May writing workshops at Schaumburg library

Posted April 29, 2018 1:00 am

Submitted by Schaumburg Township District Library

Novice and seasoned writers alike will learn how to incorporate the successful elements of Bollywood into their manuscripts during "Writing Tips from Bollywood Films" from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, May 3, in the Adult Classroom of the Schaumburg Library, 130 S. Roselle Road.

Author Sonali Dev will show film clips and demonstrate how to use the three pillars of Bollywood blockbusters - chemistry, conflict and drama - to ramp up the emotional quotient of a novel.

Another writing workshop, "Coping with your Inner Critic," will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, May 31.

Author Carmela Martino will help writers learn to transform their inner critic into an ally and writing assistant.

The workshops are free, but require registration. Sign up online at SchaumburgLibrary.org or call (847) 923-3347.

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