6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. July 16, 23, 30 and August 6, Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association, 2001 Shreve Street, “Finish Your Book with James Abraham”. Topics include Proportion, effective use of Dialogue, creating a powerful Environment and developing memorable Characters. Fee is $80 for the series. Advanced registration required. Call 941-637-1655 or  www.pgica.org.