Joseph Bentz is the author of 8 Old Testament Passages that Changed the World and six other books on Christian living. He is also the author of A Son Comes Home and three other
novels. He is a professor of English at Azusa Pacific University in California. More information is available at his website, josephbentz.com.

Workshop

Developing a Writing Voice (General Craft): What makes a reader come back to an author’s works again and again? A writer’s “voice” is that quality that makes his or her work instantly recognizable and that gives the writing life, personality and authority. A distinctive voice can be developed. This session will show writers how to discover and hone their own writing voice.

CREW

Constructing the Nonfiction Book: This workshop will help you hone the structure and purpose of your nonfiction book, whether you are just getting started or already have a draft. It will emphasize the importance of the first chapter, which should contain key elements that provide direction for the entire book. The workshop combines teaching, handouts, brainstorming and critique.