DFWWW Looks Forward to Exciting 2010
A large crowd gathered at the Workshop to commemorate the last Wednesday, of the last week, of the last month of 2009. Underscoring the fact that DFWWW hasn't closed in almost 20-years, no matter the weather or holiday.
Members were reminded that next week is the election for the 2010 Board of Directors. The annual dues of $100 must be paid in advance to vote, or participate in the read-and-critique sessions.
In other news, the early-bird price of $185 to attend the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference ends January 31. Thereafter, the price goes up to $235. Pat Hauldren and Kyle White were both recognized in the "Best of" annual review at Bewildering Stories for their works "Catsup" and "The Hand That Feeds You" respectively.
Members were reminded that next week is the election for the 2010 Board of Directors. The annual dues of $100 must be paid in advance to vote, or participate in the read-and-critique sessions.
In other news, the early-bird price of $185 to attend the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference ends January 31. Thereafter, the price goes up to $235. Pat Hauldren and Kyle White were both recognized in the "Best of" annual review at Bewildering Stories for their works "Catsup" and "The Hand That Feeds You" respectively.
Yes, Virginia, the DFW Writers' Workshop WILL meet this Wednesday
The DFW Writers' Workshop has a long-standing tradition of meeting EVERY Wednesday, no matter what. Meetings have happened on Christmas Day, on July 4th, and in severe weather conditions. We're just dedicated like that. Sure, this Wednesday is only two days before Christmas, but so what? It's still a great time to meet with your friends and enjoy a good read and critique session. So, in case you were wondering, yes, the workshop will meet as usual at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at the Ruth Millican Center, 205 Cullum Drive in Euless. See you there!
NEWS FLASH! Hollywood Comes Knocking on Member A. Lee Martinez' Door
As fans of DFWWW member A. Lee Martinez know, his first novel, Gil's All-Fright Diner, has long been optioned by DreamWorks Studio. This just in: A creative team has been assigned to the project, so the book is closer than ever to becoming a big screen feature film.
Read all about it at A. Lee Martinez's blog. Way to go, Alex. Speaking for everyone at the DFW Writers' Workshop, we're proud of you.
Read all about it at A. Lee Martinez's blog. Way to go, Alex. Speaking for everyone at the DFW Writers' Workshop, we're proud of you.
Member, Harry Robbins, Announces the Sale of His First Novel
Word must have gotten out that the December 16 meeting of DFWWW was the annual Christmas party, because nine visitors attended - a record number. It had to be the many great reads that brought the visitors in … or the scrumptious spread of homemade goodies.
Full stomachs only enhanced the news from Workshop members. Harry Robbins announced the sale of his first novel, a fantasy titled The Bard Prince, to Books in Motion. Jenny Martin received three requests from literary agents for the full manuscript of her Young Adult novel Holy, Texas. Kyle White sold a short story to AlienSkin magazine. Books in Motion bought George Goldthwaite's second Western, Return of Sam Rache. Tricia Allen will speak at the Polk-Wisdom Public Library in Dallas on December 19 at 2:30 p.m. Her topic is using 'new history' in fiction.
Finally, everyone was reminded that the early-bird registration fee of $185 for the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference ends on January 31, 2010. Thereafter, the price increases to $235. Agent appointments are still available, but are filling fast.
Full stomachs only enhanced the news from Workshop members. Harry Robbins announced the sale of his first novel, a fantasy titled The Bard Prince, to Books in Motion. Jenny Martin received three requests from literary agents for the full manuscript of her Young Adult novel Holy, Texas. Kyle White sold a short story to AlienSkin magazine. Books in Motion bought George Goldthwaite's second Western, Return of Sam Rache. Tricia Allen will speak at the Polk-Wisdom Public Library in Dallas on December 19 at 2:30 p.m. Her topic is using 'new history' in fiction.
Finally, everyone was reminded that the early-bird registration fee of $185 for the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference ends on January 31, 2010. Thereafter, the price increases to $235. Agent appointments are still available, but are filling fast.
The Weather Might Be Frightful, But The Reads Were Delightful
Many dedicated writers braved a cold winter night to attend the December 9 meeting of DFWWW, which proves that no hardship can keep good authors down.
Perry Curtis Bales announced that publisher Books in Motion requested the full manuscript of his Western novel Gunfighter's Star. Rosemary Clement-Moore submitted her newest novel, tentatively titled Texas Gothic, to her publisher Delacorte. Michelle O'Neal broke into the national magazine market when her article "Testing, Testing: Understanding Blood and Breath Alcohol Testing" appeared in the winter issue of MADDvocate.
Attendees were reminded that 2010 membership dues must be paid in order to vote in the Board of Directors election in January, or to participate in read and critique sessions next year. Two reference books aimed toward writers of children's and Young Adult literature were added to the Workshop's extensive library and are available to be loaned.
Finally, in conference news, it was announced that retailer Books-A-Million has agreed to run the official bookstore at the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference. As an added bonus, all registered conference attendees will receive a 20% discount on purchases of any Books-A-Million merchandise present at the conference center.
Perry Curtis Bales announced that publisher Books in Motion requested the full manuscript of his Western novel Gunfighter's Star. Rosemary Clement-Moore submitted her newest novel, tentatively titled Texas Gothic, to her publisher Delacorte. Michelle O'Neal broke into the national magazine market when her article "Testing, Testing: Understanding Blood and Breath Alcohol Testing" appeared in the winter issue of MADDvocate.
Attendees were reminded that 2010 membership dues must be paid in order to vote in the Board of Directors election in January, or to participate in read and critique sessions next year. Two reference books aimed toward writers of children's and Young Adult literature were added to the Workshop's extensive library and are available to be loaned.
Finally, in conference news, it was announced that retailer Books-A-Million has agreed to run the official bookstore at the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference. As an added bonus, all registered conference attendees will receive a 20% discount on purchases of any Books-A-Million merchandise present at the conference center.