One of Jeannie’s most popular workshops, Running on Empty will cultivate a positive mindset and get attendees ready to write. 

Part inspirational talk and part down-and-dirty methods, this class will inspire participants to find the best method to get off the hamster wheel and reduce time-related stress. Using examples from popular methodologies, Jeannie helps participants learn how to establish a routine, understand the difference between a true plan and a to-do list,

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This customizable workshop will focus on preparing writers for National Novel Writing Month. Using the NaNo website, planning and organizational tools, and a buddy approach, novices and experienced writers will be ready to attack the annual November challenge and have a 50,000 word draft done in 30 days.

Jeannie has completed NaNoWriMo seven times as of 2022. She is all set for 2023. Her bestselling, award-winning novel Then Came You came out of her very first NaNoWriMo.

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Have you ever wondered how to create characters your readers love and can’t get enough of? Discover why characters that reflect real people—be they seasoned, plus-sized, or the guy or girl next door—are key to building strong reader connection. Explore traits that make a character genuine, relatable, and unforgettable; using tried and true archetypes, coupled with tools meant  to develop your strengths as an author, you can expand your audience, and ensure that your books end up as reader favorites.

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