Take a Class from Leslie J. Hall
Benefits & Pitfalls of Joining Writing Groups
Fantasy, Futuristic, & Paranormal Romance Writers
Whether you just need encouragement or some detailed critiquing, a writers’ group can provide the support-net you need to succeed. Workshop will cover the basics of creating and organizing a writers’ group and different styles for both giving and receiving critique. Participants will learn how to create a safe environment for sharing the highs and lows of writing. This workshop is a great place to start networking for a group!
June 2- 13, 2025
2-week forum-style class via Groups.io
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show don’t tell
Aged to Perfection Romance Writers
Most writers have heard the advice, Show, Don’t Tell. But what does it really mean and how do we use it in our stories? In this workshop, we will review the meaning of Show, Don’t Tell and discuss how this tool helps us connect with readers in a deeper way. We’ll discuss what ‘tell’ looks like and how to change it to ‘show’ using grammar, voice, point of view, and description. We’ll look at Show, Don’t Tell in terms of character and character reactions. This workshop is for any writer in any genre who wants their stories to be tighter and more impactful to their readers.
Sept. 15 - 26, 2025
2-week forum-style class via Groups.io
Beginning Fiction: Crash Course
Improve the depth and flow of your storytelling in a class designed for new and developing creative writers. You will work step-by-step through a plan for a complete story including developing characters, mapping plot, writing dialogue, and creating exciting beginnings and resolutions. Bring pen and paper and be prepared to write; you will have lots of exercises and opportunities for feedback. Don't spend another day NOT writing--join us and bring your stories to life.
Wednesdays
May 7 to June 11, 2025
6:30 - 8:30pm PT
Virtual via Zoom
North Seattle College
Use Write-a-Novel-in-30-Days Fundamentals to Support Your Writing Journey
Fantasy, Futuristic, & Paranormal Romance Writers
Whether you want to write a novel, short story, or even nonfiction, writers can use the fundamentals of write-a-novel-in-30-days to set goals, make a plan, and practice writing fast first drafts. The principles of the 30-day novel can support any stretch goal, demonstrating that you can write more than you ever have before. And it can be done in any time period, not just November. This process is a lesson in writing without editing—learning to create messy first drafts. A great class for writers at any level with an idea or a work in progress.
Sept. 1 - 26 2025
4-week forum-style class via Groups.io
You Can Write Fiction!
Whether you are interested in short stories or novels, genre fiction or mainstream, you’ll learn the fundamentals needed to get jump-start your writing. Learn how to create characters, select point-of-view, write dialogue, structure a plot, and more! A cram course in fiction writing for the beginner. Start that story today!
Wednesdays
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6:30 - 8:00pm PT
Virtual via Zoom
Classes for Business
Climb out of the exhaustion pit: avoid burnout and learn to thirve! via iaap, April 8, 2025 Register on Eventbrite
“Leslie is always such an awesome and motivational speaker. I love any subject she presents and can't wait for her next webinar!”
WRITE NIGHT
A Gathering of Puget Sound Fiction & Nonfiction Writers
Write Night is a small weekly facilitated writer's support/critique class. Enjoy coaching, creative writing exercises, and a chance to share your writing with people who understand you. Get regular feedback and create a support system for your writing life. Write Night can become your built-in deadline and will help you write more, high-quality manuscripts.
Write Night IS ONLINE!
Weekly - Thursdays Nights
6:15-7:45pm pacific time
Online via Zoom
Email us to get on our mailing list to get notice to RSVP and recieve weekly logon details. writenightwa@gmail.com
Corporate training available
Business Writing Basics
Quote from recent attendee:
“It was the best three hours of training in which I’ve participated in a long time. You did a great job of covering a lot of material and giving us enough in the handout to be able to go back over what you taught us after the training session ended. It was time and money well spent.” Jamie
Climb Out of The Exhaustion Pit: Avoid Burnout and Learn to Thrive!
Connections Matter: Mentoring
Goal Setting for Personal and Professional Success
Improving Your Email Communications
No Magic Lamp Needed: How to Ask for What You Need for Professional Development
Setting And Sticking to Priorities for Professional and Personal Success
The Power of Words
Writing About Me (How to write resume summaries, performance self-reviews, and more)