CT WINTER WRITERS WORKSHOP

“Just Words,” a workshop for aspiring writers and authors will meet Sundays January 22nd – March 26th from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at JUST BOOKS, TOO, 28 Arcadia Road, Old Greenwich. Designed to help participants commit ideas to paper, improve writing skills and edit work in progress, “Just Words” provides tangible support during the creative process to writers of every genre, including fiction, non-fiction, short stories, novels, memoirs, articles, business writing, poetry, screenplays, creative non-fiction and essays. The program includes exercises to exorcize “writer’s block,” group feedback, assistance in line editing work, and an introduction to writing for publication.
“Whether writing for business, pleasure or prospective publication, we welcome both new and experienced writers,” said Leslie Gueguen, the group’s moderator and founder. “This is our third year at JUST BOOKS, TOO. It’s the ideal place to find inspiration, imagining one’s work beside the other books on the shelves. We’ve discovered several talented local storytellers, able to provide a sense of place, tension, conflict resolution and the spirit of life in the space of only a few pages. It’s a wonderful place to find support for one’s work in a non-competitive environment.” Tuition for “Just Words” is $250 ($235 for returning writers) or $35 per single two hour session. To register, please contact Leslie at (203) 698-1169 or cherrimae@optonline.net or drop in Sunday at 4 p.m.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR “JUST WORDS”
“Just Words” will have you writing in no time. You may even find yourself submitting to a publisher or a literary contest!” -Patti Shanafelt

I highly recommend this workshop. I learned a great deal and was fascinated by the work. The leader’s insights and critiques were extremely valuable. For would-be authors, an absolute must. - Hovey Tyndall

“A safe, nurturing environment for aspiring writers. The setting is ideal and the format encourages accountability without fear. I had never read my work out loud and with Leslie’s guidance was able to put aside self-doubt. I highly recommend Just Words and look forward to the next session.” - Patty Nolan

“A must for everyone interested in writing - from the novice to the experienced. I learned an incredible amount and became motivated to write.” - Sonya R.

“I learned so much through Leslie’s line-by-line attention. I loved the humor and friendship that developed, in a lovely bookshop.” - Nancy B.

“A wonderful investment for those who share interest in the creative writing process.”
- Rachel W.