Events & Workshops

Thrill Your Reader

Marty Chan reveals the five basic elements of suspense writing. He demonstrates how setup, atmosphere, conflict, reactions and stakes can elevate an ordinary situation into an exciting scene. He shows how to stretch out suspenseful moments and keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Using film references and personal examples, he shares how to craft a story that will thrill your readers.

This program is conducted through Zoom. Register through the RPL website to receive a reminder, the evaluation and any resource materials or just click the link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81947037814?pwd=xqS6b6KmGabpQ3nARII5VeyBlbqDF1.1

Please note that anyone with a valid Saskatchewan library card (from all regional libraries) can register for these programs. The direct Zoom link is provided above in the event you do not have a valid Saskatchewan library card and cannot register. Where possible, please register.

This workshop is open to the public and free for everyone.

This workshop is in partnership with the Regina Public Library for their Writes of Spring programming, a month-long celebration of writers and readers.

Please be mindful of your time zone as all times listed are Saskatchewan time. Find your time zone here: https://dateful.com/time-zone-converter

This workshop will not be recorded.

Marty Chan writes books for young readers, stage plays for adults, and TV shows for kids. He’s best known for his stage play The Bone House. This thriller has been produced in Budapest, Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary, Edinburgh, Vancouver, and Los Angeles. He worked as a story editor on Incredible Story Studio, the kids’ TV series produced in Regina. For young adult readers, he’s penned the bestsellers, Haunted Hospital and Willpower. His latest thriller, Curse of Heartwood Academy, hits store shelves in 2026. Marty works and lives in Edmonton with his wife Michelle and their two cats.

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