PACIFIC NORTHWEST WRITERS ASSOCIATION
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PNWA Member News:
Writers' Group Seeking Members:
A group of experienced writers interested in adding members for
electronic critiques of literary novels. Contact Chris at [email protected]
for more information Looking for Critique Group
Woodinville writer of Mystery, Thriller, and Romance looking to participate in a
critique group consisting of published and yet-to-be published writers of mixed
genres or specializing in one listed above. I prefer Eastside but will travel
(within reason) to join the right group. Anxious to exchange ideas, experiences,
and knowledge while offering constructive critiques. Please contact Rose at [email protected]
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PNWA 2010 Literary Contest:
It's
your chance to shine. Every writer knows there comes a time to send
their work out into the world. Don't miss this opportunity to put your
work to the test and compete with some of the best at the Annual PNWA
Literary Contest. There are 12 categories, cash prizes and accepted
entries receives two valuable critiques. In addition, finalists' entries are read and judged by an agent or editor to determine the top three in each category. Winners are announced every
year at the Summer Conference in front of writers, agents and editors
Featuring Twelve Categories:
- Mainstream
- Historical Genre (NEW THIS YEAR)
- Romance Genre
- Mystery/Thriller Genre
- Science Fiction/Fantasy
- Young Adult Novel
- Non-Fiction Book/Memoir
- Screen Writing
- Poetry
- Short Story
- Children's Picture Book or Chapter Book
- Adult Short Topics (Article/Essay/Short Memoir)
Please visit our website (www.pnwa.org) for details and contest entry form.
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Classes/Workshops:
Sayulita Writers Workshops The Sayulita Writers Workshops offers aspiring and professional writers
and writing teachers an opportunity to experience Mexico in a relaxed,
welcoming setting: a small, colorful, and lively beachfront town with
an eclectic population mix of Mexicans and expat Americans and
Europeans. The eclectic program features classes ranging from your
fundamental, "How to Write a Novel," (taught by best-selling novelist Jennifer Belle) to "The Art and Soul of Food Writing,"
(taught by author-chef-blogger Becky Selengut) and everything in
between. Both aspiring and already successful writers will find
something of interest to study - and what a great place to hang out and
write between classes!
For more information please visit: sayulitawritersworkshops.com
UW EXTENSION
WRITERS' CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS NOW ACCEPTING
REGISTRATIONS
The University of Washington Extension 2009-10 Writers'
Certificate Programs are now accepting registrations. All programs, taught by
published authors, are designed to help you gain skills and make progress on
your own writing. Most programs begin in later September or early October 2009;
others begin in Winter 2009. Evening writers' programs are offered on the
University of Washington main campus, in downtown Seattle, and in Bellevue.
Choose Your Writing
Program
Do
you have a story, article or memoir waiting to be born?
Writers' Certificate
Programs at UW Extension have helped hundreds of writers craft popular and
literary fiction, memoirs, children's literature, and nonfiction works. Many
writers who participated in these programs have established themselves as
professionals with published works to their credit. Each program is designed
with the adult learner in mind, which allows students to collaborate with fellow
writers in developing their writing abilities. Courses in all programs are
taught by published authors, and most programs feature notable guest speakers.
Writers'
Programs All
programs build creative and technical skills. The following certificate programs
are open admission, meaning you simply register for the first-term course:
- Literary
Fiction I
- Memoir
- Memoir
(Six-month Format)
- Nonfiction
- Nonfiction
(Six-month format)
- Popular
Fiction I
- Popular
Fiction I (Winter Intensive)
- Writing
for Children Related Certificate Programs:
- Editing
Screenwriting
If you have questions
about your eligibility for any of these programs, please give us a call at
888-469-6499.
Additional information is available at www.extension.washington.edu/ext/certificates/wrp/wrp_gen.asp
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Events/Speakers:
2009 Southern
Oregon Book and Author Fair
Northwest
authors interested in participating in the 2009 Southern Oregon Book and Author Fair on Saturday, November
21, 2009 at the Ashland Springs Hotel in Ashland, Oregon can email [email protected] for
additional information.
The author registration fee is $25 for half of the
space at a six-foot-long table. Both fiction and nonfiction authors are
welcome. Space is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served
basis.
This annual event has become a regional favorite, bringing readers and
authors together. Authors will be on-hand selling and autographing their books
throughout the day. A special fair-discounted room rate has been arranged for a
limited number of hotel rooms at the Ashland Springs Hotel for authors who may
be driving long distances
September meeting of Seattle Free Lances:Scott Driscoll, University of Washington literary writing instructor and free lance writer, will be the main speaker at the Seattle Free Lances meeting Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Lake City Elks Lodge, 14540 Lake City Way NE, Shoreline. A social hour will begin at 5:15 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. and the program at 7. Reservations are required at least one week prior to the event. For reservations, Email [email protected]. |
Miscellaneous:
Author-Editor Clinic
Want to get your novel, memoir, or nonfiction manuscript in shape? The
Seattle-based Author-Editor Clinic has been helping authors revise and polish their books-in-progress since 2004. One reasonable rate is charged for a complete read and thorough editorial critique that will cover
topics such as structure, plot, characters, voice, timelines, and
narrative pacing. Our Fall session will take place October 1 -
November 12, 2009. For details, see our website at
www.authoreditorclinic.com or contact our session manager Kyra Freestar
([email protected], 206-300-2601, and she answers the phone almost
all the time, too).
"The close reading editors in Barbara Sjoholm's Author-Editor
Clinic gave my manuscript inspired me to go the distance in a next
draft." - Sheila Bender, author and publisher
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