Serious writers from around the country gather this week at Eckerd College' Writers in Paradise for eight days of parsing poetry, dissecting dialogue, scrutinizing screenplays, and fine-tooth combing fiction. Daytime workshops, led by noted writers in their genre, are so intense Eckerd offers college course credit to their undergraduate and PEL students who complete the conference.
Readers benefit, too. Each evening, following a wine and cheese reception beginning at 7:30, one or two authors read from their works, answer questions, and sign copies of their books. Readings begin at 8 p.m., and books are available for sale.
The readings and reception are held in Miller Auditorium at Eckerd College. Best of all, they are free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required, but if you need more information contact Christine Caya at 727-864-7994 or email her at cayacr@eckerd.edu.
Who will be reading this year? Check out the authors below:
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Richard Russo
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Les Standiford and Sterling Watson
Monday, January 17, 2011
Jane Hamilton and Peter Meinke
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Julianna Baggott and Ann Hood
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
No Readings
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Michael Koryta and John Dufresne
Friday, January 21, 2011
Laura Lippman and Tom Perrotta
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Dennis Lehane
Monday, January 17, 2011
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