SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONS

JEAN TENNANT'S WRITERS' SEMINAR & WORKSHOP

Jean Tennant's Writers' Seminar & Workshop is for anyone interested in writing books of fiction or nonfiction, magazine articles, short stories, children’s books, poetry, scripts, religious essays, personal experiences and other works.

The topics to be presented include "Selecting a Great Manuscript Idea," "Sharpening Your Writing Skills," "The Markets," "Income Potential," "Locating the Right Publisher," "Literary Agents," "Writing a Query Letter," "Negotiating an Author’s Contract," and "Copyrighting Your Material."

The one-day event lasts from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with an hour break at noon. (The same workshop is also available as an evening class, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., with a short break at the halfway mark.)

Seminar presenter Jean Tennant has published seven novels, as well as more than 200 short stories and newspaper articles. Her novels have been reprinted in several languages, and her short stories and articles have appeared in numerous internationally published periodicals. She has presented seminars and workshops throughout the Midwest for the past several years, and has been interviewed on television and radio.

Participants of the Writers' Seminar & Workshop will receive a great deal of useful information, as well as individualized guidance aimed at helping them realize their goal of publication. Pre-paid participants of the workshop are invited to send up to 10 pages of text to Jean Tennant, either through mail (PO Box 476, Everly, Iowa, 51338) or e-mail (Jean@MidwestWriter.com) to be critiqued and returned on the day of the event. 

Jean Tennant offers a truly hands-on experience, sharing her love of the writing process with those who aspire to see their own work published.

HOW TO WRITE A CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK

Jean Tennant's How to Write a Children's Picture Book seminar & workshop is for anyone interested in writing and/or illustrating a children's picture book for possible publication. The information is practical, and by day's end participants will know exactly what to do to write, illustrate and market a children's picture book.

The one-day event lasts from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a one-hour break at noon. (An evening workshop, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. is also available) Topics to be presented include "Definition of a Children's Picture Book," "Developing an Idea," "Writing for Children," "Illustrations for Your Book," "Copyrighting Your Material," "Finding Potential Publishers," and Income Potential."

Seminar presenter Jean Tennant has published several novels and children's picture books, as well as more than 200 short stories and newspaper articles. Her novels have been reprinted in several languages, and her short stories and articles have appeared in numerous internationally published periodicals. 

Participants of the How to Write a Children's Picture Book seminar & workshop will receive a great deal of useful information, as well as individualized guidance aimed at helping them realize their goal of publication.

Pre-paid participants of the workshop are invited to send up to 10 pages of text to Jean Tennant, either through mail (PO Box 476, Everly, Iowa, 51338) or e-mail (Jean@MidwestWriter.com) to be critiqued and returned on the day of the event.

Jean Tennant offers a truly hands-on experience, sharing her love of the writing process with those who aspire to see their own work published.

WRITING YOUR

LIFE STORY

Jean Tennant's Writing Your Life Story seminar & workshop is a practical guide to the challenges and thrills of writing true experiences, whether as shorter pieces for magazines, or as full-length memoir.  

Topics to be presented include “The Popular Nonfiction Market,” “Deciding What to Include and What to Leave Out,” “Writing with Emotion,” “Steering Clear of Common Pitfalls,” “Where to Submit Your Work,” and much more.

 The seminar runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one-hour break at noon. (An evening workshop, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. is also available)

 Author Jean Tennant has published several novels, as well as more than 200 short stories and newspaper articles. Her novels have been reprinted in several languages, and her short stories and articles have appeared in numerous internationally published periodicals. She has presented seminars and workshops throughout the Midwest for the past several years, and has been interviewed on television and radio. Her most recent work is the popular anthology, “Knee High by the Fourth of July: More Stories About Growing Up in and Around Small Towns in the Midwest,” which features stories by authors from Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Illinois and more.

Participants of the Writing Your Life Story seminar will receive a great deal of useful information, as well as individualized guidance aimed at helping them realize their goal of publication. Pre-paid participants are invited to send up to 10 pages of text to Jean Tennant, either through mail (PO Box 476, Everly, Iowa, 51338) or e-mail (Jean@MidwestWriter.com) to be critiqued and returned on the day of the event. 

Jean Tennant offers a truly hands-on experience, sharing her love of the writing process with those who aspire to see their own work published.

MOVIEMAKER AND YOU: Turn Your Photos into a DVD Slideshow—It’s Easier Than You Think!

Instructor Jean Tennant brings her years of business experience to guide you step-by-step in turning your digital and film photographs into a DVD slideshow that includes transitions, music—all the bells and whistles. Participants are to bring their laptops for an even more comprehensive two hours of instruction.

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 For several years Jean Tennant ran her own DVD-making company, Remember When Keepsake Videos. During that time she created hundreds of DVD and VHS videos for graduations, weddings, anniversaries and other occasions.

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 HOW TO WRITE A CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK

If you've ever dreamed writing for children, this is the workshop for you! Course instructor and author Jean Tennant will answer all your questions about writing and getting published. A few of the topics to be covered are: "Sharpening Your Writing Skills," "Writing for Children," and "Illustrations for Your Book." Participants will have ample time to ask questions, and will receive numerous informative handouts to take home with them.

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 WRITING YOUR LIFE STORY is a program presented by author Jean Tennant, tailored specifically for writers who wish to create their memoir or life history for possible publication. By day’s end, participants will know exactly how to write and market their story. Jean Tennant has published several novels and more than 200 short stories and articles. Pre-paid participants may send up to 10 pages of text for critiquing to be returned on the day of the seminar. Email your text to: Jean@MidwestWriter.com.