# Event Details - **Event Name**: How to Write Your First Book - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: You've got an idea. You've made notes, daydreamed, and maybe even started a draft or two. But somehow, that book's still stuck in your head.About this EventLet's get it out.Join this beginner-friendly class and learn:How to go from ALL THE IDEAS and a pile of notes to a clear outline for a fiction or nonfiction book.How to create a "book compass" that will keep you on track as you write, and set you up for post-publication success.An easy, step-by-step process for writing that takes intimidation out of the mix.How to decide whether self-publishing or traditional publishing is right for you, and what steps to take for either path.By the end of this highly-interactive workshop, you'll have a clear list of steps for finishing your book and you'll have completed your own book compass.About the teacher:Rachel Allen is an Appalachian writer, journalist, and memoirist. Raised in the mountains outside of Asheville, NC, she cut her teeth in professional writing via investigative journalism, then fell backwards into a marketing career that took her all over the world and resulted in her writing for some of the biggest (and smallest) names in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. During this time she's also ghostwritten, edited, or written over 20 books, including several that made bestseller lists and airport bookshelves. She now writes essays, investigative podcasts, and nonfiction, including her upcoming memoir, Batshit.For details about our refund and class cancellation policy, visit . - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/how-to-write-your-first-book/100001986983096931 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chattanooga - **state**: TN - **country**: United States - **location**: The Chattery - **lat**: 35.0321934 - **long**: -85.30325760000001 - **full address**: The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Avenue, Chattanooga, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: How to Write Your First Book - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b0d14d97a348a5a7a2eeb7f2a0d95a7df90c1939b0b3140a067d001ac255b4ba-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775661562 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is How to Write Your First Book being held? - **A:** How to Write Your First Book takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm at The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Avenue, Chattanooga, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for How to Write Your First Book? - **A:** Tickets for How to Write Your First Book are priced at USD 39 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityHow to Write Your First BookUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing How to Write Your First Book? - **A:** How to Write Your First Book is organized by The Chattery. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Chattery's events? - **A:** Attendees have given The Chattery a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. The Chattery has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** How to Write Your First Book is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chattanooga, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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