Teens And Writing Workshop
Did you ever want to ask the author, in person, questions about her book? Here’s your opportunity. Learn how Laurie Halse Anderson creates her NY Times bestsellers and develops her historical fiction. Plan to do writing and interact with this award winning Young Adult author!
Duy Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:23 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Laurie Halse Anderson! She’s incredible! Incredible
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? If you’re going to pursue something, do it with passion.
Overall Comments: I loved her life stories and tips. What a very helpful workshop. Exactly what I needed. I’m going to go home and write!
Additional Comments: Laurie, Laurie, Laurie. You have no idea how long of a pause I had before finally, I began to write this. You are such an amazing person. Pure inspiration leaks out from you. You radiate with a glowing spark. I don’t know what it is but there’s something about you that stands out. I don’t know if it’s your many stories, your friendly smile, or your personality. Maybe it’s everything. Please never, ever, ever stop writing. I would be very disheartened if you did. You should have your own TV show. You’re not only an intelligent writer but also an awesome speaker. You are funny, smart, and very straightforward. Perfect. I had trouble believing that you had dyslexia. Who would have guessed? Have a wonderful life. You deserve it.
Thuyvy Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:24 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I enjoyed the fact that Laurie Halse Anderson taught us numerous tips in a strong and humorous way. She kept us hooked and that caused us to learn even more because it was like we were hypnotized the entire time
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? I learned that you should never feel ashamed if you write more than ten drafts and that you should write an assignment the day it was assigned; you’d have more time to revise
Overall Comments: LAURIE HALSE ANDERSON? GENIUS! [:
Additional Comments: Thank you so much for writing books; you don’t know how much it has inspired my brother and me. GAH, I’m so speechless, I don’t know what to write. I just wanted to let you know that your existence is making such a large difference in the world. The fact that you were here at his workshop would probably be the start of many books being written in the future by those who were here to experience your w of thinking and such. I just can’t express how excited I was today. Please continue influencing others with your books that keep our eyes attached like glue.
Amanda Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:25 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I liked the presentation due to the information and humor. It was a much more relaxing atmostphere than I thought it was, phew
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? What I learned most form this workshop was the overall process of writing a book. This includes writing a terrible first draft, stripping it raw, and then mending it…
Sarah Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:26 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Learning about her life and seeing the behind the scenes stuff in what she goes through as a writer. Also, seeing her personality and what she does to write.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Always revise your work and allow yourself to write a bad first draft, let the characters develop, let your imagination flow.
Overall Comments: I liked seeing her in person and learning about her experiences. Great opportunity!
Cameron Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:27 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I just really loved how down to earth Laurie Halse Anderson was and how easy she was to talk to. She told me a lot how to be a great writer. I really enjoyed it!
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? That you don’t need to have a whole plan about your books-just see where it takes you!
Overall Comments: Very nice! =]
Paige Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:28 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Hearing an author talk about her experience with writing
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Nobody writes a good rough draft!
Overall Comments: It was BRILLIANT!
Leanne Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:29 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? All of Anderson’s fantastic writing tips and of course her reading of her new novel.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Nobody ever writes a good first draft.
Overall Comments: Awesome workshop!
Emily Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:29 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Read some of her drafts
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? The first draft is supposed to be bad.
Overall Comments: Thank you. I was inspired and comforted
Conner Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:29 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? How she wasn’t that smart but still became a writer.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? First drafts suck.
Overall Comments: A little long
Isamara Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:30 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Laurie Halse Anderson was really funny. Not just standing there and talking but had a visual.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Check your spelling, our first rough draft is never perfect. You can write anywhere and always ask yourself if your writing makes sense or how can you make it better.
Overall Comments: Excited to read Laurie Halse Anderson’s books.
JoAnn Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:30 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Seeing how real Ms. Anderson is and having the opportunity to see how her writing process works. Great information!
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Editing and revising is the most important part of writing.
Overall Comments: Fantastic experience!
Karen Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:31 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? She’s so personable- Her enthusiasm – respect for teens. “Secret author tips” should be shown with kids.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Reminded me how much work it is to write.
Aerin Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:31 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? The question and answer part and all the advice.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Nobody writes a good first draft, but you have to keep writing to make it better.
Arti Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:32 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Author’s secret writing tips, books about how to write.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Revision process, business part of writing
Overall Comments: Workshop was informative and inspiring.
Kiran Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:32 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Presentation on Laurie Anderson’s life and tips for writing.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Revision is extremely important and that nobody writes a good first draft.
Overall Comments: I really enjoyed the workshop and the various tips that were given
Aranvir Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:33 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? Her presentation
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Secret author tips.
Overall Comments: Great speech. Learned a lot. Great resources. Great presentation
Masha Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:33 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? The author was real and spoke her mind, not what she thought the audience wanted to hear.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? There is no good first draft.
Overall Comments: It was inspirational and fun. It gave me a different outlook in writing I never had before.
Kendra Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:34 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I like how she gives advice about how to get through writer’s block and not to get discouraged.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? Nobody writes a good first draft.
Overall Comments: I think it could be a bit better if we could actually try out some techniques.
Rhiannon Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:34 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I got a lot of advice from someone who has a lot of experience with writing and she shared all of her experiences too. I learned a lot. It’s not as easy as it may seem but if you work at it and have a job on the side it can be possible. I like her sense of humor. [=
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? It can take years to write one book and you can get hundreds of rejection letters. You don’t have to make long books, short ones can be better (happy to hear that.) Teens can write books and actually get them published, sweet!
Overall Comments: I like that there’s such a variety of books that she’s written. I think it’s cool that she can write about completely different people and situations that that take place in different time periods. She’s enthusiastic too, which made it more interesting. The book she’s working on is brilliant, the best thing she’s ever written
Claudia Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:35 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? What I liked is how she was very open and giving tips on becoming a good author.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? What I learned was that no one can write a good draft.
Nicole Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:35 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I loved how bold she was. She is really not afraid to say what is on her mind.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? My first draft is not good at all.
Overall Comments: She is a wonderful author and I am so glad that I was able to come.
Erica Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:36 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I love writing and Laurie was a great influence on me to keep writing and doing what I love.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? I built on the knowledge I already knew.
Overall Comments: You should get more authors to speak here its fun.
Renee Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:36 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I enjoyed the visual part of the workshop.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? I learned about a lot of advice for writing in a successful author’s perspective, which I’ve never been given before.
Daurine Said,
May 13, 2008 @ 2:37 pm
What did you like best about the workshop? I liked learning more about the books and where she got inspired.
What is something you learned about writing from today’s workshop? I learned that no one writes a good first draft.