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Elements of Writing:

“Making a Good Story Great!” -- shows writers how to heighten the necessary basics of a story to make the characters, style, and focus of their work shine and sell!

"Self-Editing Without Self-Destructing" -- a proven checklist of items to look for in any mss that have helped my clients become published.

"Synopsis Secrets" -- tips for beefing up the synopsis without losing the marrow of a manuscript. Writers crave insight into writing a saleable synopsis. My clients have sold books on the synopses I've helped them revise.

"Writing for the Juvenile Market" -- an insider's look from someone who's had success in that area, with five books sold to major juvenile publishers, including the only authorized biography of John Grisham.

"What the Heck is POV?" -- an easy to comprehend overview along with interactive exercises to help invigorate the emotional camera of the characters.

"Curing Purple Prose" -- how to recognize when too much fluff makes a manuscript rough and unmarketable and tips on exorcising bloated passages.

“Staying out of the Dungeon” -- even when writers start progressing in their careers it’s hard to stay focused on what really matters and to justify the time required to keep their writing a top priority.

“Non-fiction Book Proposals” -- detailed how-to workshop for putting together a book proposal that will warrant a second look from editors and agents.

“Ask the Book Doctor” -- fun and informative interaction where I share some of the most common areas writers need to work on to sell their work--from narrowing a slant to broadening their perspective of networking.

What People Are Saying About Robyn's Workshops!

"I've seen the difference Robyn can make. Her knowledge and insights are amazing." --Thomas B. Sawyer, head screenwrirter for Murder She Wrote and other television programs, author of The Sixteenth Man


"Robyn Weaver is one of those rare talents who instinctively knows how to improve a sentence, paragraph or chapter. She also knows the contemporary marketplace--who's buying what, what options authors have, and what trends are affecting the publishing industry. I have no hesitation in recommending Robyn as a workshop presenter. She's always willing to share her insights with others. Take advantage of it. You won't regret it." -- Ray Newton, Director of Reader's Digest Writing Workshops, author of numerous articles and retired instructor from Northern Arizona University


Spiritual Workshops:

"Spiritual Journaling: Why 'Selfish' Is NOT A Four Letter Word" -- learn how writing tips can help you choose goals that are good for you AND the people who demand much from you.

"Don't Stress Out, Write it Out!" -- As therapists know, writing works for reducing stress and organizing thoughts. Robyn shows you how to make it a practical part of your day.

"The Write Way to God" -- Whether teens or seniors, those attending this workshop will learn a closer relationship to God is only a pad and pen away.

What People Are Saying About Robyn's Spiritual Workshops!

"Bring this woman back! Dynamic speaker. Exceptional! Practical...thanks for 'Spiritual Journaling.' Very helpful." -- comments on evaluation forms following a recent spiritual wellness workshop in Tucson, Arizona

"Robyn's challenging invitation to look at ourselves and our priorities made for a great spring women's health workshop here at our women's center. The blending of her own insights and personal experiences with responses from participants created a comfortable, non-threatening learning experience. The theoretical was effectively meshed with the practical, and humor was in abundance. All in all, a very inspiring morning!" -- Sarah Mulkey, Administrative Director, Women's Health Vera West Women's Center Hendrick Medical Center, Abilene, Texas