Writing the Intimate Character What makes those books you can’t put down until your eyelids are sandy and your brain is buzzing, compelling? Unforgettable, unique characters who are real, flawed, complex and human. In this workshop writers will learn what it takes to build complex characters, unlock the essentials of point of view (POV), learn […]
Writing Incredible Dialogue By Jenny Margotta Writing dialogue can be so much fun—and so much work. When it’s done correctly, it individualizes your characters and adds a delightful layer to your stories. When it’s done incorrectly . . . well, let’s not go there. Dialogue should sound as if the reader is listening to real […]
Glenn Boozan – Emmy-nominated author of “There Are Moms Way Worse Than You “ Emmy- and WGA-nominated comedy writer Glenn Boozan will give the Thursday, June 2 Ridge Writers program starting at 6:30 in the meeting room of Ridgecrest Presbyterian Church, 633 W. Las Flores. Masks required. Public invited, no admission fee. What to expect: […]
June 04, 2022 9:00am - 9:30am Networking 9:30am - 11:00am Guest Speaker Speaker Alicia Doyle Topic "Authors Journey Series" From journalist to Golden Gloves boxer to novelist. Learning how to take punches has undoubtedly helped Alicia Doyle on her author journey. Alicia has drawn upon her experiences inside the boxing ring more than twenty years […]
The Author One-Sheet: Author Branding 101 Speaker: Brian Schwartz Brian Schwartz is a past presenter at Coastal Dunes CWC and former president of the Colorado Independent Publishers Association. Working full-time with independent authors since 2009, he has produced multiple bestsellers and worked with award winning authors. On June 4, 2022, Brian will bring to CWC his […]
June 4th - Jeri Westerson How to Write a Page Turner! The San Fernando Valley Branch of the California Writers Club is excited to welcome award-winning author Jeri Westerson as our speaker on June 4 at 1:00 pm via Zoom with a presentation titled “How to Write a Page Turner!” What makes a […]
Choosing Your Publishing Option Napa Valley Writers will host North Counties literary agent D. Patrick Miller, who will describe the options for publication now available to working authors. From finding an agent, to procuring a publisher on your own, to publishing independently in print books, e-books, and/or various online platforms—the requirements, advantages, and disadvantages of each […]
SATURDAY JUNE 11, 2022 AT 10 AM HESPERIA LIBRARY IN PERSON MEETING WRITING THE STORY YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO TELL Photo caption: (left to right) Jim Grayson, Jenny Margotta, Dwight Norris) The HDCWC, that normally meets at the Community Church at Jess Ranch, will hold their June 11, 2022, meeting at the Hesperia Library Community […]
“How to Be the Best Ambassador for Your Book: Pitfalls to Avoid, Practices that Pay Off” June 11 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm PDT Whether pitching to an agent at a writers’ conference or telling Cousin Angie about your book at a backyard barbecue, the very best person to create passion for your project—from agents […]
Gini Grossenbacher, author of the recently released Madam in Lace will speak on MICRO-SETTINGS. She will show how to develop and use on-site micro-settings as springboards for story/plot/character development with an emphasis on writing for our chapter's Anthology. http://www.ginigrossenbacher.com
Sheree L. Greer "On Setting in Fiction" This gathering on Zoom is for members* and their guests "Sheree L. Greer is a writer, artist, teacher, and publisher. In 2014, she founded The Kitchen Table Literary Arts Center to showcase and support the work of Black women and women-of-color writers. She is the author of two novels, […]
June 13 7PM : The Art and Craft of Writing your Memoir with Linda Joy Myers Memoir writers struggle with two things: how much truth to tell and how to structure their story. We’ll tackle both of these issues as we look at the art—and heart—of writing a memoir. This month’s speaker, Linda Joy Myers, […]
You’re Invited to Our Next Writing Workshop Pop in at one of our monthly meetings/workshops to see what Writers of Kern is all about. Not a member? No problem! We’d love to have you. When: The 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:15-11:15 am. Join us 30 minutes early for breakfast and writer’s fellowship, January, February, […]
Writing Fiction with a Partner Tracy Dobmeier and Wendy Katzman have been great friends for nearly 25 years. Their debut novel, Girls with Bright Futures, is a dark, suspenseful journey into the cutthroat world of college admissions. Earning starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly and Library Journal, it’s currently in development as a limited TV series […]
You Can Be A Winning Writer By Joan Gelfand Are you mystified by how writers become successful authors? Becoming a writer involves so much more than words on a page. From working on your craft, to learning about building a social media platform and writing cover and query letters, it is a challenge to understand […]
Monthly Meeting, June 18 – How to Succeed at Interviews Without Really Lying The Art of the Interview with Ed Goldman Free Monthly Meeting, 1-hour Zoom presentation (includes Q&A) Saturday, June 18, 2022 Presentation 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Sign-in and social time 12:30-1:00 Syndicated columnist, author of five books, professionally produced playwright, composer and […]
IN-PERSON & ZOOM MEETINGS Join us on Saturday, June 18, at 1 p.m. Register, below, for a Zoom link or to attend in person at the Finley Center. The Heart of the Story: Using Developmental Coaching to Find and Finesse Your Story with Betsy Graziani Fasbinder In the forest/trees metaphor, we writers sometimes focus on […]
Local Author Showcase at our Annual New Book Celebration On Saturday, June 18th, the Berkeley Branch of the California Writers Club will honor its members who have published a new title in the past year. This is a proud moment for this century-old writing club, highlighting the diverse literary accomplishments and talents of this notable […]
Jim Grayson, June 18, 2022, Great Stories—How the Pieces Fit Together Jim Grayson will present “Great Stories—How the Pieces Fit Together” at the Tri-Valley Writers June 18, 2022 meeting. This presentation deals with the use of characters, plot, setting, and conflict and how they can combine with dialogue, inner thought, action, and reaction to bring […]
Annual Smatch-Up Extravaganza June 19th Meeting at 3:00 p.m. Zoom This much-loved event returns under the theme of "One Monday in October." One author writes a poem or story that another finishes. Authors were unanonimously paired last month. End results will be read at this meeting. Join us for a fun afternoon of great writing […]
If you write, you need an editor--especially if you plan to publish! North State Writers is a branch of the California Writers Club. Founded in 1909 the CWC is one of the nation’s oldest professional clubs for writers. Click here to register for Zoom meeting Renew Your Membership