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July 2014
For the FULL listing
of all of Alice's Events
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Alice's Poetry Corner
My poems have been accepted in The Southern Poetry Anthology, Kakalak 2014, Poetry in Plain Sight (in Winston-Salem), the Crossing Lines Main Street Rag Anthology, and the Third Thursday Fuquay-Varina Anthology sponsored by Main Street Rag
More details to come!
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Join Margaret at her Book Launch on Sunday, Aug. 3rd at 4pm at the Joyful Jewel,
44-A Hillsboro St. Pittsboro, NC 27312
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Call for Submissions: 2014 Linda Flowers Literary Award
Deadline
July 15
The North Carolina Humanities Council invites original entries of fiction, nonfiction, or poetry for the 2014 Linda Flowers Literary Award. The postmark deadline for submissions is July 15, 2014. There is no entry fee. For more information Click Here
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 Man, It's a Hot One!~That's the lyric from "Smooth," Rob Thomas's huge hit back in 1999 with Santana. It's hot and rainy as we enjoy July 4th and the height of summer. How are you finding your freedom? I'm reading the July Wonderland Book Club book, The Dry Grass of August by AJ Mayhew and rewatching the first season of True Detective. Hope you're taking some time off to Relax, Rejuvenate and Write! (RRW)~
Speaking of RRW, my Dream It, Do It Women's Writing Retreat only has two spaces left. If you're interested in venturing to Western Carolina on Aug 8-11, giving yourself the gift of writing time and enjoying amazing fresh, organic meals direct from the Bend of Ivy property, we'd love to have you join us. It will change your life. I'm not kidding. All of the details on below. Hurry--I'm closing registration on July 31st.
The Writers' Workshop of Asheville Summer Contests
Hard Times Essay Contest Deadline: Extended to July 30, 2014 Write about a difficult experience in your life, how you overcame this obstacle, and how you were changed by it. Winning stories will be chosen for originality and creative writing style. Stories should be previously unpublished, and should not exceed 5,000 words (double-spaced, 12 point font. Your name, address, email and title of work should appear on a separate cover sheet. The entry fee per submission is $25 ($20 for Workshop members).
Multiple entries are accepted. Enclose SASE for critique and list of winners. Make check or money order payable to The Writers' Workshop, and mail to: Hard Times Contest,387 Beaucatcher Road, Asheville, NC; 28805.
Emailed submission may be sent to writersw@gmail.com with "Hard Times Contest" in the subject. The entry fee is Payable online
Literary Fiction Contest Deadline: Postmarked by August 30, 2014. Submit a short story or chapter of a novel of 5,000 words or less. Multiple entries are accepted. All work must be unpublished. Pages should be paper clipped, with your name, address, phone and title of work on a cover sheet. Double-space, and use 12 point font. The entry fee per submission is $25 ($20 for Workshop members). Enclose self-addressed stamped envelope for critique and list of winners. Make check or money order payable to The Writers' Workshop, and mail to: Fiction Contest,387 Beaucatcher Road, Asheville, NC 28805.
Alice's Memoir Workshop Starts Up Again in August
This 6-week workshop covers the key elements of memoir, the Hero's Journey and how to structure a short and a long piece of memoir. In this workshop, you'll learn what editors look for and we'll also discuss the ethical issues that surface when writing about family and friends.
Kick Start Your Memoir: The Next Level with Alice Osborn Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Thursday, August 14 to Thursday, September 18, 2014
(Class meets for 6 Thursdays) Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Bring your lunch! Tuition: $99 Additional editing package is $250, Tuition includes two 10-min accountability phone chats. To Register Click Here
Thank you, Editing Clients!
If you have chosen me to be your editor, I'm so grateful. I'm taking new clients in both fiction and memoir. In fiction my specialties include sci-fi/fantasy, Young Adult and military fiction.
