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PCC online course gets your writing published
Photos and story by James Hill
PORTLAND, Ore. – You’ve finished your novel or screenplay, and now you want to share it with the world. But how does a writer float his or her work to the top of the publishing pile? An upcoming online class presented by Portland Community College will offer proven answers.Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published, a non-credit class, is the perfect follow-up to almost every other writing course: it takes the student from finished project to published success. Students will learn step-by-step shortcuts authors use to build credibility with publishers and get their work noticed. The online class format makes it easy for writers to discover how to choose a publisher, find an agent, writer query letters, navigate legal issues, and submit their work, all from home."Stephen King’s work was rejected 75 times before he sold his first novel,"said PCC Community Education manager Marcia Truman. "This course is great for those writers who want to succeed long before that."Held entirely online via the Internet, the class offers the flexibility to open lessons whenever your schedule allows and features discussion boards with the instructor and other students. New six-week classes will begin monthly throughout the winter on Jan. 21, Feb. 18 and March 17. Cost is $79.For more information, contact PCC Community Education Online Learning at 503-731-6650 or visit www.ourcoursescometoyou.com.
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »