Just as characters need a goal to drive their story forward, us writers need a plan to focus our creative efforts. From drafting and revision to publication and beyond, writing is complex and setting realistic targets can be complicated and highly personal. A good writing goal isnโt just S.M.A.R.T., itโs tailored to your specific process so youโre less likely to get overwhelmed or discouraged. From motivational tracking tools to long-term project planning, this Zoom workshop will cover strategies not only for getting through your current project, but also building your writing career book by book.
GSRW members FREE / non-members $25
10:30 โ 11:30AM (Pacific Time) / 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm (EST)

Unlock the Power of Action and Reaction (Understanding Scene and Sequel) Aug 3- Aug 14, 2026 2 Week Online Workshop Beginner writers all suffer the same challenges: passive characters, uneven pacing, meandering plot and the dreaded โHappy People in Happyland.โ Readers crave active protagonists, characters who chase their goals and drive the story forward with[…]
Save the Book: A Novel Approach to Writing Cinematically Presenter: Hillary DePiano October 10, 2026 2 pm EST 90 minutes $15 (Free for RWO General Members) Unlock your creativity and conquer writerโs block in this Zoom workshop on using scriptwriting tricks to take your novel to the next level! Draw on techniques used in theatre,[…]
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Hillary DePiano is a playwright, fiction and non-fiction writer who loves writing of all kinds except for writing bios like this.



