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Writers' Corner

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BiblioBoard Library

Discover new authors by exploring self-published eBooks. The best submitted books, as determined by Library Journal, appear in Library Journal Select Collections. Create a BiblioBoard account to browse and instantly read eBooks.
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Indie Author Project

The Indie Author Project (IAP) is a publishing community that includes public libraries, authors, curators, and readers working together to connect library patrons with great indie-published books. IAP includes annual contests and a year-round discovery program designed to help indie authors reach more readers through the library, both locally and potentially all across the U.S. and Canada.
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Pressbooks

Pressbooks is an easy-to-use online software that allows authors to create professional quality eBooks and print-ready files in ePUB, MOBI and PDF formats. Free for library customers – sign in with your BiblioBoard account.
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Writing & Publishing Events

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Writer's Block

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Struggling with a story? Can’t seem to get it write? Join us for a writer’s night at the library. This program will go over writing basics, themes, techniques, and how to unlock that writer’s block!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Writer's Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Learn the basics of creative writing including story structure, characterization, setting, tone and more! If you are a budding writer this introductory class is for you! Registration required.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Spinners Writing Club

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:

Are you writing a book?  Or have you always wanted to write but don't know how to start?  Join fellow authors for creative thinking and discussions of the writing process.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Creative Writing Write-In!

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Conference Room 2B (Sienna)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Description:

Come and go as you please to a quiet space to write with other writers! Crank out your daily 3,367 words, play catch up, or get ahead on your creative projects!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Note Taking Tips for Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Conference Classroom (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Lectures, Workshop
Description:

Come learn note taking skills to be a successful student at the Cinco Ranch Library! This program will go over strategies such as Cornell Notes and Mindmapping, apps for easy notetaking, and tips for studying and textbook reading. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Writer's Boost

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Young Adult, Adult
George Memorial Library
Registration
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

It's time to write! On November 7 & 14, join fellow authors for quiet writing time, word sprints, and plenty of encouragement make progress on your writing project. Prompts, story "unstuckers", and writing worksheets will be available.