We&rsquo\;ll look at what belongs in a pit ch\, what absolutely doesn&rsquo\;t\, and how to avoid the rambling explan ations that lose attention. The result is a concise approach that highligh ts the hook\, the stakes\, and why your book&mdash\;and its author&mdash\; deserves a closer look.
\nCasey Cowen has worked in the journalism and literary fields for near ly thirty years as a graphic designer\, reporter\, and publisher. In 2013\ , he co-founded Oghma Communications\, which\, through its subsidiary\, Ro an &\; Weatherford Publishing Associates\, has become an award-winning mid-sized independent publisher of genre fiction and nonfiction. The follo wing year\, in partnership with late Western writing legend Dusty Richards \, he also co-founded \;Saddlebag Dispatches\, \;an award-winning magazine featuring original fiction\, poetry\, history\, interviews\, and articles dedicated to the American West. When he&rsquo\;s not working\, Ca sey enjoys reading\, writing\, travel\, music\, catching up with his six a dult children\, indulging his five young grandchildren\, and sharing his c razy life with his always-supportive wife\, Amy.
\nThis work shop is part of our Publishing Pathw ays series \;for adults interested in writing and publish ing their work\, including poetry\, fiction\, non-fiction\, and journalist ic writing of all lengths and styles. Join us to sharpen your skills\, con nect with fellow writers\, and take the next step toward publication! \;
\nFor disability accommodations\, call 479.856.7250 or email \;questions@faylib.org&n bsp\;2-3 weekdays before a program. Plan your visit by viewing our building map&n bsp\;and details on accessibility services.
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