27 Essential Principles of Story: A Writing Workshop Led by Daniel Joshua Rubin

Winnetka shop The Book Stall (811 Elm Street) is delighted to host Daniel Joshua Rubin as he leads a writing workshop based on his book “27 Essential Principles of Story” on Sunday, September 18 at 3:00 pm. In this 75-minute, family friendly, in-person class, he will help you build a professional-quality outline for your story. With an informal talk suitable for writers at any level, and simple, and fun two-minute writing exercises, you’ll learn principles that can be applied to novels, screenplays, short stories, personal essays, or even songs. You’ll benefit from watching the film Finding Nemo prior to the workshop–Rubin will reference it as he discusses principles of story. Rubin is an energetic and entertaining speaker who peppers his talks with pop culture references and is committed to helping writers become more confident, authentic storytellers.

This is a ticketed event. The ticket fee of $21.75 includes a copy of Rubin’s book, “27 Essential Principles of Story,” as well as all writing materials. Your copy will be waiting for you when you arrive for the workshop. To purchase a ticket, please visit The Book Stall website.

About the Book: “27 Essential Principles of Story” is a modern and actionable guide to the fundamentals of writing compelling, well-crafted, authentic stories in any medium, with lessons illustrated by novels, plays, films, music, video games, and TV, and drawing on writers from Shakespeare and Dostoevsky to Quentin Tarantino and Eminem.

The Library Journal says, “Seasoned multimedia writer Rubin (NBC, the WB) injects the traditional writing manual with an overdue fix of dash and utility… This new bible of lessons and practices for creators across media will likely appeal to readers curious about behind-the-scenes realities of those who bring to life today’s most popular and intelligent entertainment.”

Booklist calls “27 Essential Principles of Story” “Perfect for any writer looking to ensure their stories operate and resonate at the top of their potential.”

About the Presenter: Daniel Joshua Rubin is a multimedia writer and story scholar who provides consulting and education to storytellers in all media. His critically acclaimed book, “27 Essential Principles of Story: Master the Secrets of Great Storytelling, from Shakespeare to South Park,” has won endorsements from actor, Paul Giamatti, Tony and Pulitzer Award-winner, Tracy Letts and has been hailed as “The new bible of lessons and practices for creators” by Library Journal. He has taught dramatic writing at Loyola University in Chicago, and at the University of California, San Diego, and has written for television (NBC, the WB), new media (“The Motley Fool,” “National Lampoon”), and theater (with plays produced at Steppenwolf in Chicago, off-Broadway in NYC, and on the West End of London). Born and raised in Brooklyn, Rubin lives in Evanston after a decade in Los Angeles. He holds an MFA in Playwriting from the Yale School of Drama, where he graduated with honors.