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.
Book Deals & Book Signings Fill Workshop News
September ended with a full house at the DFW Writers' Workshop, but with little news.
A. Lee Martinez signed a new contract with his publisher, Orbit, for two as of yet untitled (and unwritten) novels. Kenneth E. Ingle will sign copies of his work at the North Texas Book & Paper Show at Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall in Fort Worth this Saturday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
On the conference front, members were reminded that they still have time to catch the early-bird discount before the price goes up, and the Hook 'Em Writing Contest is open for entries.
A. Lee Martinez signed a new contract with his publisher, Orbit, for two as of yet untitled (and unwritten) novels. Kenneth E. Ingle will sign copies of his work at the North Texas Book & Paper Show at Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall in Fort Worth this Saturday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
On the conference front, members were reminded that they still have time to catch the early-bird discount before the price goes up, and the Hook 'Em Writing Contest is open for entries.
Workshop Member Mary Malcolm Celebrates the Release of Her First Romance Novel
Member Mary Malcolm announced the early release of her first romance novel, Diner Girl, during the August 26th meeting of the DFW Writers' Workshop. Mary proudly displayed the book with its impressive cover artwork. The novel officially goes on sale at the end of this week.
In other news, Alley Hauldren commented that the Fort Worth Examiner has hired her to pen regular articles concerning writers' workshops and conferences. The DFWWW library continues to grow as two new books, the 2010 Writers' Market and Creative Characters, were added to the already impressive array of reference materials.
In conference news, members were reminded that the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference is approaching fast and they should register soon. Also, the deadline for the Hook 'Em Writing Contest is January 16, 2010. The contest is open to all writers, regardless of attendance at the conference.
Finally, for writers who enjoy speculative fiction, it was announced that noted science fiction and fantasy writer, David Farland, will present a workshop in Dallas, October 10 - 11. See RuneLords.Com for more details.
In other news, Alley Hauldren commented that the Fort Worth Examiner has hired her to pen regular articles concerning writers' workshops and conferences. The DFWWW library continues to grow as two new books, the 2010 Writers' Market and Creative Characters, were added to the already impressive array of reference materials.
In conference news, members were reminded that the 2010 DFW Writers' Conference is approaching fast and they should register soon. Also, the deadline for the Hook 'Em Writing Contest is January 16, 2010. The contest is open to all writers, regardless of attendance at the conference.
Finally, for writers who enjoy speculative fiction, it was announced that noted science fiction and fantasy writer, David Farland, will present a workshop in Dallas, October 10 - 11. See RuneLords.Com for more details.