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In This
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From Our Chapter
President
Announcements
From Our Literacy
Liaisons
Author
Spotlight
WNBA National
News
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From our Literacy
Liaisons Dear WNBA Members and Friends,
Since I became co-literacy liaison with Teresa, we
have devoted our space to lauding great literary works and
events around the Bay Area, but I would like to share a few
lines about basic literacy and how so many people still are
left out.
Recently, a distant cousin visited me from Ireland. The man
is 55 years old and until two years ago could neither read nor
write. I was very surprised to learn this because Ireland has
a very good educational system. He explained to me that in
his first year in elementary school he was very ill and got
behind. Then his second year he was playing ball, broke his
leg and was out for another four months. He had a hard time
learning and as a result was beaten by his teachers. Happily,
as in the United States, this practice is no longer allowed. He was
then sent to a special school run by a religious order of Brothers,
where he ran away after a month.
With such a traumatic educational beginning, it’s not hard to
understand how someone could fall through the cracks. He stayed in
school until age 15. How he managed this and what he learned
is beyond me. He has gotten by in life mainly by his wits, being
gregarious and relying a lot on others, mainly women. Much in
the Irish tradition, he lived with his mother until she died a few
years ago. I have to give him a lot of credit because it took
a lot of courage to go back to school at age 53.
As a writer, I struggle with words on a much different level.
Nevertheless, this experience reminded me what a rich life I have
through reading and understanding the world around
me.
Sincerely,
Patricia Costello
LiteracyLiaison@wnba-sfchapter.org
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Author
Spotlight
Bookworm talks to Cynthia Borris,
award-winning author of No
More Bobs
Cynthia
Borris is the award-winning author of No More
Bobs, a romantic comedy. She resides in Northern California
and is a frequent Chicken Soup for the Soul and Cup
of Comfort contributor. An active member of the
National Society of Newspaper Columnists, she is
currently working on her next novel Plot 37. She
welcomes your visit at: www.cynthiaborris.com
and www.cynthiaborris.blogspot.com.
When did you start writing?
In 1961, I wrote my first novelette, The Pumpkinhead Family,
complete with illustrations. The first edition, stapled
at the seam and dog-eared at the corners is a collector’s item
and should you find it, please call me and I’ll collect the
item.
Why did you choose your particular genre?
It chose me. Quirky mystery with a romantic
twist. That’s me. Somewhat unpredictable and out of the
box.
As I welcomed my talent and let the words unfold, I discovered
the gift of laughter. Who was I to keep this to myself?
For me, humor is like writing a symphony. It’s very musical.
Humor has a rhythm and I guess it’s the rhythm of my creative
soul.
What inspired you to
choose your subject matter?
In 1986, I stepped into the role of single mom.
I quickly learned to fly solo in the parenthood seat.
Navigational skills questionable, I moved forward in
uncharted territory. My three kids tighten their
seat belts and together we held on for the ride. The
moments -both good and bad - we shared along the way are
the catalyst for my work.
My first novel, No More Bobs, is based on a woman who dates
seven Bobs and counting in one year. As any good writer, I did
the field research and dated seven Bobs and counting in one
year.
While I was trying to simply survive I didn’t realize these
dark days would be the non-fiction stories that I’d share down
the down. Now the moments uplift and inspire and I’m thrilled
be able to give back and encourage.
For example, I love reading for a “Girl’s Night In.” I read
stories from A Cup of Comfort for Single Mothers, Chicken Soup
for the Single Parent’s Soul and a teaser from No More Bobs.
After an hour, I open the floor to the women and I’m not sure
who benefits more, me or them. I feel like I’ve gone full
circle in life and giving back is awesome.
I love offering a “Bob-fest of Laughter” or a “Girl’s Night
In.” Every one has a great
time. How
difficult/easy has your experience been as a published
writer?
I started my career as a
newspaper columnist. Earned a whooping $.25/column inch. I’m a
columnist at heart and belong to the National Society of
Newspaper Columnists. Derailed by life, I shunned my creativity
and maintained a nine-to-five job. Definitely not for me, in
1999 my kids declared ‘Mom, it’s your time’. They presented me
with a Chicken Soup for the Soul submission. Embraced with the
support, I wrote Bare Bottoms and Dancing Toes. Minutes from
the deadline, I dropped the story into the mailbox. Ready for
celebration, I bought a bottle of two-buck Chuck. Weeks moved
forward, the mailman deposited a rejection noticed in the mail.
