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Writers’ Mill Minutes 201809
Writers’ Mill Minutes September 16th 2018
Around 12 of us braved the unexpected storm to hear a fantastic talk from Matt Haynes about books, writing, and especially narration. As we arrived, the sun came out, and we welcomed several new members who’d found us via Meetup. Someone suggested that maybe more time will be spent on indoor pursuits like writing as the weather turns cooler. If you agree, make sure you mark your calendars and save the date, October 21st, for Beth Jusino’s next visit, when the library brings her in to share those all-important self-editing tips. Continue reading Writers’ Mill Minutes 201809
Protected: Author Marketing Plan with Beth Jusino, August 19th 2018
Writers’ Mill Minutes 201806
Minutes from June’s meeting with thanks to our speaker Beth Jusino, Lynne for obtaining the grant for her to join us, LaVonna for leading the meeting, Jean for taking minutes, and Judy for ensuring the minutes got sent out in a timely manner. With thanks to everyone else too — I’m still jetlagged; I’m sure I’ve forgotten someone! Continue reading Writers’ Mill Minutes 201806
Beth Jusino – Pitch Your Book
Beth Jusino began her presentation with setting parameters for questions and stated that she will be happy to discuss individual projects in person following the two-hour session. With a slide presentation to highlight her talk, Beth presented “Pitch Your Book so That Publishers Pay Attention.” She showed us how to master the synopsis, the hook, and the verbal pitch to publishers and agents.
Continue reading Beth Jusino – Pitch Your BookProtected: John Hoover on Idiots and Publishers, May 2018
Writers’ Mill Minutes 201805
Writers’ Mill Minutes May 20th 2018
Twenty members attended May’s Writers’ Mill meeting and enjoyed an amusing, intriguing and very informative talk from John Hoover, the best-selling author of How to Work for an Idiot and other fascinating titles. John described a little of his past, working for Disney, managing audiobooks for McGraw Hill, helping clients at Boeing, Delta, Hilton and many more… then went on to describe how he entered the world of writing and coaching instead of publishing. Great conversation, questions and answers ensued, as you’ll find in the notes at the end of these minutes. Continue reading Writers’ Mill Minutes 201805
Protected: One Self-Publisher’s Experience, from Joyce Creswell’s talk, April 15th 2018
Protected: How to find an agent, from a workshop led by Teri Brown
Writers’ Mill Minutes 201803
Writing Exercise (from Teri Brown): Teri handed around scent vials during our meeting. Maybe just stand at an open window (on this lovely spring day) and see what smell reaches your nose. Then write for 10 minutes and see what story reaches the page. Continue reading Writers’ Mill Minutes 201803