For Writers: Classes & Resources
2nd Mondays of the Month: Inklings Critique Group
Virtual, 6:00-7:30pm
Share feedback on current projects with other writers.
1st Wednesdays of the Month: Hybrid Inkling Writers Group
Howell Branch, 6:00-7:30pm
Writing is usually done alone, but writers don’t have to go it alone. Join us as we learn new writing techniques and share feedback on our current projects. Writers of all levels and experience are welcome. Topics by month are listed below.
| August | Historical Writing |
| September | Worldbuilding 101 |
| October | NaNoWriMo Prep |
| November | Feed Your Creativity |
The Hybrid Inkling Writers Group is also offered at Porter Branch, 4th Thursdays, 6:00-7:30pm.
1st Thursdays of the Month: Comic Creators Roundtable
IdeaSpace, 1st Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm
Consists of an overview of various art/promotional topics with open time for collaboration afterwards.
2nd Saturdays of the Month: Riverside Writers Group
Salem Church Branch, 1:00-3:00pm
Celebrate the art and craft of writing with a variety of workshops, critique sessions, and expert speakers. New members welcome.
The library curates a circulating collection of works by authors residing in the service area (Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, or Westmoreland). Library visitors will find works by local authors through the library catalog and on occasional "Read Local" displays at all branches.
Local Author Book Signings
#1: Mail it to Us
Mail it to us in a padded envelope with the form inside to:
Collection Services
c/o Local Authors
Library Administration Center
25 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 180
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
#2: Drop it into a book drop
Put your book into a padded envelope with the form enclosed inside, and slip it into your branch's book drop.
#3: Bring it into a library branch
Leave a donated copy at the Research desk with this form. Please understand that we are unable to return copies not selected.
