Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Sleuthfest 2007
Sleuthfest is specifically for mystery and thriller writers and readers. This year’s conference is in Miami Beach, April 19-22. Special guests are author Linda Fairstein and Law & Order producer/writer, Rene Balcer. Go to this website for more details: http://www.mwa-florida.org/sleuthfest.htm
First Annual Conference for Pasco County FWA
Sunday, 4/1/07
The entire presentation schedule is on the blogsite:
http://mysite.verizon.net/resockeb
Please refer to the index in the sidebar. We hope to have the online registration up soon; until that time, snail mail is our option. This will be an excellent networking opportunity and a valuable learning experience. Seating will necessarily be limited, so register early.
Authors who would like to have their books in the bookstore should contact Susan for submission guidelines: shaley1112@cs.com.
Advance Registration Required
Early-bird registration fee deadline : Feb 28, 2007
FWA member $39.00
Non-member $59.00
Private Interview with agent, editor, publisher or presenter:
$20.00 each
After Feb 28:
FWA member $49.00
Non-member $69.00
Box lunch and beverages provided.
Morning/Afternoon break
Online registration form will soon be at:
www.floridawriters.net
Downloadable mail-in form at:
http://mysite.verizon.net/resockeb/id17.html
Schedule Offerings:
Registration 8:30 – 9:00 am
Rita Milios, MSW, LCSW–Instant Inspiration: How to Have Creativity on Tap.
Craig R. Smith -Effective Public Speaking and Reading: How NOT to Put Your Audience to Sleep!
Linn Random - Suspense 101
Julie Ann Howell, founder/publisher/editor of The Pepper Tree Press
Keynote speaker - Rita Milios
Don M. Fox – Writing Historical Non-Fiction
Robert Gelinas - ArcheBooks Publishing
Barbara Casey, The Barbara Casey Literary Agency
Linda Bilodeau, Conducting Historical Research for Fiction
Linn Random, Beyond the Bookstore: Marketing, PR
The entire presentation schedule is on the blogsite:
http://mysite.verizon.net/resockeb
Please refer to the index in the sidebar. We hope to have the online registration up soon; until that time, snail mail is our option. This will be an excellent networking opportunity and a valuable learning experience. Seating will necessarily be limited, so register early.
Authors who would like to have their books in the bookstore should contact Susan for submission guidelines: shaley1112@cs.com.
Advance Registration Required
Early-bird registration fee deadline : Feb 28, 2007
FWA member $39.00
Non-member $59.00
Private Interview with agent, editor, publisher or presenter:
$20.00 each
After Feb 28:
FWA member $49.00
Non-member $69.00
Box lunch and beverages provided.
Morning/Afternoon break
Online registration form will soon be at:
www.floridawriters.net
Downloadable mail-in form at:
http://mysite.verizon.net/resockeb/id17.html
Schedule Offerings:
Registration 8:30 – 9:00 am
Rita Milios, MSW, LCSW–Instant Inspiration: How to Have Creativity on Tap.
Craig R. Smith -Effective Public Speaking and Reading: How NOT to Put Your Audience to Sleep!
Linn Random - Suspense 101
Julie Ann Howell, founder/publisher/editor of The Pepper Tree Press
Keynote speaker - Rita Milios
Don M. Fox – Writing Historical Non-Fiction
Robert Gelinas - ArcheBooks Publishing
Barbara Casey, The Barbara Casey Literary Agency
Linda Bilodeau, Conducting Historical Research for Fiction
Linn Random, Beyond the Bookstore: Marketing, PR
INKWOOD EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH
Suspense, humor, politics, art, sports, and love! Check out the diverse events at Inkwood in the next few weeks and join us for whatever tickles your fancy:
On Thursday, February 8 at 7, Edgar nominee BOB MORRIS returns with BERMUDA SCHWARTZ, his third tropical tale of ex-NFL linebacker Zack Chasteen, now on the trail of hidden treasure. In Morris's offbeat island-themed adventure, Zack embarks for Bermuda to deliver palms but is quickly sidetracked by the discovery of a wetsuit-clad corpse. Morris combines wry humor and engaging Bermuda history in what Booklist calls "a ripping good yarn". http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780312328931
BOOK GROUP NIGHT - Join us for one of our most popular events, as Carla and Leslie present some of their favorite books for your book group selections. For book group members or wanna-bes, or for those simply looking for some new reading ideas, this is an evening of lively discussion of books we love (and don't...). We are delighted to be offering samples of wine from our friends at Vintage Wine Cellars (www.vintagewinecellars.com) and treats from local personal chef, Anita Jimenez (http://www.uspca.net/fl/bayareachef/). There will be special door prizes, and everyone goes home with free books and new friends. Thursday, February 15, at 7.
