Events l Women's National Book Association

“Hey, do you wanna?” That’s how author, musician, and recipient of the 2008 WNBA Award Kathi Kamen Goldmark asked fellow author Amy Tan to join the Rock Bottom Remainders.

SPEED-DATING WITH THE PROS: Vice President & Chair of our 2009 Meet-the-Agents event, Lynn Henriksen, personally invites you to join in the fun of this not-to-be-missed “Pitchfest.” You’ll get no bigger bang for your buck. Upon arrival, buffet breakfast is on us, along with coaching tips to help you bring out your best for your 3-5 minute dates with our growing list of All-Stars:

The list is still growing, as more agents/editors/publishers sign on we’ll let you know.

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Meet the Agents

WRITERS & AUTHORS—This is your chance!

6^th Annual “MEET THE AGENTS/EDITORS” EVENT sponsored by

Women’s National Book Association

Pitch directly to agents and editors—Fiction and Nonfiction

Saturday, March 28, 2008, Sinbad’s, Pier 2, San Francisco

9:00 am Registration

$50 members,

$65 nonmembers,

$75 at the Door.

Buffet Breakfast included.

“Pitch Tips” included with Registration.

“No Host Networking Lunch” at 1:00pm , with 15% discount off any food item (beverages excluded) compliments of Sinbad’s.

See www.WNBA-sfchapter.org

Agents and Publishers participating:

Manic D Press was founded by Jennifer Joseph in 1984. An
internationally-distributed, award-winning independent press based in San
Francisco, Manic D publishes fiction, poetry, pop culture, and art books. We
represent a diverse group of unique writers and artists, with emphasis on
those who have been shunned by the traditional publishing establishment for
lacking commercial viability, regardless of their talent or future promise.
Among our discoveries are authors Beth Lisick, Michelle Tea, and Graham
Roumieu. In 2009 we are celebrating our 25th year of publishing with new
works by Francesca Lia Block, Lynn Breedlove, and Amber Tamblyn, and several
other talented and wonderful writers. www.manicdpress.com

Michael Larsen - Elizabeth Pomada Literary Agents is Northern California's
oldest literary agency, helping writers launch careers since 1972. Members
of the Association of Authors' Representatives, Elizabeth, who represents
commercial and literary fiction plus narrative non-fiction, and Michael, who
handles non-fiction, have sold hundreds of books to more than one hundred
publishers. They are also the co-founders of the San Francisco Writers
Conference and the Writing for Change Conference. www.larsen-pomada.com

April Eberhardt joined Reece Halsey North as a Literary Agent in 2008 after
five years of editorial work with Zoetrope: All-Story, a literary magazine,
and another agency. Her specialty is adult literary fiction, particularly
ironic family dramas and realistic midlife tales, often with a twist,
preferably involving strong female characters. She is attracted to
collections of interlinked stories with a common character or theme. An
original voice and smart, speedy delivery are critical, as is a subtle sense
of the absurd. She enjoys working with new authors to edit and streamline
their manuscripts before submitting them to publishers. April does consider
selected non-fiction works. She does not represent mysteries or murders,
thrillers, historical fiction or fantasy, nor does she represent children's
titles. Pitches should be short and concise, including a brief synopsis of
the work. It's helpful to have 10 pages or so of the manuscript to offer as
a writing sample. www.reecehalseynorth.com

Ted Weinstein is an AAR-member literary agent representing a broad range of
non-fiction for adults. His areas of focus fall into three categories,
narrative, practical and pop culture, more specifically: journalism and
narrative nonfiction; popular science; biography and history; current
affairs; business and personal finance; sports; health, fitness and
medicine; food and cooking; entertainment and pop culture (often based on
popular Web sites or blogs), and quirky reference books. More information
about his agency and clients is available at www.twliterary.com .

Georgia Hughes is editorial director at New World Library (www.newworldlibrary.com), where she acquires and edits nonfiction books in the areas of animals, spirituality, personal growth, sustainable business, animals, and women’s issues. New World Library, publisher of the bestselling The Power of Now and Creative Visualization is a member of the Green Press Initiative. Recent acquisitions include The Life Organizer by Jennifer Louden, Angel Cats and RESCUED: Saving Animals from Disaster by Allen and Linda Anderson, 20 Something, 20 Everything by Christine Hassler, and Secret History of Dreaming by Robert Moss.

Verna Dreisbach is a literary agent and an award winning published author who has been featured in books, literary journals, magazines, and newspapers. Her Seal Press anthology on women and horses is due for publication in 2010. Verna is the founder of Capitol City Young Writers, a national non-profit organization that supports and encourages creative writing in aspiring youth. Dreisbach Literary Management represents both fiction and non-fiction authors with a particular interest in books with a political, economic or social context. With over 13 years of law enforcement experience as a police officer, Verna also has a genuine interest and expertise in the genres of mystery, thriller and true crime.

Women’s National Book Association

April 16, 2009 , Authors' Showcase :
Our popular book preview will be chaired by Elisa Southard. She is a Marketing Queen and will undoubtedly have a wonderful “hook” to help us with promotion. Whether your book is a tangible reality, or a phantom dancing in your imagination, Elisa will offer marketing advice to help you on your journey. Watch wnba-sfchapter.org for more information about this event.

WNBA-SF Members please join us for

“A SPOT LIGHT ON YOU!”

The Annual WNBA-SF Authors’ Showcase and Dinner
Thurs, April 16, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Sinbad’s Restaurant, SF @ Pier 2 on the Embarcadero

(near the Ferry Building ).

Parking available at $5.00.
Dinner Fee: $30.00
Additional Fee Exhibitors: $15.00

(Total Fee for Exhibitors: $45.00)

Come for dinner, networking, fun, author displays, and author interviews. Everyone is welcome to the event; however, we can only accommodate a maximum of 20 authors to exhibit their books! First 20 authors to RSVP with payment will be first

on the list.

Here’s what to do:

STEP ONE: If you wish to attend the event, click below to make your payment for the dinner. If you also want to reserve a spot for exhibiting your book, please be sure to include the additional fee as well. If we can’t accommodate you as an exhibitor, we will refund your exhibitor fee.

STEP TWO: All attendees must also RSVP to Vicki Weiland: vcweiland-writer@yahoo.com .

STEP THREE: If you are exhibiting your book, you must email Elisa Southard for further instructions: Elisa@marketskills.com . Remember, we only have space for the first 20 authors who respond to Elisa.

May 7, 2009, 7 p.m., WNBA-SF Membership Mixer & Election : Don’t miss a chance to network with fellow writers and readers to discuss triumphs and challenges of their writing lives. This will also be a short business meeting with a hands-on tutorial for those of you who would like to learn how to navigate the Members Only section of the web site and also to elect a new slate of WNBA-SF officers. We will be meeting at Kepler’s Books and Magazines in Menlo Park. You may remember that Kepler’s Books received the Lucile Micheels Pannell Award from WNBA last year which has been given annually since 1983 to bookstores that excel in contributing to their communities in ways that bring books and young people together. Refreshments will be served on the red carpet in the newly renovated Kids Korner and members of the Kepler’s staff will be on hand to discuss the world of words with WNBA-SF members and guests. A wine and hors d’oeuvres reception for WNBA-SF members and guests is being provided by Kepler’s Books. RSVP to hospitality@wnba-sfchapter.org by May 1 to allow us to adequately prepare for all of our guests attending this event.