The WNBA: Connecting, educating, advocating and leading in the literary community since 1917!
The Women’s National Book Association was established in 1917 and celebrated the organization’s centennial in 2017 with a series of literary events nationwide, a publication celebrating the history of women in the world of books, a list of 100 essential books by women authors, and a grant to a non-profit literacy organization.
San Francisco Chapter: 2019-20 Program
Upcoming Events
Effie Lee Morris Writing Contest – Date Extended!
2021 Effie Lee Morris Literary Contest - Date Extended! We honor and celebrate women authors and diverse writers and hope to include YOU with our 2021 Effie Lee Morris WNBA-SF Literary Contest, launched October 1, 2020 and running through August 1, 2021. The Women’s National Book Association San Francisco Chapter is pleased and proud to continue the Effie Lee Morris WNBA Literary Awards in honor of our founder. Ms. Morris was a pioneering Black librarian and the founder of this … [Read More...]
May 7 – Standing on Your Writer’s Platform with Betsy Fasbinder
7 Simple Mind-shifts that Transform Introverted Authors into Dynamic Speakers Building a platform for promoting a book is vital to its success, but the most important element of your writer’s platform is you. This session provides mind-shifts, and a few simple skills that even the most introverted writer can employ to be a more dynamic, engaging public speaker. Whether you’re just a little nervous or downright phobic about public speaking, it pays for writers to develop the ability to speak … [Read More...]
April 23 – Conversations with Authors: Journaling Lunch ‘N Learn with Debra Eckerling and Nita Sweeney
Friday, April 23, 2021 12pm Do you keep a journal? How has journaling helped you – personally and professionally – over the last month, year, or decade? Whether it’s for your mental, physical, or creative well-being, the reasons for journaling are endless. And for writers … journaling serves as a jumping off point for ideas, projects, and opportunities, To get the most out of your journaling practice, join Mango Publishing authors Debra Eckerling and Nita Sweeney for a Lunch 'N Learn for … [Read More...]
April 30 – WNBA-SF Poetry Mixer
This past year has been a mixed bag. Our first woman of color in the White House, a new vaccine, Black Lives Matter and ongoing struggles for racial, gender and social equality with gazillion hours logged in to Zoom! Our WNBA-SF member poets are experts in the realm of keeping it real and wonderful. As we prepare to transition to a new normal, let's mix it up with fellow WNBA-SF members. Let’s inhale some poetry for a breath of fresh air, a dose of Spring renewal, and a menu of … [Read More...]
Board Members at work planning the upcoming Fall Program, May 2018
L to R: Jan Schmuckler, Mary Volmer, Joan Gelfand, Brenda Knight, Sue Wilhite. Standing: Elise Marie Collins