Support Terri Anastasi's new book of poetry, Fending, soon-to-be published by Main Street Rag. This is the link. $4 on sale! I met Terri through one of my and Belea Keeney's free critique sessions this spring and was impressed with her poetry. I introduced her to my publisher, M. Scott Douglass at Main St. Rag and soon we were all cooking on her first poetry chapbook. I say, "This is a book filled with images that carry the weight of misunderstandings, yet the strength and compassion of unconditional love. Watch out, world: we have a brave new poet on our hands."
Check out this Month's Blog Posts
I am accepting new guestbloggers on my blog such as Laura Azzi! Guestblogging is great if you want to get going on your blog, but don't have one yet or are just starting out. Guestblogging gets your name out there, connects you to your readers/followers and also helps me because you're providing super content for my blog. Email me here if you're interested. I recommend before emailing you read at least three months of my blog posts to get a feel for what I accept. What the Zhang Boys Know: A Book Review Posted by Alice Osborn June 29, 2014 Today we welcome fine artist/teacher and novelist Laura Azzi to Write from the Inside Out. Laura lives in Raleigh, NC, and is extremely active in Wonderland Book Club, a monthly gathering of the NC Writers' Network Wake County members. Today we're featuring her review of Clifford Garstang's novel in stories, What the Zhang Boys Know. Read More...
How To Stay Grounded After Abandonment
June 23, 2014
When you read Salt in the Sugar Bowl, the novella by Angela Belcher Epps, prepare to feel angry, sympathetic, and optimistic. If you are lucky enough to catch an Epps reading, she will tell you right up front what this book is about: the effects of abandonment. Read More...
And just for the Fourth of July here's an oldie but goodie from the video archives when I was at Mt. Rushmore! Enjoy~
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Have a super Happy Fourth of July with your friends and family,
Alice
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 Never make the readers aware that he or she is being told a story.
Create like a child would, without concern for what others may think or whether it's been done before.
To discover your voice, write as if your only reader is an intelligent but uninformed friend, and old friend whom you trust.
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Wake County Open Mics
Fuquay Varina Third Thursdays Open Mic Reading Series (Literary Open Mic)
STARS Theater and Arts Center, 123 E. Vance St.
Thurs July 17th
3rd Thursday of every month, 6-8:30pm
Organizer: Jan B. Parker
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Dream It, Do it: 2nd Annual Women's Writing Retreat with Alice Osborn
***TWO SPOTS LEFT***
Location: Bend of Ivy Lodge, Marshall, NC outside of Asheville 3717 Bend of Ivy Rd. Marshall, NC 28753
Friday-Monday August 8-11, 2014 4-Day, 3-Night Retreat!
Tuition: $750, all inclusive room, board and instruction
Immerse yourself in a weekend of writing without interruption in the mountains of Western Carolina. This is your answer to, "I'll write when I can find the time!" Come and fulfill your purpose, which is to write. Empowered women are powerful writers-grab your power so you can dream and accomplish your dreams of writing your story! Together over the course of this weekend, we'll delve into our stories of defining moments, healing and self discovery. This is called "Living the Writing Life!"
There'll be plenty of time for reflection and individual writing during the day, and on Saturday night we'll share our work over  marshmallows and fellowship. Bend of Ivy Lodge is an intimate retreat setting surrounded by woods, rivers and streams that will foster community and creativity. Relax by the waterfall, hear the call of herons and walk the many trails on the converted tobacco farm property.
