Writing Boot Camp 2015 and "JumpSpark Your Marketing and Get Ready to Sell" will take place April 18 at the Tamaqua Community Arts Center, 125 Pine St. in Tamaqua. The event is sponsored by Black Diamond Writers' Network.

The boot camp will be facilitated by Dina Tull Davis, principal of JumpSpark Creative Group.In the morning session discover how to build a solid brand, learn and implement marketing fundamentals and develop a platform.In the afternoon session go deeper into platform and promotional strategies. This will include three "must haves": a website/blog, a product page and a social media presence.Early Bird registration (by Feb. 28) is $40; regular registration (March 1 to March 31) is $45 for writers' network members, and $50 for nonmembers. The walk-in fee is $55, if space is available. The cost of lunch is included and seating is limited. Registration ends March 31.For more information and a registration form, visit tamaquapubliclibrary.com, or call Kathy Ruff at 570-645-3059.