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How to Write a Heist: An Immersive Workshop with Fran Wilde

2025-11-22 14:00:00 2025-11-22 16:45:00 America/New_York How to Write a Heist: An Immersive Workshop with Fran Wilde Join two-time Nebula Award-winner Fran Wilde for an immersive session on crafting unforgettable heist stories. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Saturday, November 22
2:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-22 14:00:00 2025-11-22 16:45:00 America/New_York How to Write a Heist: An Immersive Workshop with Fran Wilde Join two-time Nebula Award-winner Fran Wilde for an immersive session on crafting unforgettable heist stories. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Join two-time Nebula Award-winner Fran Wilde for an immersive session on crafting unforgettable heist stories.

Fran is the author of eight novels, a poetry collection, and more than 70 stories spanning genres and age groups. Her work has been nominated for the Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, and Locus Awards, and she has also taught writing at institutions such as Vermont College of Fine Arts and St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

Whether you're a new or experienced writer, you’ll leave with the tools to pull off a literary heist worth remembering. From daring thefts to magical cons, you’ll learn how to build tension, develop sharp characters, and plot schemes that keep readers hooked.

Check the catalog for titles by Fran Wilde.

photo credit: www.franwilde.net

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Books & Writing |

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Northwest Akron Branch Library

northwest@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.836.1081
Branch manager
Greg Trask

Hours
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Mon, Oct 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 24 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 25 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 26 Closed

About the branch

The Northwest Akron Branch Library, along with its neighbor, the Northwest Family Recreation Center, serves as a center of active learning through a diverse offering of programs and resources. A rich collection of books for all ages is just one aspect of what the branch has to offer; its outstanding multimedia collection includes music CDs, audiobooks, and feature and documentary films. The collection has something for just about every interest and taste. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing are additional services that make personal and professional growth possible.

Look for Northwest Akron Branch staff at local schools and early childhood centers and at community events throughout the year. Visit the branch for more opportunities to learn and explore with others. Programming for all ages at the library is responsive to community interests, with play and story programming for very young children, book discussion groups for adults, school-age and teen crafting and gaming opportunities, and more. The Northwest Akron Branch Library—your one-stop spot for all your educational and entertainment needs and interests.

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room,Conference Room

Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:30pm
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Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:30pm
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Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:30pm
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Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Wed, Nov 12, 12:45pm - 2:00pm
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Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:30pm
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Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
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