The Courageous, Connecting Power of Words

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Description
In The House in the Cerulean Sea, Linus Baker’s courage was a testament to the transforming power of love and connection. When have you experienced courage—your own, or anyone else’s? What was its source? What connection did it create? Come explore these questions, and others, through writing methods that will spark imagination and reflection and provide a framework for telling inspiring stories. Ideal for those interested in expanding their writing—and their relationship to self, others, and the world—for personal expression or publication.

About the Presenter
This writing workshop will be provided by Maureen Griffin, an award-winning poetry and nonfiction writer, Maureen has also been a commentator on Public Radio Station WFAE 90.7. Her work has appeared in numerous publications, includingThe Texas Review, The Charlotte Observer, St.Anthony Messenger (Ohio), Potato Eyes (Maine), Kalliope (Florida), Chelsea (New York), Cincinnati Poetry Review, Catfish Stew (South Carolina), Catalyst (Georgia), and Calyx (Oregon). She is the author of Spinning Words into Gold, a Hands-On Guide to the Craft of Writing, a grief workbook entitled I Will Never Forget You, and two collections of poetry, This Scatter of Blossoms and When the Leaves Are in the Water and many others.

About Community Read
Community Read is Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s annual, community-wide book club—an invitation to connect through a shared story. Each year’s book selection inspires programs, community conversations, and events that explore timely and meaningful themes. This year’s title The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune explores themes of found family, belonging, and self-acceptance. Please join us at programs and events all month long and pick up your free copy at any Charlotte Mecklenburg Library location, while supplies last. Learn more at cmlibrary.org/community-read