Former Democratic National Committee Chair TERRY McAULIFFE will discuss and sign his political commentary and memoir, WHAT A PARTY! MY LIFE AMONG DEMOCRATS: PRESIDENTS, CANDIDATES, DONORS, ACTIVISTS, ALLIGATORS & OTHER WILD ANIMALS, On Friday, February 16, at 6:30 p.m. Don't miss this chance to chat with a man who had a front row seat - make that behind the scenes view! - for some fascinating recent history...Call now to reserve your books and stay in touch for more details, including location, as the date approaches. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780312357870
Meet the immensely talented illustrator FLICK FORD as he discusses and signs the gorgeous FISH: 77 GREAT FISH OF NORTH AMERICA on Saturday, February 17 at 3 p.m. The handsome book has Ford's unique watercolor portraits, plus history, habitat, bait, and even recipes from Dean Travis Clarke. Pick up your autographed book for every gift occasion, and enter our drawing for a framed fine art print of Ford's beautiful Black Grouper. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
On Monday, February 19 at 6 p.m., award-winning poet MARISA de los SANTOS will read and sign her debut novel, LOVE WALKED IN. Bursting with keen insight and beautifully rendered prose, Love Walked In invokes classic movies to illuminate the mystery and wonder of love in all its permutations. Now in paperback, and a perfect choice for reading groups... http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
Popular USF basketball alum TONY GRIER will debut his new book, A RAGING BULL: CHASING THE BIG TIME. Grier follows the basketball program from the very first team in 1970, the debut of the Sun Dome in 1980, and the journey to the Big East Conference, with the challenges and successes of all the players and coaches. Known for his insight and articulate commentary as a player, Grier has written a book that promises to please any fan of local sports, Tampa history, or behind the scenes memoir. Thursday, February 22 at 7 p.m.
On Thursday, March 1 at 7 p.m., S.V. DATE, Tallahassee bureau chief of the Palm Beach Post, returns with JEB! AMERICA'S NEXT BUSH, a revealing look back over our outgoing Governor's term and, perhaps more importantly, what we can expect in the future. A journalistic thorn in Jeb's side for two terms, Date produced award-winning stories that revealed the real winners and losers of the governor's policies, and his insights and perspective give credence to his predictions of Bush's aspirations. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
SAVE THE DATE: RANDY WAYNE WHITE returns on Thursday, March 29, at 7 p.m. with the next Doc Ford adventure, HUNTER'S MOON. Details to be announced as the date nears... http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780399153709
*********** While you're online, visit us at www.inkwoodbooks.com for shopping and store info 24/7...Inkwood Books216 South Armenia Avenue Tampa FL 33609-3310ph 813-253-2638/fax 813-253-2396
On Thursday, February 8 at 7, Edgar nominee BOB MORRIS returns with BERMUDA SCHWARTZ, his third tropical tale of ex-NFL linebacker Zack Chasteen, now on the trail of hidden treasure. In Morris's offbeat island-themed adventure, Zack embarks for Bermuda to deliver palms but is quickly sidetracked by the discovery of a wetsuit-clad corpse. Morris combines wry humor and engaging Bermuda history in what Booklist calls "a ripping good yarn". http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780312328931
BOOK GROUP NIGHT - Join us for one of our most popular events, as Carla and Leslie present some of their favorite books for your book group selections. For book group members or wanna-bes, or for those simply looking for some new reading ideas, this is an evening of lively discussion of books we love (and don't...). We are delighted to be offering samples of wine from our friends at Vintage Wine Cellars (www.vintagewinecellars.com) and treats from local personal chef, Anita Jimenez (http://www.uspca.net/fl/bayareachef/). There will be special door prizes, and everyone goes home with free books and new friends. Thursday, February 15, at 7.
