored by the Oshkosh Public Library in partnership with the Oshkosh Community Foundation, OrangeHat Publishing and the Oshkosh Area Writers Club.