I drank the two-buck wine anyway.
Afterwards, I looked at the story and understood. It was raw.
My skills stale and stiff, I decided I needed to go back to
school.
Tenacious, I joined an online writer’s group, Writer’s Village
University. Unbridled, I sent Cyber classmates screaming down
invisible halls with my untamed creativity. I stayed, polished
my POV, structure, and beginnings, middles and ends.
Down the road Bare Bottoms and Dancing Toes became my most
sought after story.
What
advice would you give other aspiring authors?
Do your
homework. Know your market, study the publication and meet your
deadlines. Realize that writing is a business and work with the
editors, publishers and agents as a team player. Be
user-friendly.
If needed, go back to school. Get the rust out of your toolbox
of skills and go for it. You can publish and be successful. And
most importantly, have fun.
Anything else you would like to share
with the WNBA?
Celebrate the wonderful friendships and network of
opportunities with members. Get out from behind the computer
and welcome the warmth of a hug and friendly smile. Network,
support each other and always ask “What can I do for
you?”
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LOOKING AT THE WOMEN’S NATIONAL
BOOK ASSOCIATION
By,
B. Lynn Goodwin
"What we see depends mainly on what
we look for. " ~John
Lubbock
When we write, we are usually alone.
We need more. How does an author break away
from the isolation and share triumphs,
sorrows, and needs? Join a writing group, go
to conferences, and network with the Women’s
National Book Association.
I first heard of the Women’s
National Book Association after I interviewed
Teresa LeYung Ryan for Writer Advice,
www.writeradvice.com
, back when her mother-daughter
novel Love Made of Heart was newly
published. Though I loved her enthusiasm and
her sparkling outreach skills, I had no book
and no spare time, so I did not
join.
Now Writer Advice has expanded to an
e-zine and I have a book, YOU WANT ME TO
DO WHAT? Journaling for Caregivers, which
offers encouragement, instructions, and over
200 sentence-starts to help anyone begin or
continue a journaling practice. While I still
have no spare time, my other circumstances
have changed.
Recently I responded to a blurb
about the Women’s National Book Association
forwarded by the California Writers Club.
When Teresa wrote back, I was delighted to
reconnect. Her enthusiasm was contagious this
time, and I attended my first WNBA mixer at
Diesel Books on Saturday, January
24.
We clustered in the back of Diesel,
sitting on the striped sofa and surrounding
chairs or standing around the book and
refreshment tables. After hearing about
upcoming events and volunteer opportunities,
members were invited to talk for one minute,
a great time limit for people working on
elevator pitches.
As novelists, memoirists,
journalists, non-fiction writers, and poets
spoke, I stole a glance at the audience. They
were engrossed as women spoke of
accomplishments, hopes, and needs.
Afterwards, small groups exchanged plans and
dreams, and I understood why WNBA is a great
place to network.
I was the next to last presenter,
and I was so concerned about staying within
the one-minute time limit that I forgot to
ask how I could help you. I’m grateful for
this opportunity to fix that.
- Can Writer Advice,
www.writeradvice.com
, announce your latest
publication?
- Do you know a group of
volunteers or family caregivers who
would benefit from a free,
introductory "Journaling for
Caregivers" workshop?
- Do you need a manuscript
consultation?
- Would you like to earn
reviewing credits for your resume or
submit a piece of your writing to
Writer Advice’s Flash Prose
Contest?
Thanks for letting me know you and
for sharing highlights of your journey. I
look forward to learning more at future
meetings.
B.
Lynn Goodwin is a writer, editor,
teacher, and former caregiver, who has been
published in numerous newspapers, e-zines,
and anthologies. Her book, YOU WANT ME TO
DO WHAT? Journaling for Caregivers (Tate
Publishing) came out in December 2008. She is
the founder and managing editor of Writer
Advice, www.writeradvice.com
, which is currently running its
Fourth Annual Flash Prose Contest. Guidelines
are on the home page at www.writeradvice.com
. Check out all that Writer Advice
offers.
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Announcements (cont.)
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News Flash!
ALL WNBA members have access to
NYC panels via streaming media!
Upcoming
Panel: Book Marketing on the Web:
Publicity, Web Site Development, and
Advertising
Wednesday, March
18, 2009 from 6:30-8 pm
Visit www.wnba-nyc.org for more
information
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Member News....