Participation limited to 15 women writers of any genre and experience. If you haven't already worked with Alice, please submit a two-page writing sample with your registration to Alice Osborn to best accommodate your experience at this retreat. You'll be treated to eight organic meals and snacks. Bring your hearts, your pens and paper. All writers receive a 30-minute consult with Alice Osborn. Wonderland Book Club, Co-sponsored by the NC Writers' Network
Presents Author A.J. (Anna Jean) Mayhew, The Dry Grass of AugustLocation: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Suite 106, Raleigh, NC Friday, July 25, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m.-noon To Register Click HereJoin us for July's Wonderland Book Club as Charlotte-born author  A.J. (Anna Jean) Mayhew joins us for our discussion of her debut novel, The Dry Grass of August. On a scorching day in August 1954, thirteen-year-old Jubie Watts leaves Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family for a Florida vacation. Crammed into the Packard along with Jubie are her three siblings, her mother, and the family's black maid, Mary Luther. Jubie takes note of the anti-integration signs they pass and of the racial tension that builds as they journey further south. But she could never have predicted the shocking turn their trip will take. More information about ordering the book and book club discussion questions are at http://www.annajeanmayhew.com. Kick Start Your Memoir: The Next Level with Alice Osborn
Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609Thursday, August 14 to Thursday, September 18, 2014 (Class meets for 6 Thursdays) Time: 11:30am-1:30pm
Bring your lunch!Tuition: $99 Additional editing package is $250, Tuition includes two 10-min accountability phone chats.To Register Click Here  Have you completed Alice's Beginning Memoir Workshop Series and wish to continue? Or have you started working on your memoir and now wonder what is the next step? This class offers fun and interactive exercises and feedback to help you construct your memoir and build upon your foundation. Move forward in the direction you want to go by creating a memoir that will dazzle your readers. This class is best-suited for writers who have previous writing experience or who have been working on their memoirs. Participants bring their own lunch and there'll be a half hour lunch break. Your tuition includes two 10-min accountability phone chats and if you'd like Alice to edit your memoir pages during the class, consider purchasing the $250 editing package (valued at $800). Coffee Talk Art Opening Presenting Artist Deb Wuliger Featuring Poet Alice Osborn
Location: Durham Arts CouncilFriday, August 15, 2014 Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.  Open to the public and refreshments servedCelebrate the opening of artist Deb Wuliger's "Coffee Talk Series" at the Durham Arts Council during Durham's Third Friday Art Walk. This exhibit also features the poetry of Alice Osborn, Cherryl T. Cooley, Arthur Powers, Bianca Diaz, and A. Kat Reece in collaboration with Deb's work. See the Coffee Talk paintings here: http://www.debrawuliger.com/coffee-talk-series.html. Durham Third Friday is always a great time to gallery hop and check out everything downtown Durham has to offer in terms of food, art and culture. Book Launch for author Eric Shonkwiler with a special appearance by poet Alice Osborn
Location: The Regulator Bookshop, 720 Ninth St., Durham, NC 27705Monday, Sept 22, 2014 Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
OPEN TO THE PUBLICMeet novelist Eric Shonkwiler ( www.ericshonkwiler.com) while he visits the Triangle on his national tour for his debut novel, Above All Men. Raleigh poet Alice Osborn makes a special appearance at the event and will read poems from her published as well as unpublished works. Write and Publish Your Memoir Like a Rock Star with Belea T. Keeney and Alice Osborn
Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014 Time: 6:30-9:30  p.m.
Refreshments served **EVENING CLASS**
Fee: $29, spaces limited. Please register early.
To Register Click Here When you write your memoir you are the rock star of your story. You have overcome obstacles, experienced failures, braved the elements and have come out on top. In this workshop with editors/authors Alice Osborn and Belea T. Keeney, you'll learn how you can harness the power of your inner rock star by charting your narrative arc, finding your theme and giving your characters a strong voice. This workshop offers fun exercises and guidance to help you write your memoir and launch it out into the world stage for readers. We invite all levels of writers to join us
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Want to Get Published the Right Way? Contact Alice TODAY!
919-971-9414
9660-138 Falls of Neuse #294
Raleigh, NC 27615
Alice Osborn, M.A. is the author of three books of poetry: After the Steaming Stops (Main Street Rag, 2012), Unfinished Projects (Main Street Rag, 2010) and Right Lane Ends (Catawba, 2006) and is the editor of the anthology, Tattoos (Main Street Rag, 2012); she is an editor-for-hire and writing coach. Her writing has appeared in Raleigh's News and Observer, Soundings Review, The Pedestal Magazine, and in numerous journals and anthologies. She serves on the Board of Trustees for the North Carolina Writers' Network. She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, with her husband, two children and three birds. When she's not writing, she's probably practicing dancing or playing her fiddle or guitar. Visit her website: www.aliceosborn.com.
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