There are two entrenched positions among writers of genre fiction. The first are those writers who define themselves as “Plotters.” They craft detailed outlines before writing. The other side flies by the seat of their pants, and are known as “Pantsers,” following wherever their muse takes them. Award-winning author Susan Kiernan-Lewis makes the case for outlining in her presentation, “Are You Ready to Take Your Pants Off?” at the FWA Ponte Vedra Writers meeting on Saturday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library.

Susan tells us, “A well-outlined novel will help you rediscover the fun in your writing.” She will introduce an outlining technique that works with any genre and is guaranteed to improve writing speed as well as pacing and continuity issues. Attendees will learn how to develop character arcs that work, and plots that satisfy.

Susan Kiernan-Lewis is a former advertising copywriter and filmmaker turned mystery/suspense writer. She’s the author of three series, including the bestselling Maggie Newberry Mysteries. She’s also written the popular post-apocalyptic thriller series, The Irish End Game. As an advertising copywriter, she worked in ad agencies from Atlanta to Auckland, and as an ex-Air Force dependent she developed a taste for travel, having moved at least 40 times in her lifetime.

The Ponte Vedra Writers group is part of the Florida Writers Association, a statewide, non-profit organization with nearly 1,500 members dedicated to the support of both aspiring and published writers in any genre. The June 22 meeting is free and open to FWA members and non-members alike. For information on FWA please visit www.floridawriters.net.