Joan Gelfand will be the
featured reader at Poetry Center San Jose on March 3rd at
7:30pm. 1st Tuesday Series sponsored by San
Jose State University, 420 S. 1st Street San Jose, C
A. Free - open mic
follows!
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WNBA EVENTS AT A
GLANCE
When: February
13-15, 2009
What: Help
staff the WNBA table at the San Francisco Writers
Conference. Don't miss this great
event.
Contact: President@wnba-sfchapter.org
to staff our table.
For conference
registration: www.sfwriters.org
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When: March
5, 2009, 6:00-8:00pm
What: Board Meeting—all members
welcomed to
attend
Where:
San
Francisco Public Library
Contact: Vicki Weiland for more
information at: hospitality@wnba-sfchapter.org
RSVP to Mary
at president@wnba-sfchapter.org
by March 2 if you would like to add anything to the
agenda.
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When: Thursday, March 12,
2009, 7:00-9:00PM
What: Readings / Networking /
Reception
Where: BookShop West Portal, 80 West
Portal Ave., San Francisco
Cost: free; donations
welcome
WNBA Members who want to read their
published works or works-in-progress at this or
future open mike, please e-mail Pam at:
pam@pamreitman.com
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When: Saturday, March 28,
2009, 9:30am – 12:30pm
What: "Meet-the-Agents &
Acquisitions Editors "
VP Lynn Henriksen
chairs this event.
Where: Sinbad's
Pier 2 Restaurant, Embarcadero St. at
Mission St. San Francisco CA
94105
Cost: $50/member; $65/non-member; $75 at
door
Buffet Breakfast included; “No Host
Networking Lunch” at 1:00pm
Cut-off Friday March 20 for member & non-member
prices www.wnba-sfchapter.org
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When : Thurs. April 16,
2009 time to be
announced soon
What: "Authors' Showcase—Propel
Your Platform from Both Sides"
Our signature event
will be co-chaired by our Marketing Coach Elisa
Southard and past-president Debbie Gisonni. Be a
showcase author. Email Elisa now.
Where: Sinbad's Pier 2 Restaurant,
Embarcadero St. at Mission St., SF
Email: Elisa@marketskills.com
www.wnba-sfchapter.org
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When : Thurs. May 7, 2009 5:30
board meeting; 7:00-9:00pm Mixer
What: WNBA-SF Board Meeting, Mixer
& Election at Kepler's Books and Magazines in
Menlo Park
RSVP by May 1 st
to hospitality@wnba-sfchapter.org
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When : June 2, 2009
What : Effie Lee
Morris Lecture featuring children's book author
Pat Mora
Where: San Francisco Public Library,
100 Larkin Street (at Grove)
www.wnba-sfchapter.org
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Did you
know?
WNBA MEMBER ADVANTAGES:
Do you have a new book or service you would like to promote?
- Increase exposure by linking your website to our SF
chapter site and writing new posts on our
Blog.
- Gain ideas from other members
through E-newsletter
Bookworm.
- Check our website calendar not only
for WNBA sponsored events, but also those
with other organizations.
- Grab opportunities to provide
leadership to the chapter – join a committee
or run for office.
- List your book on our National Site
– under Author books; List your name in our
national database of members
.
- Have your book noted in our National
Magazine, The Bookwoman.
Published 3x /year, The
Bookwoman is sent out to all chapters
and members (700+) and industry professionals
for a total circulation of 3,000
.
- Ask to present your book at our
Authors Showcase – contact Elisa
Southard.
- Sign up for open mike at our
sponsoring bookstore: Bookshop West Portal,
SF. Contact Pam Reitman.
- Work with all of our 8 chapters to
network, plan book tours, build your platform.
- Have fun! Foster
relationships!
Sign up or renew (only $45!) on our
website: www.wnba-sfchapter.org
and Use PayPal.
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From Our Chapter
President
Dear WNBA-SF
Friends,
Will you be my Valentine? As a little girl we would decorate shoe
boxes with construction paper and spend hours cutting out hearts
which we’d slather with white paste and glitter. Over red Kool-Aid
and sugar cookies with red sprinkles we’d examine our haul of
hearts in all shapes and sizes. This is the month of hearts, as we
all know, but February is cause for celebration of so many other
occasions. For instance, you may know it is Black History Month
which is especially significant this year with our new president,
but did you know it is also American Heart Month, Mend a Broken
Heart Month, Parent Leadership Month, Plant the Seeds of Greatness
Month, Relationship Wellness Month, Senior Independence Month,
Sweet Potato Month, Youth Leadership Month, Return Shopping Carts
to the Supermarket Month, and (my personal favorite) Spunky Old
Broads Month?
