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Frequently Asked Questions about Writing Your Voice Alive
I write all the time. Why should I be concerned about voice? Voice in writing is what makes it alive. It's what makes it yours, and no one else's. It's a necessary component in writing, and it's not just for New York Times best-selling authors. I write all business stuff. How can voice be important there? Just because it's business writing, doesn't mean that there is no voice. You need to know what an appropriate voice for business writing would be. There still may be call for your personality to show through (think marketing materials and proposals). Who should take Writing Your Voice Alive? Anyone who is interested in learning about voice and developing voice should take Writing Your Voice Alive. A writer doesn't just have one voice. He has many, depending upon the purpose for a particular piece. If he doesn't, then he's missing out on another tool to help clarify and get his message across appropriately. How do I know Writing Your Voice Alive is for me? If developing your voice or finding out how to bring voice into your writing is important to you, then Writing Your Voice Alive is for you. How does Writing Your Voice Alive work? You'll meet with your trainer and classmates once a week for six weeks via telebridge technology. (See the glossary to the right for a more in-depth explanation of the technology behind the Writing Your Voice Alive program.) You'll read and evaluate how writers establish voice in their writing. You'll write to explore voice in writing and establish your own. You'll interact with your classmates and trainer to more rapidly move forward in your growth as a voice-full writer. Each week you'll have reading assignments and writing exercises. Your trainer will provide ongoing feedback and support on your writing exercises you turn in. How much time should I plan to spend on homework? You'll spend two to three hours a week outside of the class session completing the reading assignments and writing exercises. What kind of writing will we be doing? Much of the writing is creative, meaning from you. While you may have some exercises that focus on business, this isn't a place where you'll write business plans, company reports and memos, or marketing letters. The purpose of Writing Your Voice Alive is to discover your writing voice, what makes your writing yours and no one else's. You don't have to think up writing on the fly, though. Most of the writing exercises are guided, and in some cases you'll be provided with writing prompts. Will my writing assignments be shared in class? Yes. You'll be asked to share some of your writing exercises in class so that others can hear your voice. At the same time, you'll hear others' voices in their writing. As a group with your trainer, you will discuss voice and how to bring it alive. My grammar and writing skills aren’t the best. Will this course be too hard for me? We're not going to be looking at your writing as far as grammar and style. We're interested in helping you establish voice. However, if you're wanting to improve your grammar and writing skills, please take a look at our Writing Essentials Program. Do you offer Writing Your Voice Alive as a self-study course? No. People typically spend hundreds of dollars on self-study courses, books, and eBooks and usually never read them. If they do read them, they don't apply the knowledge. The beauty of the Writing Your Voice Alive program is that we hold you accountable to do the work we assign so that by the end of your time with us, you actually have something you can use immediately. Do I need to take notes, or are notes provided? You'll want to take notes on your own as the much what you'll learn comes from the discussion and interaction of the group as well as from your trainer's feedback. What if I miss a class? Are the classes recorded? The classes are not recorded, and we highly recommend that you don't miss a class. Each class builds on the other, and the value of the class lies in the interaction of the group. How much does the Writing Your Voice Alive program cost? The fee for Writing Your Voice Alive is $450. For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and checks. Do I need to purchase any books or reference materials? No. Your fee covers the cost of the Writing Your Voice Alive manual. Are there any other costs associated with Writing Your Voice Alive? Only any long distance charges you may incur calling into the telebridge line. (See the glossary to the right for a more in-depth explanation of the technology behind the Writing Your Voice Alive program.) Will I receive a completion certificate when I’m done with the course? Students receive a completion certificate when they have attended all six of the sessions and actively participated. How often is Writing Your Voice Alive offered? We offer Writing Your Voice Alive at various times during the year and according to trainer availability. The next Writing Your Voice Alive program starts Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Each of the six sessions is 60 minutes, running from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern. Registration closes on February 25, 2009. See the program dates section at the top of this page for complete details. What are the requirements to apply? You must be a fluent speaker and writer of English. You must have access to a phone line during our weekly sessions, and call from a quiet place. What is your cancellation/refund policy? Cancellations received more than 72 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund. There are no refunds given for cancellations received fewer than 72 hours of the class start. I'm still not sure. Is there someone I can talk to? Absolutely. We're available by phone, email, and postal mail to answer your questions. Click here to contact us via the most convenient method for you. I am sure I want to make my writing voice come alive. What do I do now? First, you'll register. Once we process your registration, we'll be in touch to confirm details. Two weeks before the Writing Your Voice Alive session starts, we'll send your program materials. Then all you have to do is get ready to make your voice come alive!
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Program datesOctober 2008 Session Registration closed. March 2009 Session Class sessions run from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern. Registration closes on February 25, 2009. July 2009 Session Class sessions run from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. eastern. Registration closes on July 2, 2009. Glossary of termsVoice - Voice in writing is the author's personality that makes it his. All fiction has voice, and even some nonfiction has voice. Voice is truth, authenticity, personality, and passion. Telebridge - Calls via a telebridge use a technology that allows several people to call into one phone number and connect with each other at the same time. It's much like a traditional conference call. Participants can call in from any location and connect with their trainer and classmates. The only fee is whatever long distance charge you may incur. GoToMeeting - GoToMeeting allows anyone with an Internet connection to collaborate online. The trainer runs the classes via GoToMeeting, and all the participants can see what the trainer wants them to see. You may have also heard of this as a webinar, seminar on the Web. There is no additional fee, unless you have a dial-up Internet connection for which you have to pay for usage. To participate in a class that utilizes the GoToMeeting technology, you need the following computer requirements: PC
Mac
For more information about GoToMeeting, please visit their website. Writing Your Voice Alive at a glanceCourse length: six weeks
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