Writers Workshop | Writing Your Own Whodunit Mystery
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Unleash your inner detective and storyteller in this workshop! Writers will learn the key elements of a great mystery, focusing on crafting intriguing characters, planting clever clues, and surprising twists. Whether you're new to writing or already love storytelling, you'll leave with your own short mystery story and the tools to keep the suspense going.
✏️ Writing Your Own Whodunit Mystery
🗓️ 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Friday, August 7
📍 Central Library
About the Teaching Artist:
Riley Westerholt is a seasoned fantasy writer and world-builder with a passion for character-driven storytelling. Her approach focuses on creating characters that feel real, with complex motivations and histories that drive their actions. A long-time advocate for collaborative storytelling, Riley thrives on helping others unlock their creative potential and bring their fantasy worlds to life.
This is a free event for adults. Registration is required and opens July 1. Please call 402-444-4801 to register.
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Part of an ongoing Writers Workshop series presented by the Nebraska Writers Collective and Omaha Public Library, offering opportunities for adults and youth to experiment with new genres, develop their craft, and connect through writing.
In the summer series:
▪June 11 — Writing Your Senses (Kids) with Shukura Huggins | Central Library
▪June 20 — Write What You (Don’t) Know! // Escribe Sobre Lo Que (No) Conoces! with Angélica Perez | South Omaha Library
▪June 28 — Quest Builders: Creating Your Own Fantasy Graphic Novel (Kids) with Riley Westerholt | Central Library
▪July 21 — Travel and Time: A Genealogy Workshop with Shelby Martinez | Central Library
▪July 22 — Superpowers & Secret Plans: Writing Heroes and Villains (Kids) with Shelly Nosbisch | Benson Branch
▪August 7 — Writing Your Own Whodunit Mystery with Riley Westerholt | Central Library
▪August 29 — Doing the Best We Can With What We Got: Black Women, Science Fiction, & Growing a Sustainable Future with Allana G. Pommier | Benson Branch
✏️ Writing Your Own Whodunit Mystery
🗓️ 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Friday, August 7
📍 Central Library
About the Teaching Artist:
Riley Westerholt is a seasoned fantasy writer and world-builder with a passion for character-driven storytelling. Her approach focuses on creating characters that feel real, with complex motivations and histories that drive their actions. A long-time advocate for collaborative storytelling, Riley thrives on helping others unlock their creative potential and bring their fantasy worlds to life.
This is a free event for adults. Registration is required and opens July 1. Please call 402-444-4801 to register.
***
Part of an ongoing Writers Workshop series presented by the Nebraska Writers Collective and Omaha Public Library, offering opportunities for adults and youth to experiment with new genres, develop their craft, and connect through writing.
In the summer series:
▪June 11 — Writing Your Senses (Kids) with Shukura Huggins | Central Library
▪June 20 — Write What You (Don’t) Know! // Escribe Sobre Lo Que (No) Conoces! with Angélica Perez | South Omaha Library
▪June 28 — Quest Builders: Creating Your Own Fantasy Graphic Novel (Kids) with Riley Westerholt | Central Library
▪July 21 — Travel and Time: A Genealogy Workshop with Shelby Martinez | Central Library
▪July 22 — Superpowers & Secret Plans: Writing Heroes and Villains (Kids) with Shelly Nosbisch | Benson Branch
▪August 7 — Writing Your Own Whodunit Mystery with Riley Westerholt | Central Library
▪August 29 — Doing the Best We Can With What We Got: Black Women, Science Fiction, & Growing a Sustainable Future with Allana G. Pommier | Benson Branch
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Where is it happening?
Central Library, 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68114, United States
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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Host or PublisherNebraska Writers Collective
