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5 Tips for the Beginning Indie Writer

by Victoria, Marketing and Communications

 

What’s the deal with indie publishing? What is it and why are so many writers skipping the traditional publishing route? Writers who’ve published traditionally for years have made the switch to “indie” (aka independent or self-p...

Access Magazines Anywhere on RBdigital

RBdigital is a fun and easy to use magazine resource with a diverse selection of magazines for any age user. RBdigital can be accessed from the Downloads & Streaming page on the library’s website. Here are some features of interest on RBdigital:

The app - RBdigital has an ...

Events

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LitFest Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/29 - 8/10
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

The Metro Library's annual LitFest is coming up at the Downtown Library. Get a jump start on your writing with one or all of these take-home kits, which give you some ideas about what to write about.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Writing Party: A Young Storytellers Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

In conjunction with our Young Storytellers publishing workshop, the Edmond Library presents our summer Writing Party series.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

OK Youth Writer's Writing Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

critique partner Speed Networking @ LitFest

9:15am - 10:45am
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Description:

Are you a writer looking for a critique partner and you just don't know where to start? Well, start here!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

LitFest

10:00am - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 155
Event Description:

Join us for the 7th Annual LitFest - our free writer's conference!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Getting Published

You've written the next great book, but how do you get it published? Use our resources to navigate the publishing world.

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Grammar for Writers

Grammar skills are essential to be successful as a writer. Use our resources to gain an edge.

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