jude polotan

the writing craft

"I wasn't sure what to expect.

One doesn’t know what one doesn’t know. The discoveries I made while taking craft lessons with Jude, however, provided me with the necessary framework to be a better writer. Each “aha” moment I have arrived at has been through Jude's careful application of expert knowledge, seasoned methodology, and the warm and sensitive guidance a fledgling writer needs.

There is no question that I have spent time learning from an expert, have received new direction on my writing projects--and made a new friend and supporter. It doesn’t get any better."

- Jim Kelly

Fiction Writing Craft Workshop

When:   10-Week Session
              Tuesdays
September 20 - November 22, 2011
          6:30PM - 9:30PM

Where: Cafe Palm
              1341 Main Street
              Downtown Sarasota, FL

Who:     Beginning and Intermediate Writers
              (Space for 8-10 committed participants)

What:
Whether you’ve always wanted to write fiction but haven’t known where to begin, or if you’re looking to share your work with objective readers and take it to the next level, this workshop will provide the craft instruction and nurturing environment necessary to help you achieve your personal writing goals.

Workshop sessions will be comprised of craft discussions, critiquing of participant manuscripts and/or in-class writing exercises.

Participants are expected to commit themselves to the workshop, attending each session and having completed any required reading and critiquing. Each participant will have the opportunity to submit their fiction for workshopping 2-3 times over the course of the class.

Fee:          $300

jFor more information and to register, e-mail Jude at:

judenyc [at] hotmail [dot] com

Fiction Writing One-Day Intensive

When: TBD

Check back soon for more details.

"All good writing is swimming under water and holding your breath."

- William Faulkner

"It took me a couple of days to digest all Jude told me about my story, and though I've been in plenty of workshops before, I think this was the best critique I have ever had. What I loved was that she looked at it from both a global perspective and the little details also. I have had one or the other, but never both. I have already started a rewrite and I feel so much clearer and sure of what I want the story to be. Jude has taught me more in an hour than I have ever been taught before."

--Allison Gehlhaus

"Jude reviewed the first part of my memoir, then offered her insightful and crucial comments that re-invigorated my approach to the project. She used her years of writing experience to provide critical guidance and motivation to a neophyte author striving to hone the craft of writing."

-- Michael Seto

“Jude has a fascinating way of suggesting changes in my manuscript that makes my work deliver more emotion and substance. She asks questions about how a particular section of the piece fits in with the overall plot, how a section advances the story or not. She keeps me on track. In addition to giving superior advice on writing, Jude has a great sense of humor and is a total pleasure to work with.”

- Randy Kinnard

“Jude is able to encourage by recognizing strengths, but she also identifies areas of improvement. As writers, one of our tasks is to constantly find ways to improve how we communicate our message in a way that is compelling for a reader. Jude's insights help move your writing forward and she communicates them in a way that motivates and supports the writer.”

- Luke Maguire Armstrong

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