Rocky Mountain Chapter (Colorado and Wyoming)

In this series of webinars, industry professionals Naomi Kinsman, Chrystal D. Giles, Anika Aldamuy Denise, and Elizabeth Law explore Creative Approaches to Storytelling, Compelling Characters, Using Filmmaking Techniques to Enhance Drafting and Pacing, and Revision. Join us for the entire series or register for events individually.

In this engaging session, participants will tap into their creativity, explore innovative doorways into creative process, and learn powerful techniques to overcome creative blocks. Gain access to a toolkit of strategies that will enable you to tap into flow, even on the toughest days. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your storytelling horizons and unleash the full potential of your imagination. January 18, 2024 (7:00-8:30pm)

This interactive webinar is designed to get writers thinking about the importance of characterization in the books they read and how to write their own compelling characters. Chrystal will help readers analyze the characters from some of her favorite stories, guide them through exercises on how to go beyond the basic character profile, and provide tips on how to arrive at an authentic voice for their own characters. February 29, 2024 (7:00-8:30pm)

From research, to scripting, to scene selection, thinking like a documentary filmmaker can be a powerful creative tool. Award-winning picture book author Anika Aldamuy Denise offers a new lens to frame and focus your writing. April 18, 2024 (7:00-8:30pm)

While everyone approaches revision a little differently, you can learn a lot from hearing how writers --from picture book to nonfiction to YA-- have attacked specific challenges. Elizabeth will be including examples from books she's worked on and quoting from interviews she's done with writers on their process. Included in the talk will be a few tips for getting unstuck as well. June 6, 2024 (7:00-8:30pm)

The Rocky Mountain Chapter includes both Colorado and Wyoming. We have about 640 members, with just over 450 of those designating themselves as writers and over 145 as illustrators or writer-illustrators. Of the total, about 400 are Associate members, just over 100 are Full and nearly 130 are PAL (Published and Listed) members. We have nearly 200 Illustrator members. Many of our members are award-winners, both locally and nationally, as well as best-selling authors.

Co-Regional Advisor: Susan Wroble Co-Regional Advisor: Stan Yan Assistant Regional Advisor: Amy Ellerman Regional Illustrator Coordinator: Hilary Hickman