From the Orcas Isaland Writers Festival

The Orcas Island Writers Festival will host a one-day writer’s retreat workshop with Deb Lund: “Fiction Fire! for Teens and Adults on Saturday, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Island Public Library, Conference Room.

Whether you write (or want to write) adult, middle grade, or young adult fiction (or most genres, for that matter), these hands-on activities will provide the kindling you need to ignite new stories. Create characters with unique voices, sizzling settings, and plots that keep readers blazing through your pages. Deb Lund is the author of several picture books, including her celebrated “Dino” series and her latest book, Monsters on Machines.

Tickets: $65Registration is available online at www.deblund.eventbrite.com.

For more information, visit www.orcasislandwritersfestival.com or call Festival Director Barbara Lewis at 360-317-4383.

Tickets: $65

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