Instructor: Dani Nichols

Biography: Dani Nichols is a journalist, essayist, and children's book author. Her independently-published kid's book, Buzz the Not-So-Brave, sold more than 800 copies in its first 20 weeks in print (by contrast, most independent books sell less than 250 copies over their lifetime). Buzz the Not-So-Brave is in retailers all over Oregon and has won a Spur Award from the Western Writers of America, a Next Generation Indie Book Award, and a Will Rogers Medallion Award. Dani's essays have also won several awards and been published in The Other Journal, Oregon Humanities, Reckon Review, Barren Magazine, and more.

Classes by this instructor

Writing Workshop: Write, Publish and Market Your Kids Book Q&A

Do you dream of writing for kids? This class is your crash course on the process of writing, publishing and marketing your kids book. If you need to get inspired, energized and pointed in the right direction for your children's book journey, this class is for you. Feel free to come with ideas, questions or even kids books that are already in progress or published and just need a little help getting over the goal line.
Wednesday, January 20, 2027 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

Writing in Motion: From Ideas to Essays

Get your ideas onto the page and turn rough writing into something stronger. This hands-on workshop is designed for writers at any stage who want to generate new ideas, develop a piece of writing or refine an essay already in progress. Through guided writing exercises and discussion, you'll explore strategies for overcoming the blank page, developing your ideas, strengthening structure and voice and making thoughtful revisions. You'll have time to write, experiment and receive constructive feedback in a supportive workshop environment. Bring an idea, a work-in-progress or simply your curiosity and a willingness to write.
February 10-17, 2027 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

Writing: Publishing with Substack

Substack is the newest trend to hit the publishing world. It is an easy, online way for anyone to make an income by writing. Many big-name authors, journalists and personalities have started their own Substack publications. The good news is that you don't have to be a big name, have a large following or be tech-savvy to get yourself started. All you need is you! In this class, learn how to start your own Substack publication, how to get paid to write and how to leverage this new platform for your creative dreams.
Wednesday, March 10, 2027 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend