Crime Doesn’t Pay . . . Enough!
The Dallas Mystery Writers
We are open to writers of all genres from mystery
to romance to speculative fiction and all points in
between. If you want to write, or write better, you
are welcome to attend any of our regular
workshops.
Membership in the national MWA is not necessary
to attend the Dallas group meetings because we’re
a separate group. There are plenty of benefits in
joining the MWA, but there's no membership
requirement to attend the Dallas meetings.
Zoom Access and Onsite prepayments are $50
per year.
Click the “Pay Membership Dues” button to submit
through PayPal. Members attend in-person
meetings for free, and get the Zoom link for
meetings they prefer to attend remotely.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
•
No door fee at meetings
•
Zoom link provided for every meeting
•
NEW! Free 30 minute one-on-one session with
one professional writer member (LaRee, Sandy,
Susan, or James) each year.
LOCATION:
The Dallas MWASW group meets the first Saturday
of each month (except January) at the Olive
Garden, 4240 Belt Line (at Midway), Addison, TX,
75001. Meeting time is 10:15 AM – Noon, followed
by lunch.
There is a $10 fee for non-members (cash only) for
the program and drinks-only attendees when we
meet in person (members get in automatically). No
reservations are necessary there’s always room for
another writer. All who attend are encouraged to
remain and break bread(sticks) with your fellow
writers.
Contact info: james@gaskin.com
Dallas Mystery Writer Events:
Saturday, October 2, 2023
10:15 AM - Meeting in Person
(And on Zoom! for members)
From Idea to Page:
Build Your Book’s Blueprint
Michelle Stimpson
Are you itching to start writing that novel or craft that mystery
masterpiece? Did you start writing but then stop because you
didn’t know what to write next? Or did you finish the book
only to find that it fell apart somewhere along the way?
In this hands-on workshop, multi-published author Michelle
Stimpson will guide you through the process of developing a
solid blueprint for your book, providing you with the essential
tools to structure your narrative, create compelling
characters, and map out your storyline with clarity and
purpose.
Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or just starting your
writing adventure, this workshop will help you take your ideas
and develop them into a blueprint for success. Even if you've
already started writing, it's never too late to step back and
use outlining to analyze and make corrections after the initial
draft. Join us on this journey of creativity and structure, and
let's turn your literary dreams into reality!
Michelle’s Bio (Short Version):
Michelle Stimpson's journey from journaling during a family
crisis to becoming a bestselling author is a story of resilience
and inspiration. With over fifty books to her name, including
beloved titles like "Boaz Brown" and the award-winning
"Mama B” series, Michelle's unique storytelling style
captivates readers worldwide. She's not only an
accomplished author but also a dedicated educator, holding a
master's degree in curriculum and instruction. Michelle is
passionate about helping others achieve their dreams. When
she's not writing or coaching, you might find her dancing with
her granddaughter or indulging in red velvet cake. Discover
more about Michelle's literary world at
www.MichelleStimpson.com.
Awards & Accolades
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Essence® Bestselling Author
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Emma Award Winner
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Best Feature Film - Capital City Black Film Festival
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2x Christian Literary Award Winner
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Romance Writers of America Vivian Award Finalist
Social Media:
Facebook: Facebook.com/MichelleStimpsonWrites
Instagram: @stimpson.michelle
TikTok:@MichelleStimpsonWrites
Whether you're writing fiction or non-fiction, universal principles regarding
what makes people
tick are always in motion. They reveal themselves in our thoughts, feelings,
actions and in our
interactions with others. In this lively, interactive, fifty-minute hour, retired
psychotherapist
John Vance will present an overview of the basic types of mental health
problems, and how they
show up in our everyday lives, as well as in the lives of the characters we create.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to:
Identify the three basic types of mental disorders
Understand the Universal Drama Triangle
Differentiate “Personality” from “Character”
List the causes of developmental arrest
List basic types of personality disorders
Understand the concept of “Everyday Crazy”
Understand the role of the “Higher Self” in everyday life