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Poetry in Prose
with John David Anderson
2026-04-04 14:00:00
2026-04-04 15:30:00
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Poetry in Prose
The first stories ever told were sung. In this program, we will explore how to more effectively incorporate those tricksy little bits of figurative language that poets are so fond of (metaphor, alliteration, imagery) into our otherwise pedestrian prose to spice it up without turning it purple.
Lawrence Branch -
Saturday, April 04
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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2026-04-04 14:00:00
2026-04-04 15:30:00
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Poetry in Prose
The first stories ever told were sung. In this program, we will explore how to more effectively incorporate those tricksy little bits of figurative language that poets are so fond of (metaphor, alliteration, imagery) into our otherwise pedestrian prose to spice it up without turning it purple.
Lawrence Branch -
The first stories ever told were sung. In this program, we will explore how to more effectively incorporate those tricksy little bits of figurative language that poets are so fond of (metaphor, alliteration, imagery) into our otherwise pedestrian prose to spice it up without turning it purple.
This workshop is presented in partnership with the Indiana Writers Center. Check out other writing workshops at library branches this season!
Get your creative juices flowing with this Creative Writing Inspiration list or consider these Best Books for the Aspiring Novelist.
Instructor John David Anderson is a Hoosier native and the award-winning author of sixteen novels for young people, including Posted, Ms. Bixby’s Last Day, One Last Shot, and Dive. He’s a dog person who owns cats. Life is funny that way.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Class/Workshop |
TAGS: | Writing | Meet an Author, Be an Author |
Lawrence Branch
Hours
About the branch
The Lawrence Branch opened in 1967 on North Franklin Road in a storefront previously occupied by the Lawrence Post Office. It was the first branch to open within an incorporated town in Marion County. Rapid population growth demonstrated the need for a larger, permanent facility to serve the northeast side. A 3.44 acre site was purchased from MSD Lawrence Township for a new 13,500-square-foot library that opened in 1983.
Renovated in 2020, the Lawrence Branch re-opened to changes that maximized access to the Library’s services and collections, created engaging and functional spaces for those of all ages, and increased access to new technology. The project also provided group study and tutoring areas, improved lighting, more outlets for charging stations, and updates to the entrance, public restrooms and interior finishes.