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Writers Symposium By the Sea
February 25, 2020 - February 27, 2020
WRITING THAT LIBERATES
Sonia Nazario, Feb. 25, 2020
Enrique’s Journey, Opinion Writer for New York Times
Pico Iyer, Feb. 26, 2020
The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere
Alice Walker, Feb. 27, 2020
The Color Purple, Taking the Arrow Out of the Heart
Writer’s Symposium by the Sea is an annual event that brings interviews with innovative creators, life stories, examples of great writing, and evocative conversation to PLNU that inspire readers and writers alike. Past guests have included Ray Bradbury, Anne Lamott, Philip Yancey, Dave Eggers, Amy Tan, Bill McKibben, Donald Miller, George Plimpton, and many more.
The evening interviews, conducted by symposium founder Dr. Dean Nelson, feature lively conversations about the stories behind the author’s stories. As a member of the audience, you will get to eavesdrop on these exchanges and perhaps even interact with the writer during a Q&A session. Specialized afternoon workshops, conducted by published writers, provide tips and insight into the writing process. You are invited to join us and listen in on what some of today’s cutting-edge writers have to say!