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Capitol City Young Writers

Capitol City Young Writers is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to the education and inspiration of aspiring writers, primarily in grades 6-12. The goal of the organization is to educate today’s youth on the art and craft of writing, a skill necessary for success in any field of work.

Members will gain exposure in the genres of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoir, screenplay, and more as they meet professionals in the industry ranging from published authors, editors, educators, journalists, songwriters, and broadcasters. Through this exposure, young writers will discover the many different career paths in the world of writing. Opportunities will be presented for writers to improve their own writing by participating in readings, workshops, writing contests, and conferences. Leadership and internship opportunities are also available.

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  Capitol City Young Writers
  
  PO Box 5379
  Sacramento, CA 95762
  
  Phone: (877) 816-7659 | Email | Official Website
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Past
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Past Events

08/01/11- 08/04/11	Summer Writing Workshop Series Capital Public Radio
11/20/10	Meet the Author November Workshop The Sacramento Bee
09/11/10	Meet the Author September Workshop The Sacramento Bee
08/02/10- 08/05/10	Young Writers Summer Workshop Series Capital Public Radio
05/08/10	May "Meet the Author" Meeting The Sacramento Bee
03/13/10	Meet the Author- March Workshop Sacramento State (CSUS)
12/05/09	Meet the Author - December Workshop Sacramento State (CSUS)
11/14/09	Meet the Author Sacramento State (CSUS)

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Member
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  - Event Name: Meet the Author
    "Thank You!"
    Review posted by: Charlotte Cook from California, Nov 11, 2009
    
    What a lovely experience! What a great group of people! What delightful young writers! And what a great lady you are Verna! Thank you for this opportunity to speak and the respect with which I was... Expand
    
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    What a lovely experience! What a great group of people! What delightful young writers! And what a great lady you are Verna! Thank you for this opportunity to speak and the respect with which I was treated. Charlotte Cook Publisher / President KOMENAR Publishing Collapse
    
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  - Event Name: Meet the Author
    "Bravo!"
    Review posted by: Laurel Anne Hill from California, Nov 11, 2009
    
    With great pleasure, I recommend Capitol City Young Writers. The professional quality of the event, dedication of volunteers and enthusiasm of the students were amazing. The recipe for compelling... Expand
    
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    With great pleasure, I recommend Capitol City Young Writers. The professional quality of the event, dedication of volunteers and enthusiasm of the students were amazing. The recipe for compelling creative writing includes, among other ingredients, internal passion and detached objectivity. Good writers stoke their inner fires while controlling the burn, a process requiring self-control and skill. Writing workshops, peer critique and mentoring programs help writers blend fresh approaches with professional polish. Straight talk about the publishing industry provides direction and modulates expectations. Yet writers have needs beyond creating worlds through words and seeking publication. Often they need reassurance and personal support to keep their love for writing strong. They need to participate in a welcoming writing community. Thank you for providing the upcoming generation of writers with instruction, support and community. Bravo! ~Author of "Heroes Arise" Collapse
    
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