The First Chapter Residency Registration

The First Chapter Residency Registration

The First Chapter: Captivating a Reader is a four-week immersive virtual literary residency for writers of memoir, fiction, non-fiction, and hybrid works who are ready to craft an opening readers can't put down. Through guided instruction, practical exercises, and feedback, you'll develop the first chapter of your manuscript with the goal of captivating your audience from the very first page. Led by Dionne Ramdeen, Jamaican auteur, filmmaker, writer, and multidisciplinary artist. The residency offers a creative and supportive space to transform your ideas into a compelling beginning. One-time investment: USD$350.00 / JMD$56,000.00 Complete the registration form to reserve your place and begin your writing journey.
1. Full Name

First NameLast Name
2. Email Address
example@example.com
3. Telephone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
4. Country of Residence
5. What genre best describes your current writing project?
6. What is the working title of your manuscript?
Briefly describe your manuscript
8. Approximately how much of your manuscript has been completed?
9. What do you hope to accomplish during The First Chapter Residency?
10. What is your biggest challenge when writing a strong opening chapter?

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11. What would success look like for you at the end of the residency?
12. Are you able to commit to actively participating in the four-week virtual residency on August 10, 17, 24 and 31 starting at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm?
13. Registration Confirmation: I confirm that the information provided is accurate and understand that submitting this form constitutes an application to participate in The First Chapter Residency.
14. If you need additional information, please state below
Please see payment information below.

NOTE: Once payment is made please email a copy of your payment receipt to info@characterscanvas.com. As a reminder the cost for the residency is USD $350 / JMD $56,000.
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