Author Julie Klassen

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2016 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$410
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
May 2018
End Date
May 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Big Stone
Big Stone
Project Overview

Julie Klassen is a Minnesota historical, romance, Christian fiction book author. In researching her books she travels the places in England where her novels are set. Julie will talk about her books and the research she does in writing them.

Project Details

24 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2015 Chapter 2--S.F. No. 1, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2016 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$410
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees to this program will develop an interest in Julie's books. They will learn how Julie became an award winning author and about England and the places her books are based on.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Everyone enjoyed Julie's presentation, learning how books are made -- from the covers, stories, editing, publishing etc. Participants learned about things in England like manors, "squints", and the locations in her books. They learned how Julie started out to become a writer, and the various jobs she has had along the way. Comments include: "I enjoyed seeing how Julie's books were set and hearing about the research and book covers (the work, photos, models, and all come together.)" " I have never listened to a published author before - this was an enjoyable time. I learned a lot...book research, style of setting. Interesting to hear about how & why she began writing."

Source of Additional Funds

Fairway View Assisted Living Center (space), KDIO Radio, Ortonville newspaper (advertising)

Project Manager
First Name
Laurie
Last Name
Ortega
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320)235-6106 x28
Email
laurie.ortega@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200