Things were announced! Things were read! Reads were critiqued!

The pilot episode of Workshop is available on YouTube. Laugh, cry, stay tuned for the next episode...Part 1 and Part 2. Workshop was created by Nik Holman and Russell Connor.

Ken Ingle's First Contact has generated some film interest, and he has found a screenwriter for the project.

Rosemary Clement-Moore has a book signing for Texas Gothic on July 16th at the Barnes and Noble in Arlington from 1-3pm.

The DFW Teen Writers' Workshop started on June 18th and will be held on Saturday from 1-3pm until July 30 (no session on July 2). If you are interested in volunteering as a monitor or critiquer, all help is welcome. Also, don't forget to spread the word. More attendees are always welcome. Email us here for registration, questions, or interest.
More information is available here.

There are some great things happening with the DFW Writers' Conference for next year. If you want to stay up to date on all the fantastic things that are happening, start following them on Twitter.

At the business meeting, Steve Manning, Keeper of the List, presented:

Candace Havens Truth or Dare; She Who Dares, Wins
Ken Ingle Who Killed the Killer; To Kill a Thief
A Lee Martinez Chasing the Moon

The DFW Writers’ Workshop is offering a summer program for teens. DFWWW has helped writers for 34 years and our membership boasts over 300 traditionally published books.

The DFW Teen Writers’ Workshop is open to teens between the ages of 13-17. Sessions begin on June 18^th and run through July 30^th (no session on July 2^nd for the Fourth of July holiday).

This isn’t just some summer writing program. We’ll cover the basics of story, conflict, character, and voice, but you’ll be getting it from authors like:

A. Lee Martinez – author of Gil’s All Fright Diner, In the Company of Ogres, A Nameless Witch, The Automatic Detective, Too Many Curses, Monster, and Divine Misfortune. His next novel, Chasing the Moon, will be released on May 25^th.

Candy Havens – author of Charmed & Dangerous, Charmed & Ready, Charmed & Deadly, Like A Charm, The Demon King and I, and Dragons Prefer Blondes, and the biography Joss Whedon: The Genius Behind Buffy. She is one of the nation's leading entertainment journalists. Her entertainment columns can be read in more than 600 newspapers across the country.

Jenny Martin – writer of young adult novels, represented by Sara Crowe at Harvey Klinger Agency. She has taught classes on writing at the DFW Writers' Conference. She has contributed her writing know-how to industry blogs, and is a member of the ALA, TLA, and AASL.

Rosemary Clement-Moore – author of the Maggie Quinn: Girl vs. Evil series, Prom Dates from Hell, Hell Week, and Highway to Hell; and The Splendor Falls. Her next novel, Texas Gothic, will be released July 12.

Qualifications? You want to write. Application? Email us your interest. Price of admission? Free.

Space is limited, so hurry up and get ready to write.

Contact us here .
You can find us on Twitter or Facebook.

The DFW Teen Writers workshop is confirmed for 2011. We are now accepting any inquiries. Send us an email or follow us on social media to stay up do date with schedules, guests speakers, classes, and FAQ.

You can contact us here.

You can find us on Twitter or Facebook.

We look forward to hearing from you.

*Trumpets* Announcements!

The room names in the Simmons building are as follows:

• The Rabbit Hole


• John McCord Room


• Shakespeare Room


• Edgar Allen Poe Room


• Trophy Room

Agent Cherry Weiner was name an honorary member of the DFW Writers' Workshop. She sent her regards through Tom Gensler.

There is a new writers group in Coppell looking for members and assistance in setting up their workshop. Check it out on Thursday, May 19th at the Coppell Public Library.

 

Welcome, writers!

The following occurred at the meeting on May 4th. There was a business meeting before the Workshop began. Please contact a member of the Board if you would like to see the minutes or Treasurer's Report.

Kyle White’s article Tips to Blog Your Way to a Non-fiction Book Deal will be in an upcoming issue of Writer’s Journal

Kenneth Ingle’s fifth book Who Killed the Killer is available now.

A.Lee Martinez’s eighth book Chasing the Moon comes out this month. Stay tuned for more.

Alley Hauldren writes for the Dallas Examiner. She announced they are looking for people to write about pets, family, music, and night life. If interested, see Examiner.com

1st Vice President Carolyn Williamson announced she is inviting three editors in September and is looking for volunteers to help.

Contact Kate if you are interested.

See you next Wednesday!

Down to business.

Kirk updated us on the Teen Workshop. Thanks to everyone who has shown interest. There is a meeting before to discuss the workshop before the meeting on May 4th. If you're interested in volunteering, email Kirk.

The Board has approved a rate change to be voted on by the Workshop on the June 1st business meeting. The change would get rid of the prorated payment. Members will pay $100 every year, regardless of when they joined.

As this is a change to the bylaws, the proposed change will be made available to members to peruse at their leisure.

We will vote on room names at the next meeting.

Donna will be out for 2-3 months beginning May 20th. The board has divided up her duties. If you have any questions or concerns, contact a board member, or 2nd Vice President Kate.

Greetings!

This Wednesdays announcements are as follows:

We have started applying for grants. If you would like to volunteer for this process, please contact Donna.

Director Kirk Von Der Heydt would like to start a teen writers' workshop. We need volunteers to help determine what that would entail and what would be the best way of accomplishing it. If you are interested in helping out, speak with Kirk before the regular meeting or during the break. We appreciate your assistance.

We will vote on room names the first meeting of May. Please make sure someone has your room name suggestion, or it will not be listed on the ballot. Write it down and give it to a board member to be included.

Trumpets and fanfare.

Last night was a business meeting. If you would like the Treasurer's Report, please contact Donna.

Jennifer Duggins will lead our grant committee. We could still use a few research volunteers. Let us know if you are interested.

We voted on and approved two new members of the board last night:

Kirk Von Der Heydt is now Director.

Shawna Smith is now Secretary.

The fearless leaders welcome you to our cadre.

Candace Havens has a book signing on April 16th at 2pm at Barnes & Noble in Lewisville. Come and offer support. A small group plans to meet at Mimi's Cafe across the street from the Barnes & Noble at 12:30pm before the signing. All are welcome.

Make sure to check the bulletin board for announcements, contests, and writing opportunities.

We are still taking suggestions for room names. Please send them in.

Two of DFWWW's fearless leaders have unfortunately had to resign from their positions.

Kyle White's work schedule has changed, and he is now unable to attend the Workshop. Kyle was serving as secretary for his second year and was a wonderful asset. He devoted his invaluable time and effort to the Workshop. His voice on the board will be sorely missed.

We hope that he will be able to join us in the future.

Ron Soule, serving as director, also received a new assignment at his job. He will attempt to attend the Workshop, but can no longer fulfill the time requirements of a Board position. He was ready to represent the Workshop to visitors and serve as a guide to our new members. We will miss his presence on the Board.

Anyone willing to contribute their time to the Workshop is deserving of praise. Both of these men helped see us through the tumultuous upheaval that landed us at our wonderful new location. They were present at the packup, and the move in, as well as the many board meetings that were necessary to safeguard the future of the DFW Writers’ Workshop.

We recognize them for their service and hope they continue writing and critiquing.