Linda Rosen
Fitness professional turned novelist Linda Rosen, after living most of her life in New Jersey (and only a short trip into NYC), now lives with her husband in sunny Florida happily wearing sandals all year long. Linda’s novels are set in the “not-too-distant past” and examine how women reinvent themselves despite obstacles thrown their way – and they always feature a piece of jewelry! She is a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and co-founder of the South Florida chapter of the Women’s National Book Association where she holds the position of VP of Programming. In addition, Linda is on the board of Palm Beach BNC, her local chapter of the Brandeis National Committee, and an administrator of the 5K+ member Facebook Group Bookish Road Trip and editor of their newsletter, Wanderlust. When she’s not writing, you’ll find Linda on the Pickleball court, in the pool, or reading with her feet in the sand.
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Jewelry and the Art of Story
Jewelry and books are a perfect pairing, just like wine and cheese! Join award-winning author, Linda Rosen, for a spirited conversation about the heirloom jewelry in her novels and bring your own piece to share. Together, we’ll craft a fascinating story around your grandma’s pearls, your mom’s charm bracelet, Aunt Mildred’s earrings—whatever treasure you have tucked away. Let’s create your story!
Page-Turning Paragraphs
Great writing doesn’t just tell, it immerses. Join award winning author, Linda Rosen, for this 90-minute creative writing workshop. We’ll dig into the elements that give writing energy, texture, and life—especially through the power of the five senses. Bring a pen and paper, computer, tablet or whatever device you want and get ready for your imagination to soar. Through Linda’s prompts, your words will pour onto the page. You’ll walk away with polished prose and, perhaps, the bug to keep going.
My Next Act
As with the characters she writes, award-winning author Linda Rosen, a fitness professional turned novelist, had to overcome obstacles to reinvent herself later in life. She believes we are never done, that we all have another act, no matter our age. And we all face obstacles, whether from outside forces or negative ones inside us. Through her presentation, Linda speaks about how the world opened up when she started writing in her 60s and then blossomed when, at 72, she became a published author. In conversation with the audience, Linda introduces the characters in her novels and their next acts, and you’ll share yours – or those you’re hesitant to try. From the lively conversation, Linda hopes you’ll go home with ideas and the courage to pursue your next act.