Former Democratic National Committee Chair TERRY McAULIFFE will discuss and sign his political commentary and memoir, WHAT A PARTY! MY LIFE AMONG DEMOCRATS: PRESIDENTS, CANDIDATES, DONORS, ACTIVISTS, ALLIGATORS & OTHER WILD ANIMALS, On Friday, February 16, at 6:30 p.m. Don't miss this chance to chat with a man who had a front row seat - make that behind the scenes view! - for some fascinating recent history...Call now to reserve your books and stay in touch for more details, including location, as the date approaches. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780312357870
Meet the immensely talented illustrator FLICK FORD as he discusses and signs the gorgeous FISH: 77 GREAT FISH OF NORTH AMERICA on Saturday, February 17 at 3 p.m. The handsome book has Ford's unique watercolor portraits, plus history, habitat, bait, and even recipes from Dean Travis Clarke. Pick up your autographed book for every gift occasion, and enter our drawing for a framed fine art print of Ford's beautiful Black Grouper. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
On Monday, February 19 at 6 p.m., award-winning poet MARISA de los SANTOS will read and sign her debut novel, LOVE WALKED IN. Bursting with keen insight and beautifully rendered prose, Love Walked In invokes classic movies to illuminate the mystery and wonder of love in all its permutations. Now in paperback, and a perfect choice for reading groups... http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
Popular USF basketball alum TONY GRIER will debut his new book, A RAGING BULL: CHASING THE BIG TIME. Grier follows the basketball program from the very first team in 1970, the debut of the Sun Dome in 1980, and the journey to the Big East Conference, with the challenges and successes of all the players and coaches. Known for his insight and articulate commentary as a player, Grier has written a book that promises to please any fan of local sports, Tampa history, or behind the scenes memoir. Thursday, February 22 at 7 p.m.
On Thursday, March 1 at 7 p.m., S.V. DATE, Tallahassee bureau chief of the Palm Beach Post, returns with JEB! AMERICA'S NEXT BUSH, a revealing look back over our outgoing Governor's term and, perhaps more importantly, what we can expect in the future. A journalistic thorn in Jeb's side for two terms, Date produced award-winning stories that revealed the real winners and losers of the governor's policies, and his insights and perspective give credence to his predictions of Bush's aspirations. http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780867130959
SAVE THE DATE: RANDY WAYNE WHITE returns on Thursday, March 29, at 7 p.m. with the next Doc Ford adventure, HUNTER'S MOON. Details to be announced as the date nears... http://www.inkwoodbooks.com/NASApp/store/Product?s=showproduct&isbn=9780399153709
*********** While you're online, visit us at www.inkwoodbooks.com for shopping and store info 24/7...Inkwood Books216 South Armenia Avenue Tampa FL 33609-3310ph 813-253-2638/fax 813-253-2396
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Brandon Writers Group Forming Again
Those FWA Hillsborough members in the Brandon area, take notice. We have eight people interested in re-starting the Brandon Writers Group as a workshop, craft-oriented group. Once, or twice a month (whatever the group decides to do in its initial meeting) the craft of writing will be studied. Speakers will be few and far between.
Of course we invite any Hillsborough member to attend.
So, if you are interested in helping to form this group, call Eugene Orlando at 813-657-2636
Of course we invite any Hillsborough member to attend.
