I’ve been invited to visit Kansas City by KC Book Beat and the Johnson County Library! I’ll be participating in the following events:
- 1 – 2 courses of the 5 Sentence Plotting Method, where authors can learn to plot their books with ease.
- 3 – 5 breakout groups, where I will be offering consultations on plot structure, marketing, and publishing options to individual authors.
- A book signing, hosted by Bear Necessities Coffee and Monstera’s Books.
- 3 – 4 hours of classroom education on publishing paths, common publishing pitfalls, and industry red flags.
I’ve never done anything this extensive before, and I’m so excited to join! For everyone who comes to see me and brings a book to sign, I’ll have a special passport stamp to commemorate the occasion! ONLY available at these events in Kansas City. 🙂
5 Sentence Plotting Method:
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Johnson County – Central Resource Library
875 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
Do you struggle with plotting, pacing and general story structure? We can help you fix that! Join USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Thorne for a discussion on the “5 Sentence Method,” the viral plotting technique that maps a book in just five sentences. Through analysis of typical storytelling methods and human psychology, this class will review bestselling examples and teach students how to plot their own books with ease.
For inquiries about accessibility and accommodations, please contact us at ask@jocolibrary.org or 913-826-4600 at least two weeks before the event.
Writing and Publishing Small Group Discussion:
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Multiple times available!
Johnson County – Central Resource Library
875 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
In a special opportunity, author and publishing expert Rebecca Thorne will share her insights with local writers. Sign up for a small round table discussion. To get the most out of your time, come ready with a question — whether it’s a challenge in your novel or something you’ve always wondered about publishing. Thorne will use your q’s to guide a conversation full of practical advice, inspiration and expert tips. Spots are limited.
So, You Want to be a Published Author?
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
10am – 2pm
Johnson County – Central Resource Library
875 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
Join USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Thorne for a deep dive into the publishing industry. Using her extensive experience with both traditional and indie publishing, Thorne will spend four hours teaching students the ins and outs of publishing a book. By the course’s end, students will identify which publishing path may be best for them and learn actionable steps to pursue it – all while avoiding common pitfalls. Topics will include traditional publishing, indie and self-publishing, kickstarters, contracts and an extensive Q&A.
Book Signing @ Bear Necessities
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
4:30pm – 7pm
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN VENUE. This event is no longer at the Co-Op at Shoal Creek.
Join Rebecca Thorne in a casual, stop-by-anytime signing event! She’ll be happy to sign your books, answer your questions, and generally just chat! This book signing is hosted by Bear Necessities, which is right beside the Johnson County Central Resource Library–it should be an easy option to swing over after Saturday’s workshop. 🙂
No registration required! Stop by anytime!
Bear Necessities is located at:
