Trophy Room Receives 294th Traditionally Published Book by a Workshop Member
The final business meeting of the year saw a large crowd at the Workshop. Nominations for the 2010 Board of Directors closed with elections to be held in January. Submissions for the Barbara Wilson Award to honor writers of articles and shorter works opened with a March 3 deadline. Finally, George Goldthwaite's audio book From Youth to Vengeance became the 294th title donated to the collection of traditionally published books by Workshop members.
In other news, the annual Christmas party will be held December 16. Members are encouraged to bring a potluck dish. Stephen Manning will teach classes on social media as part of TCU's continuing education courses next year. The 2010 DFW Writers' Conference committee extended an offer to pay a $50 finder's fee to any Workshop member who secures an exhibitor for next year's event.
In other news, the annual Christmas party will be held December 16. Members are encouraged to bring a potluck dish. Stephen Manning will teach classes on social media as part of TCU's continuing education courses next year. The 2010 DFW Writers' Conference committee extended an offer to pay a $50 finder's fee to any Workshop member who secures an exhibitor for next year's event.
Member Stephen Manning to speak at veterans program Saturday, Nov. 14
Stephen Manning will be speaking about his experiences interviewing Texas World War II veterans at the Irving Public Library at 2 p.m. this Saturday. This is a great chance to hear some of the incredible stories from his non-fiction books, The Courage of Common Men and Texans Touched by World War II. Manning interviewed veterans and family members around the state of Texas to collect their memories of the war years.
The Irving Pipe and Drum Honor Guard will perform several numbers, and then Manning will speak. Bob Moffatt will also talk about the Irving Memorial Park Commemorative Brick Program.
Refreshments will be served after the program.
Irving Public Library
801 W. Irving Blvd.
Irving, TX 75060
Map
Parking is available on the Irving Boulevard and Rock Island side of the building, as well as in the parking garage underneath the Library.
Books will be available for signing, including the very last available copies from the publisher's warehouse of The Courage of Common Men.
The Irving Pipe and Drum Honor Guard will perform several numbers, and then Manning will speak. Bob Moffatt will also talk about the Irving Memorial Park Commemorative Brick Program.
Refreshments will be served after the program.
Irving Public Library
801 W. Irving Blvd.
Irving, TX 75060
Map
Parking is available on the Irving Boulevard and Rock Island side of the building, as well as in the parking garage underneath the Library.
Books will be available for signing, including the very last available copies from the publisher's warehouse of The Courage of Common Men.
Member George Goldthwaite Releases His First Audio Book
The November 4 business meeting of the DFW Writers' Workshop saw another full house. Nominations for the 2010 Board of Directors were opened. Members have until the December business meeting to place their names on the ballot. The election will be held during the January business meeting.
In other news, George Goldthwaite announced the release of his Western novel From Youth to Vengeance by Books in Motion. The work is available on CD's, cassettes, and as a download to various media. Rosemary Clement Moore, along with seven other writers, will speak at the Mansfield Library on November 6 from 7 - 9 p.m. Carmen Goldthwaite stated her essay "Burgers n' Butterflies" was accepted by Chicken Soup for the Soul Thank You Mom to be released next year.
Would you like to make some extra money? Then sign up to be an affiliate of the DFW Writers' Conference and make $10 for each person you refer who registers. This program is open to anyone, not just Workshop members. For the guidelines, visit the affiliate program page.
In other news, George Goldthwaite announced the release of his Western novel From Youth to Vengeance by Books in Motion. The work is available on CD's, cassettes, and as a download to various media. Rosemary Clement Moore, along with seven other writers, will speak at the Mansfield Library on November 6 from 7 - 9 p.m. Carmen Goldthwaite stated her essay "Burgers n' Butterflies" was accepted by Chicken Soup for the Soul Thank You Mom to be released next year.
Would you like to make some extra money? Then sign up to be an affiliate of the DFW Writers' Conference and make $10 for each person you refer who registers. This program is open to anyone, not just Workshop members. For the guidelines, visit the affiliate program page.
Member Jamie Harrington Secures Agent Representation
The October 28 meeting of the DFW Writers' Workshop was a night of exciting announcements and scary Halloween-themed reads.
Jamie Harrington stated that she has signed a contract with literary agent Victoria Horn of the Lisa Dawson Associates. Jamie's book, Sketch, is a Young Adult superhero novel. Additionally, Mary Malcolm commented that the full manuscript of her romance novel, Texas Billionaire's Runaway Wife, was requested by Melissa Jeglinks of The Knight Agency.
In other news, A. Lee Martinez will speak at the monthly meeting of the Mystery Writers of America - Southwest this Saturday, October 31 at the Texas Land & Cattle restaurant in Richardson, Texas. Workshop members were reminded that nominations for the 2010 Board of Directors opens during the November 4 business meeting. Gabe Guerrero, winner of the Glenn Bavousett Conference Fund, gave a presentation about what he learned at the Bedford Writers' Workshop presented by fantasy author Sarah A. Hoyt.
Finally, several brave souls met in a dark room decorated with plastic skulls, tombstones, and lots of Halloween candy. They read to a glow of a flickering electric candle, and enjoyed this fun holiday tradition at the Workshop.
Jamie Harrington stated that she has signed a contract with literary agent Victoria Horn of the Lisa Dawson Associates. Jamie's book, Sketch, is a Young Adult superhero novel. Additionally, Mary Malcolm commented that the full manuscript of her romance novel, Texas Billionaire's Runaway Wife, was requested by Melissa Jeglinks of The Knight Agency.
In other news, A. Lee Martinez will speak at the monthly meeting of the Mystery Writers of America - Southwest this Saturday, October 31 at the Texas Land & Cattle restaurant in Richardson, Texas. Workshop members were reminded that nominations for the 2010 Board of Directors opens during the November 4 business meeting. Gabe Guerrero, winner of the Glenn Bavousett Conference Fund, gave a presentation about what he learned at the Bedford Writers' Workshop presented by fantasy author Sarah A. Hoyt.
Finally, several brave souls met in a dark room decorated with plastic skulls, tombstones, and lots of Halloween candy. They read to a glow of a flickering electric candle, and enjoyed this fun holiday tradition at the Workshop.
Neither Rain Nor Rejection Will Stop DFWWW Members From Meeting
Several hardy souls braved the chill of a rainy night to attend the October 21 meeting of the DFW Writers' Workshop. President Russell Connor congratulated members for a coming together to hold a successful "City of Euless Appreciation Celebration" to commemorate DFWWW's twentieth anniversary in the city.
Member Clint Ford announced that he has teamed with illustrator Alec Hanson on a children's book. Kyle White mentioned that he has new horror short stories on the web, one at Sonar4 and one at Bewildering Stories. Speaking of scary tales, members were reminded that during next week's meeting there will be a special room set aside for Halloween-themed reads. Who knows, they might even turn off the lights.
Finally, conference co-chairperson Jeff Posey asked DFWWW members to continue their great efforts toward promoting the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference and Hook 'Em Writing Contest. Appointments with the agents are limited and continue to fill fast, so people were encouraged to register soon.
Member Clint Ford announced that he has teamed with illustrator Alec Hanson on a children's book. Kyle White mentioned that he has new horror short stories on the web, one at Sonar4 and one at Bewildering Stories. Speaking of scary tales, members were reminded that during next week's meeting there will be a special room set aside for Halloween-themed reads. Who knows, they might even turn off the lights.
Finally, conference co-chairperson Jeff Posey asked DFWWW members to continue their great efforts toward promoting the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference and Hook 'Em Writing Contest. Appointments with the agents are limited and continue to fill fast, so people were encouraged to register soon.