So, if you are interested in helping to form this group, call Eugene Orlando at 813-657-2636
Friday, January 19, 2007
St. Pete FWA Feb '07 Meeting Announcement
For Immediate Release
January 17, 2007
Contact: Nancy Frederich
(727) 403-1551
murmaid@tampabay.rr.com
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The Genres – talking to a panel of Semi-Diva's
Curious? If you've ever asked these questions, then you'll want to come to this exchange where we'll compare the different genres of stage plays, screen plays, and books so you'll know what the advantages and limitations are in writing for each and whether your work can be converted from one to the other.
Book and play writers, if they are successful, are often contacted by the movie industry for options. Because of the differences in the genres, they assign their rights to a film company only to find the result doesn't come close to what they originally wrote. Why?
Screen and play writers write for audiences that have some similarities but have some major differences. What are the differences? Why can't we just take one and convert it to the other? After all, don't the scripts look similar? Is it easy or is there a marked difference in what the scripts say? … the way the authors think?
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Is there a difference in personality traits between book writers, screenwriters, and playwrights that attracts a writer to one craft vs. another? Are you in the wrong craft?
What are the requirements of a good work? How do you break into each business? How much does it cost? What are the rewards? Who owns what?
Who's the boss? What's the path to success? What and who do you need for support?
Can you support yourself or are you a hobbyist? Is your work commercially viable or merely a curiosity? How do you know when you’re finished?
Who are you ultimately writing for? Who is your final customer? What do they want? What are their demographics? Why should they pay attention to your work? Is what means something to you meaningful to them?
These are a few of the interesting topics covered by the panelists: Screenwriter, Richard Natale; Scriptwriter, Dick Budin; Novelist, Jack Romig and moderator Grady Garrett, Program Director of the local chapter of FWA.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, February 8 at the St. Petersburg Main Library, 3745 Ninth Ave. North from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The meeting is free and open to the public. Arrive by 6:30 to meet other writers and to network.
For more info, contact, Richard Budin, FWA St. Petersburg Group Leader, DickBudin@juno.com. Phone: (727) 461-3897
Eugene Orlando
Regional Director
January 17, 2007
Contact: Nancy Frederich
(727) 403-1551
murmaid@tampabay.rr.com
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The Genres – talking to a panel of Semi-Diva's
Curious? If you've ever asked these questions, then you'll want to come to this exchange where we'll compare the different genres of stage plays, screen plays, and books so you'll know what the advantages and limitations are in writing for each and whether your work can be converted from one to the other.
Book and play writers, if they are successful, are often contacted by the movie industry for options. Because of the differences in the genres, they assign their rights to a film company only to find the result doesn't come close to what they originally wrote. Why?
Screen and play writers write for audiences that have some similarities but have some major differences. What are the differences? Why can't we just take one and convert it to the other? After all, don't the scripts look similar? Is it easy or is there a marked difference in what the scripts say? … the way the authors think?
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Is there a difference in personality traits between book writers, screenwriters, and playwrights that attracts a writer to one craft vs. another? Are you in the wrong craft?
What are the requirements of a good work? How do you break into each business? How much does it cost? What are the rewards? Who owns what?
Who's the boss? What's the path to success? What and who do you need for support?
Can you support yourself or are you a hobbyist? Is your work commercially viable or merely a curiosity? How do you know when you’re finished?
Who are you ultimately writing for? Who is your final customer? What do they want? What are their demographics? Why should they pay attention to your work? Is what means something to you meaningful to them?
These are a few of the interesting topics covered by the panelists: Screenwriter, Richard Natale; Scriptwriter, Dick Budin; Novelist, Jack Romig and moderator Grady Garrett, Program Director of the local chapter of FWA.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, February 8 at the St. Petersburg Main Library, 3745 Ninth Ave. North from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The meeting is free and open to the public. Arrive by 6:30 to meet other writers and to network.
For more info, contact, Richard Budin, FWA St. Petersburg Group Leader, DickBudin@juno.com. Phone: (727) 461-3897
Eugene Orlando
Regional Director
