Do you have a story to tell? Award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist Lylanne Musselman knows firsthand how powerful encouragement can be. In high school, a teacher told her she’d never be a writer—but at Ball State, she found a mentor who changed everything. Today, Lylanne is inspiring others to share their voices, and you’re invited to join her in two upcoming programs at the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center.
Writing Your Life: Collect a Series of Vignettes for Posterity
Three Tuesdays: June 3-17, 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost: $55 REGISTER ONLINE
Have you ever wanted to capture your life’s moments in writing? Whether you're looking to preserve your memories for family, complete a memoir, or simply explore creative storytelling, this class is for you! Through engaging prompts and guided exercises, you’ll craft vignettes in prose or poetry while learning techniques like Hermit Crab Essays, Braided Essays, and Lyric Essays. Open to beginners and intermediate writers.
From Manuscript to Market: Navigating the Path to Publication
Tuesday, May 13, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 REGISTER ONLINE
Have a manuscript, poetry collection, or short story ready but unsure how to publish? This workshop will answer your burning questions:
- Do I need an agent?
- Where should I submit my work?
- What happens if I get rejected?
- Is self-publishing the right choice?
Gain insider tips on getting published, finding the right market, and navigating the path from manuscript to a wider audience.
Programs at the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center are open to age 18 and older.
Contact Information:
E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center
400 Minnetrista Boulevard
Muncie, IN 47306
ebball@bsu.edu
bsu.edu/ebball
765-285-8975