Magna Library Mini-Conference - FREE
Presented by the Magna Writing Group
April 25, 2026, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
The Fundamentals of Writing.
Every writer starts somewhere—and every great story begins with the basics. The Fundamentals of Writing invites storytellers of all ages and experience levels to reconnect with the core elements that bring words to life. From crafting compelling characters to building scenes that breathe, we’ll explore the timeless tools that shape every genre. Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or looking to sharpen your foundation, this conference offers inspiration, guidance, and a welcoming community to grow your voice.
Keynote speaker - Jodi L. Milner: author of the award-winning Shadow Barrier Trilogy and cohost of Squirrel! The Podcast for Distracted Writers.
Rediscovering the Joy of Writing
Presenter - Emily Robyn Clark: Emily Robyn Clark is an award-winning poet and filmmaker and the author of Morning Comes Roaring Down the Mountain (2025) and Art Triumphant (2017).
Through the Camera’s Eye: Visual Storytelling for Screenwriters (Intro Workshop)
Presenter - Johnny Worthen: is an award-winning, multiple-genre, hybrid, tie-dye-wearing author, voyager, and damn fine human being! Trained in literary criticism and cultural studies, he writes upmarket fiction, long and short, mentors others where he can, and teaches at the University of Utah.
Basic Story Structure
Magna Library Writing Group Presenters
Craig Kingsman
Plotting: The Secret Engine of Great Fiction
Alisha Golsan and Heather Goslan
World Building.
More Information to come.
Please register here:
https://slcls.libnet.info/event/15660911 (not mandatory)
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