Week of Events
How to Nurture the Story That Is Within You
How to Nurture the Story That Is Within You
Everyone has a story. This mini-workshop will demonstrate how a person can take their story, embellish it and write in down. Dennis Boyne is a seasoned storyteller and the Executive Director of Lehigh Valley Story Slam. He has written three books: A Family's Journey, Major Kate, and Jake at Church. In addition to his literary […]
What Does It Mean to have Published a Memoir?
What Does It Mean to have Published a Memoir?
What’s it like to have the opportunity to share a portion of your life with any reader? Three memoirists discuss how it feels to have translated a chunk of their lives into the form of a book. It seems literary, but it’s really an activity of finding and sharing yourself through writing. Melba Tolliver is […]
Ignite Your Cinematic Creativity with Brandon Avery
Ignite Your Cinematic Creativity with Brandon Avery
Join world-renowned creator Brandon Avery for an incredible opportunity to dive deep into the art of cinematography. What to Expect: Discussion (20-30 mins): Brandon will share insights from his book, 100 Cinematography Ideas To Spark Your Creativity, exploring practical tips and inspiring concepts that can elevate your filmmaking craft. Hands-On Session (30 mins): Put those […]
How To Get Your Book To The Screen
How To Get Your Book To The Screen
This workshop will explore the steps an author can take to bring their book to the attention of movie and TV producers. Alan Roth will also discuss how an author can adapt their own work. Alan Roth is a member and Fellow of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and serves as an […]
Essentials of Social Media: Workshop (Special 4-Hour Intensive; $200 Fee)
Essentials of Social Media: Workshop (Special 4-Hour Intensive; $200 Fee)
Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop hosted by world-renowned multihyphenate creator Brandon Avery at The Social Tour in Easton, PA on October 20th, from 10 AM to 2 PM. As a celebrated filmmaker, educator, and social media expert, Brandon brings a wealth of experience to this event, offering you a unique opportunity to learn […]
Protagonist vs. Plot — A Writers’ Panel Discussion
Protagonist vs. Plot — A Writers’ Panel Discussion
Ways and why's we stray from a strong protagonist arc. Pros and cons of strong protagonist arcs vs. plot-driven stories. Panelists: Thomas Terraforte: Panel Moderator; author of scifi/fantasy novels. Member of the Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group (GLVWG). Michael Daigle: Newspaperman turned detective author. Famous for the Nagler series. GLVWG Member. Angel Ackerman: President of […]
Making Open Mic Magic: How We Host
Making Open Mic Magic: How We Host
A panel of experienced Open Mic hosts offer advice for potential event hosts, with Q&A session--followed by a sample Open Mic, where any willing participant from the audience can host with the help of the panel of hosts. Panel members: Magnus Mateo, Darrell Parry, and more.