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5 Weeks Program

 

Week 1: From an Idea to a Book

Students will learn where authors find inspiration, how to select a meaningful topic, and how different types of books are created.

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Week 2: Characters, Setting, and Purpose

Students will explore how authors develop interesting characters, establish a setting, identify their audience, and determine the purpose of a story.

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Week 3: Planning the Story

Students will learn how to organize a beginning, middle, and ending; create a story outline;

get started on a short excerpt of their story.

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Week 4: Drafting and Revising

Students will finish writing their excerpt and learn how authors revise, edit, strengthen, and

improve their work.

 

Week 5: Understanding Publishing

Students will learn the basic steps involved in preparing a manuscript, designing a cover,

adding illustrations, publishing, and introducing a book to readers.

Students will share their story ideas and plans with the group.

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What Comes After?

Students who wish to continue developing their ideas into a published book can work with

Blue Bird Art Foundation, where our mentors will provide ongoing support and

guidance throughout every step of the process.​​

 

The program will meet for two hours each Saturday for five weeks, from

October 10 through November 7, 2026.

All learning materials are included.

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Registration Fee: $125, including all learning materials.

Current Blue Bird Art Menber receive a 20% discount. Registration fee waivers are available.

Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to request a fee waiver.

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