There is a theme here—hearts. Hearts wide open with affection.
Hearts in need of mending, both physically and emotionally. Hearts
swelling with pride. Hearts seeking compassion. Hearts in search of
kindred spirits. With the media focusing so much on what is wrong
in the world right now, and at the risk of sounding like one of
those Spunky Old Broads we are celebrating this month, I’d like to
invite all of us to open up our hearts and concentrate on what is
right.
One thing I think is “right” is WNBA-SF. We are a terrific
organization of women, and men!, who support, encourage and
celebrate each other on our passionate-about-words journey. Our
programs and events are designed to enhance your writing life. Our
Membership Mixer at Oakland’s Diesel Bookstore on Jan. 24 was great
fun. Diesel’s cozy, welcoming atmosphere helped everyone get in a
networking mood and we all took a turn talking about our work at
the microphone. If you missed it, mark your calendars for our next
Membership Mixer on May 7, 7 p.m. at Kepler’s Books and Magazines
in Menlo Park.
Don’t miss your chance to pitch your work to an agent or publisher
at our March 28, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet-the-Agents/Publishers
event at Sinbad’s Restaurant in San Francisco. Sign up early to
receive coaching from WNBA-SF seasoned participants in preparing
your message. Look for more information in this newsletter, or
visit the web site at www.wlnba-sfchapter.org. For more information
contact Lynn Henriksen at vicepresident@wnba-sfchapter.org.
Wishing you all a February full of heartfelt sentiments.
Be well,
Mary
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Announcements
Promote your work!
WNBA Members Get to
Read
at BookShop West
Portal
Our next event at BookShop West Portal will be on Thursday, March
12, 7:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Pam Reitman. Each reader will get 7-10
minutes at the microphone. After the readings, we will have time to
network. Members who would like to read their published works or
works-in-progress should e-mail Pam, pam@pamreitman.com. The line-up
will be composed of writers on the waiting list and
first-come-first-serve responses to this call. For writers with published works,
this is a chance to sell books! If you don't get on the
roster this time, Pam will add your name to the
waiting-list.
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WNBA-SF Board Meeting, Thurs., March 5,
6 p.m. San Francisco Public Library, San
Francisco
All WNBA-SF members are welcome to attend
monthly WNBA-SF board meetings. It is your chance to help us
plan, promote and produce WNBA-SF programs and events. RSVP
to Mary at president@wnba-sfchapter.org
by March 2 if you would like to add anything
to the agenda.
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WRITERS &
AUTHORS
This is your
chance!
6th
Annual
“MEET THE AGENTS/EDITORS”
EVENT
Sponsored
by
Women’s National Book Association
Pitch
directly to agents and editors—Fiction and
Nonfiction
Whether your manuscript is
ready to be launched into the world, or a draft
of an amazing story, don’t miss this
opportunity to talk about your work with those
who are in-the-know in the industry. Attending
this event could change your writing life and
it certainly would be more exciting than your
typical Saturday morning!
Saturday, March 28, 2008
Sinbad’s, Pier 2, San Francisco
9:30am Registration
Details: $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.
Visit www.WNBA-sfchapter.org
for more information.
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Seeking WNBA-SF
Visionaries
We are
forming a Nominating Committee in preparation for
an election of officers at our May WNBA-SF meeting.
Let us know if you have a skill we could borrow for a few
hours a month, or if you know of someone who has
expertise in areas such as being a non-profit treasurer,
or any other position that is vital to a membership based
organization.
Our mission as the WNBA-SF board is to
plan programs members have requested us to repeat, and
implement new ideas for fun programs which also have
professional development components, but we need
your help to accomplish these tasks. Any and everyone
interested in shaping the future of WNBA-SF is asked to
contact Vicki at hospitality@WNBA-SF.org
to be part of this committee which will meet in late
March.
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New
Class Forming:
"Build Your
Writer's Resume"
How do you get
to the New Yorker? Practice.
In this monthly class we'll discuss strategies for
building your writer's resume as well as book promotion
and publicity for new and upcoming books.
Fiction,
non-fiction writers and poets welcome.
