Erica Berry and Steven Moore

Springfield Public Library hosts the Oregon Book Awards author tour. The day starts with two free workshops and ends with a reading and discussion. All events are free and open to the public.

10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Beginning the Personal Essay with Steven Moore
In this hour long workshop, writers will focus on the first two pages of published and in-progress works to study and understand how writers of creative nonfiction establish place, style, and character.

11:30 to 1:00 p.m.
Writing in the Natural World with Erica Berry
In this multi-genre workshop, we’ll explore writings that move between the natural world and the self, bringing an intimate eye to each. How can we train ourselves to be better observers of the natural world and our own lives? The workshop will include readings of short published works, discussion of how writers capture their own life stories and the natural world on the page, and generative writing prompts to inspire you.

1:15 to 2:15
Join both authors for reading and conversation about their books. There will be time for audience questions.