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Don’t just write books: Visualize adaptations for your works!
Expand your vision of creativity. Share my journey, spanning from essays, books and screenplays. Lora Hyler served as lead author for a book published by a literacy organization. The book was placed in the hands of 10,000 schoolchildren, and led to several appearances. She worked with a filmmaker to raise funds and create a…
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Jill A. Gilson
Jill Gilson grew up in a small, rural part of Northeastern Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, earning a degree in English and secondary education. As a recently retired high school English teacher, Jill has enjoyed being in the classroom for over 35 years. Dad’s Journey is her first publication and is working…
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Literary Reading: Science Fiction and Fantasy
Calling all architects of imagination! UntitledTown 2026 invites science fiction and fantasy authors to step out of the void and onto our stage. Whether you write pulse-pounding space operas, intricate high fantasy, or speculative stories that challenge our reality, we want to feature your voice. Join us for an immersive showcase of worlds beyond…
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Literary Reading: Self-taught writers
You wrote it, you lived it, and now it’s time to share it! UntitledTown 2026 is hosting a special literary reading celebrating the voices of self-taught authors. If you didn’t go the traditional MFA route and learned your craft in the trenches of the real world, this stage is for you. We are looking…
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Workshop: Parents and kiddos co-create
Ever dreamed of writing a story with your favorite little person? Welcome to “Kids and Parents Co-Create,” a workshop designed to turn your living room brainstorming sessions into a true team sport. This isn’t just about homework; it’s about building a shared world together. We’ll play “What If” games, build character profiles from scratch,…
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Workshop: Nonfiction/memoir — where do I start?
Have you ever felt like your own life story is just waiting to be told, but the blank page feels more like a brick wall? Join us for “Nonfiction and Memoir—Where Do I Start?” We’re cutting through the intimidation factor. You might be wondering: “Do I need to be famous to write a memoir?”…
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Workshop: World-building in Fantasy and/or Sci Fi
Ready to construct galaxies and weave magic systems that feel undeniably real? In “World Building in Sci-Fi and Fantasy,” we move beyond the map-making to focus on the heart of immersive storytelling. You might be wondering: “How do I avoid the ‘info-dump’ trap?” or “Do I need to be a history professor to make…
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Workshop: How to Become a Performance/Spoken Word Poet
Ready to turn your written verses into electric stage moments? In “How to Become a Performance/Spoken Word Poet,” we’re pulling back the curtain on the art of owning the room. Whether you’re worried about shaky hands, wondering if you need to be a theatrical performer to be taken seriously, or asking, “Do I really…
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Workshop: Writing and Faith
Writing about faith is a powerful way to connect, but let’s be real—it can also be a little nerve-wracking! In this workshop, we’ll ditch the pressure of being a “perfect” ambassador and focus on telling authentic, compelling stories. Are you worried about being too “preachy” or not “religious enough”? Do you wonder if there’s…
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Workshop: Retirees Who’ve Always Wanted to Write
Finally decided it’s time to pen that masterpiece? Whether you’ve spent decades dreaming of a novel or just want to capture those family stories before they fade, this session is for you. We’re tackling the “tech terror”—yes, you can write without a PhD in computer science—and answering those nagging fears: Is it “too late”…