Meets the third Wednesday of the month February - June
7-9PM. Location in SF, close to BART & MUNI;
plentiful street parking. WNBA members receive
10% discount on class fee. See http://joangelfand.com for
more information
or call 415-66509292
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Writers' Forum in
Petaluma
Writers Forum was founded to bring writing information
to
participants. A variety of speakers talk about the
craft of writing and the business of writing.
We meet the third Thursday of each month, 7 pm to 9 pm,
at the Petaluma Community Center in Petaluma. $15 at
the door. No rsvp necessary.
More info: www.thewritespot.us
Interested folks can contact Marlene at mcullen@comcast.net
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Chocolate and
Poetry
Monday, February 16th at Moe's ( 2476 Telegraph Avenue,
Berkeley) in Berkeley.
Come hear poets Joan Gelfand, Kate Braverman, and Geri
Digiorno
Readings start at
7:30 PM
Free
Admission
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Mayor Ronald V. Dellums's
Model City Summit on Women
When:
Tue, February 17, 8am – 5pm
Where:
Oakland Marriott City Center, 1001 Broadway,
downtown Oakland.
What:
A full-day for women, men & youth to come
together for topical discussions, marketplace
village, author's corner, corporate luncheon,
notable featured speakers & much more!
http://www.mayorrondellums.
org/storage/pdf/111808_mws_
factsheet.pdf Teresa
LeYung Ryan will be one of the authors at the
Closing / Networking Reception featuring
Authors' Corner 2:45pm - 5:00pm
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Writers Forum proudly
presents
Teresa LeYung
Ryan
Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009 7:00 pm to
9:00 pm
Petaluma Community Center, 320 No.
McDowell Blvd. Petaluma
$15 at the door
http://www.thewritespot.us/
gpage2.html
"Circle of Sharing for Writers
SWAP MEET"
Teresa LeYung Ryan will lead a fun
brainstorming session to take our writing
careers three steps closer to our big goals.
"YOU, talented writers, hold the golden keys
to success," says Teresa, who believes we can
make our dreams come true with the help of
friends, colleagues, and
mentors.
Choose two items from the list
posted on http://www.thewritespot.us/
gpage2.html
and bring them to the Forum on
Feb. 19 th
. Teresa's bio:
www.LoveMadeOfHeart.com
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California Writers
Club
San Francisco Peninsula
Branch
GROUP MENTORING -- February
21, 2009 12:15-1:15pm
Guest Mentor – Teresa LeYung
Ryan
"60-Minute Study Club"
"Career Coach for Writers Teresa" will bring
half a dozen writers' magazines (including Writer's
Digest) to group mentoring. Each Mentee will choose
an article to read during the first 20-30 minutes of
the session. Then each Mentee will articulate
the highlights of what he/she has read so that the
whole group benefits. Come ready to read, and share,
in this fun study-club.
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WOW! - Women on Writing
Conference
An International Women’s Day
Celebration
Sat., March 7,
2009, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Skyline
College
Keynote
Speaker: Julia Whitty
Author of: The Fragile Edge: Diving &
Other Adventures in the South Pacific (2008 Kuriyama
Prize for nonfiction, 2008 John Burroughs Medal for
outstanding natural history, 2008 Northern California
Book Award for creative nonfiction)
Book Talk Panel Featured Writers:
Yiyun Li: The Vagrants and A Thousand Years of Good
Prayers
Nona Caspers: Heavier Than Air and The Blessed
Micheline Aharonian Marcom: The Daydreaming Boy, The
Mirror in the Well and Draining the
Sea
Conference Fee*:
Early Bird $60 by January 30 $60, General $85 by
February 24, At the door $100 (space available)
For conference information: call 650-738-4324, or
visit them on the web at www.SkylineCollege.edu.
*Conference fees (includes speakers, author panel,
break out sessions and lunch)
WOW! 2009 is the 7th annual conference celebrating
International Women’s Day. WOW! has demonstrated
that participants come from a wide area –from the nine
Bay Area counties and beyond – bringing together a
remarkable range of ages from 11 to 90-something.
More then 300 readers and writers typically attend the
conference. Skyline College is a center for the
intellectual nurturance of women of all ages, extending
far beyond the numbers who regularly enroll in
courses. The conference brings together faculty,
staff, students and community members with culturally
diverse writers and artists who introduce new ideas and
pedagogies associated with women’s studies curriculum
in colleges and universities.
