Powerhouse Literary Agent Donald Maass to Bring Secrets of Novel Writing to Washington, D.C.

One of Manhattans most experienced agents, Donald Maass, who sells more than one hundred novels a year to major publishers, will be in Washington, D.C. on September 24th and 25th to offer the keys to creating a novel acquisition editors cant resist.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2005 -- With only a few hundred first novelists published each year, competition among would-be novelists for available slots with reputable publishers is fierce. Editors working for large publishers no longer cultivate promising novelists with flawed manuscripts but instead rely on literary agents to discover and present top talent for them. One of Manhattans most experienced agents, Donald Maass, who sells more than one hundred novels a year to major publishers, will be in Washington, D.C. on September 24th and 25th to offer the keys to creating a novel acquisition editors cant resist.

The two-day workshop, "Writing the Breakout Novel," features Donald Maasss "agents-eye" view of such vital elements as character, plot and theme. He brings these concepts to life by involving seminar participants in exercises that enable writers to plumb the depths of their characters, deepen themes, strengthen point of view and voice, and more. "Writers love Maasss smart, funny style and his nuts-and-bolts approach," says Lorin Oberweger, whose company, Free Expressions, sponsors the Maass seminar and others nationwide.

Maasss seminar is also popular among experienced mid-list authors hoping to rise to bestseller ranks. As successful author Karen Leabo says, "Ive written and sold forty novels, but Don Maass helped crystallize concepts Ive heard over and over. I feel confident I can put the advice into practical use and reach that next level in my career."

The seminar cost is $239 (early registration) and includes beverage breaks, lunch, an evening reception on Saturday, and beverage breaks on Sunday. The Washington D.C. seminar will be held at the Holiday Inn on the Hill, 415 New Jersey Avenue NW, Washington, D.C.

Those interested in the September seminar should call 813-684-7988 or toll free: 866-I-WRITE-2 (866-497-4832) or visit the Free Expressions website at www.free-expressions.com. Pre-registration is required for all seminars.

For: Free Expressions, 2420 W. Brandon Blvd., #198, Brandon, FL 33511
Contact: Lorin Oberweger, 813-684-7988, lorin@free-expressions.com.

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