Words are but the vague shadows of the volumes we mean. Little audible links, they are, chaining together great inaudible feelings and purposes.
~Theodore Dreiser, 1900
More Live Webinar dates will be posted as the year progresses. Check back and see what goodies are in store!
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Live Webinars for OYAN Students
Free for OYAN Customers
TO REGISTER: Log in to the OYAN Forum and go to the WEBINARS Board. The blue Registration Widgets are posted in each Webinar announcement.
Questions: info @ oneyearnovel.com (no spaces)
NEXT WEBINAR
September 2010 - Specific dates and times TBA
"Orientation" - A brief intro for new OYAN users. Both parents and students are welcome. Mr. Schwabauer will have a Q&A time at the end.
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PAST WEBINARS
(2009-2010 School Year)
September 22, Tuesday - 7:00 pm
& September 23, Wednesday - 1:00 pm
"Orientation" - A brief intro for new OYAN users. Both parents and students are welcome. Mr. Schwabauer will have a Q&A time at the end.
September 30, Wednesday - 1:00 pm
"Office Hours: Silver Screen 1" - In addition to taking student questions, Mr. Schwabauer will discuss characterization techniques, illustrated in well-known movies, and how you can use these same techniques in novels.
October 6, Tuesday - 7:00 pm
"Science Fiction and Fantasy" - Learn the basic characteristics of these two genres and how to apply OYAN principles to the creation of a science fiction or fantasy novel.
October 14, Wednesday - 1:00 pm
"Office Hours: Silver Screen 2" - In addition to taking student questions, Mr. Schwabauer will discuss Story Goals.
October 20, Tuesday - 7:00 pm
"Contest Winner Announced!" - We will discuss the outstanding attributes of the Student Novel Contest finalists and announce the winner!
October 28, Wednesday - 1:00 pm
"Office Hours: Silver Screen 3" - In addition to taking student questions, Mr. Schwabauer will discuss Suspense & Dread as they relate to writing.
Tuesday, November 10, 7:00 pm Central
"Historical Fiction" - Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we discuss Historical Fiction and briefly examine the stories of G.A. Henty.
Wednesday, November 18 - 1:00 pm CST
"Office Hours: Suffering in Stories" - Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we discuss suffering as the key to establishing a story's value. Clips from classic movies will be used to illustrate key points.
Dec. 2nd - 1:00 pm CST
"Office Hours: Theme" - Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we discuss Something to Learn (theme) in stories. Clips from classic movies will be used to illustrate key points.
Dec 15th - 7:00 pm CST
"Christmas Webinar: The Perfect Story" - Ever wondered what a perfect story looks like? We'll find out as we look at a classic that has everything going for it.
Plus, it's a great example of OYAN techniques at work!
January 12th - 7:00 pm CST
"Writing Fantasy" - Join Mr. & Mrs. S as we take a closer look at the fantasy genre. We'll explore the history of the genre before looking at the vital elements of every good fantasy story.
Tuesday Feb 2nd - 7:00 pm CST
"Short Stories - Part 1"
Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we look at the creation of short stories in the first installment of this two part series.
Tuesday, February 9 - 7:00 pm CST
"Short Stories - Part 2"
Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we look at the creation of short stories in the second installment of this two part series. Feel free to register even if you missed part 1.
Tuesday, March 2 - 7:00 pm CST
"Writing Dialogue"
Do your characters chat too much? Or are they the strong silent type? Either way, your reader is missing out. Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we discuss ways to make your dialogue sizzle.
Wednesday, March 24 - 1:00 pm CST
"Three Critiques / Q&A"
Join Mr. and Mrs. S. as we look at three student submissions in one webinar! Mr. S. will go through each student piece and briefly discuss its strengths and weaknesses, as well as offer suggestions for improvement. A Q&A period will follow.
Tuesday, March 30 - 7:00 pm CST
"Adventures in Mystery"
Ever wonder what makes mystery stories work? Follow the clues with Mr. and Mrs. S. as we explore the lost secrets of the genre. Add spice to your stories by using techniques developed by writers like Edgar Allen Poe, Dashiell Hammett, and Agatha Christie.
Tuesday, April 27 - 7:00 pm CDT
"Comic Books & Writing"
What can we learn about writing by looking at comic books? How are comics made? Written? Distributed? Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we look at comic book production and discuss their literary qualities. (Yes, they do have literary qualities.)
Wednesday, April 28 - 1:00 pm CDT
"Fable Weaver - Interview"
Carlie Gernhart, intrepid OYAN writer and recently published author, will join us at the secret underground OYAN studio for a live interview. If you're looking for inspiration or just a bit of prodding to remind you that you can succeed, don't miss this one.
Tuesday, May 11 - 7:00 pm CDT
"Publishing Basics"
Have questions about the publishing industry? Join Mr. & Mrs. S. as we talk about different types of publishing and what it takes to break into print. We will also discuss the pros and cons of several different paths to publication.
More Live Webinar dates will be posted as the year progresses. Check back and see what goodies are in store!
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