I’ve been invited to speak about writing at a local public library. The library had recently held a very successful session on becoming published, and wished to follow that up with another writing-related topic. A friend - highly-regarded in the Milwaukee-area literary community – provided my name when contacted by the librarian searching for a presenter to discuss the art of writing and becoming a writer. A few emailed discussions later, the gig was mine.
I’ll be speaking over three sessions, once a month beginning in January. I’ve decided to tie into my CarPracs articles (if you’ll recall those few pieces of writing advice I started offering last year and have not returned to even though there are another dozen of them piled upon my desk here) and take a shot at turning them into something more beneficial for all, myself included. Having a little ‘trademark’ speaking topic particular to me is one of those marketing tactics that countless promotional and marketing people suggest for writers. Not only will this be good for me to clearly define and articulate many of the writing-related thoughts running rampant in my mind, best of all, it could actually open a writing door or prompt a would-be author to brave the narrow alleys and wide boulevards of writing.
So, in addition to continually reworking the RBE website, reading and editing RBE material, and trying to occassionally pen a word or two of my own, I’ll be drafting up some more CarPracs and a simple lesson plan to incorporate at these sessions. My thanks to all of you who have contributed to my knowledge base over the past few years – I can honestly say that without several of my readers I wouldn’t know half what I know now. 
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Congrats, Jas. Have fun sharing your wisdom…and the wisdom that’s been shared with you
‘my wisdom’ sounds rather imposing, my dear
Don’t lay too much on me, else it goes to me head 
One of the things I love about the writing community is the giving. When those with knowledge pass it on to those who seek. It’s like the sage and apprentice relationship. I shall endeavor to pass from the later to the former by listening to those who share…
Good luck with the speaking.
One of the keys to being a professional is acting like one. You’ll be fine.
An excellent opportunity to shine. Be the beacon of light sitting atop a hill for all to gather under. And yea, he spake unto them with great authority, and all were amazed at his teachings, and neither would sun set nor moon rise unless he commandeth it. And there was the Word, and the Word was good.
(In other words: “No pressure.”)
Thanks Jeff. Seriously, no pressure at all. I’m sure they’ll be amazed alright
Congrats on that Jason. Remember what we learned at Dragoncon — a costume will hold your audience’s attention best. That and a horn blast.
Big swords! With a demonstration on different ways to kill your opponent. I’d think librarians would gush over that.
“gush” being the operative word, right Ty?
Being a former Renaissance fair junky, I’ve often wondered if breaking out my period clothing (and weapons, if permitted) would be a draw at book signings. Or if I’d just look like the creepy middle-aged guy who has played way too much D&D.