Carmella Manns 10/20/26 Carmella Manns 10/20/26

A Revision Practice in Three

Time is more than a measure of passing moments. As a storytelling tool, it can drive momentum, highlight pivotal plot points, and illuminate the effects of transformative events. If you missed our workshop at the Atlanta Book Festival, we explored how writers can use time to shape mood, control pacing, and heighten tension to create richer, more immersive experiences for readers.

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An Exercise in Descriptive Writing

This exercise will build your ability to observe and describe nonverbal communication so you can use those details in your writing.

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It’s About Time.

I get it. Your time is already spent before the day begins.

It is difficult to incorporate a new writing practice into your routine when you are time deficient. However, there is a way to decrease the pressure you feel to figure out your schedule and feel accomplished quickly.

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How to Write Strong Character Descriptions

Let's realize the ultimate goal is to have our readers connect with and recognize the characters and their voices as they progress through the story.

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2025 and other years in review.

Thank you for being part of our community! We look forward to additional partnerships, workshops, and unimagined events to support more Black women writers in 2026!

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A Writer’s Secret Weapon: Free. Productive. Underrated.

Feeling welcomed and encouraged to check out as many books as I could carry, with the knowledge that I can check out more as soon as they get returned, helped me become an avid reader.