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Rough Draft

2026-02-08 15:00:00 2026-02-08 16:30:00 America/Chicago Rough Draft How do your choices as a writer shape readers’ experience of your fictional worlds and characters? In this workshop, we’ll explore tools that help you craft more intentional, engaging writing. Homewood Public Library - Room 102

Sunday, February 08
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-08 15:00:00 2026-02-08 16:30:00 America/Chicago Rough Draft How do your choices as a writer shape readers’ experience of your fictional worlds and characters? In this workshop, we’ll explore tools that help you craft more intentional, engaging writing. Homewood Public Library - Room 102

How do your choices as a writer shape readers’ experience of your fictional worlds and characters? In this workshop, we’ll explore tools that help you craft more intentional, engaging writing.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Lit | Adult Events |

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