Sampling of break out
sessions:
- “High-Tech Storytelling” with
Ellen Lee
- “Freeing Your Life with Words”
with Susan Wooldridge
- “Women in Transition: The Power
of Writing” with Marcy
Alancraig
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“Passionate Attention:The Art
and Practice of Writing from Our Every
Day” with Katharine
Harer
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“Weaving Fact and the
Imagination; Using Historical Characters”
with James Tipton
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"Slow Down. Fast Forward.
Working with Narrative Time” with
Kathleen de Azevedo
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“Your Life as Story - Part 2”
with Tristine Rainer “Writing as a Way of Healing"
with Sharon Bray
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“WOW! Open Poetry Slam” with
Meliza Banales "The World Split Open: Telling
Poetry's Truths" with Elline
Lipkin
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“What’s The Plot? Finding the
Heart of Your Play” with Joan
Holden “Inspiration Comes From the Most
Unexpected Places with
TBA
-
This Isn't the Story I Planned
to Write ” with Wild Writing
Women
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“From Script to Screen: Writing
the Movie of Your Dreams” with Laurel
Minter
-
“A Primer on Publishing” with
Amy Rennert “The Art of Writing Memoir” with
Maureen Murdock
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WNBA-National
News
One of the benefits of being a WNBA-SF member is that
you are connected to seven chapters nationwide.
Here a few benefits the National organization has for
you:
1: Permanent Collection of WNBA member books. In 2007
the Boston Public Library set aside a section for a
permanent collection of all WNBA authored books. Please
contact Katherine Dibble to have your book included in
the collection: kdibble@att.net
2: Have your book listed on our National Web
site/WNBA Author's page. National web site member
password is included in your membership kit.
3: Get published in WNBA's National Newsletter, The
Bookwoman. Send us a short article on a favorite book
you read while traveling for our "Have Book Will
Travel" section. Contact Joan Gelfand for more
information about The Bookwoman: joangelfand@pacbell.net
4: Nominations for our bi-annual WNBA award are
due in May. Please nominate your favorite
'bookwoman' for the award. See www.wnba-books.org for more
information on the WNBA Award.
Lastly, tell us about your successes with WNBA for our
endorsements page.
Joan Gelfand
National Women's Book Association
joangelfand@pacbell.net
Blog: http://jg.typepad.com/ciel
WNBA: http://www.wnba-books.org
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History
The Woman's National Book Association is a national
organization of women and men who work with and value
books. WNBA exists to promote reading and to support
the role of women in the community of the book. The San
Francisco Chapter of WNBA was founded in 1968 by Effie
Lee Morris, then coordinator of Children's Services for
the San Francisco Main Public Library.
Membership has ranged from sixty to one hundred. Our
members are writers, booksellers, agents, editors,
publishers, publicists, librarians, graphic designers,
career coaches, marketing specialists, conference
planners, aspiring authors and avid readers.
The San Francisco branch of WNBA is one chapter in a
vibrant organization with over 800 members across the
county. Each branch has its own flavor and lively
events to honor books, the creation of books, the world
of books, and allied arts.
The Women's National Book Association has been a
Non-Governmental Organization member of the United
Nations since 1959. An NGO is defined as "any
non-profit, voluntary citizens' group which is
organized on a local, national or international level.
Task-oriented and driven by people with a common
interest, NGOs perform a variety of services and
humanitarian functions, bring citizens' concerns to
governments, monitor policies and encourage political
participation at the community level."
In effect, WNBA members are to be ambassadors for the
UN. Our organization disseminates information about the
United Nations through all the means at our disposal,
especially through our national and chapter
publications and monthly programs.
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WNBA-SF Chapter Board
Members Presidents: Mary E.
Knippel
president@wnba
-sfchapter.org
Vice
Presidet: Lynn H enriksen
vicepresident@wnba
-sfchapter.org
Treasurer: Allegra Harris
treasurer@wnba-sfchapter.org
Secretary: Sara
Cassella
Literacy Liaisons: Teresa LeYung Ryan and Patricia
Costello
literacyliaison@wnba-sfchapter.org
Membership Chair:
membership@wnba-sfchapter.org
Newsletter Editor: Carole Barrow
newsletter@wnba-sfchapter.org
Publicity Chair: Barbara Whittaker
Hospitality Chair :
Vicki
Weiland
Founding Member: Effie Lee Morris
WNBA
National Board Members
President:
Joan Gelfand
joan@joangelfand.com
Past
President: Laurie Beckelman
lbeckleman@aol.com
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