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We meet the second Tuesday of each month from 7-9 pm (except in November 2011, when we meet from 6-8) at BookPeople. There is no fee for the monthly meeting. Hope you can join us!

February 21: Diane Kelly—Tax Tips for Writers

Diane Kelly writes romantic mysteries featuring feisty heroines, quirky sidekicks, and sexy leading men, with humor that leaves readers laughing out loud. As a CPA and tax attorney, she also has two decades experience in taxation. Diane will discuss how … Continue reading

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2012 Winter Retreat Weekend Itinerary

Dates: Friday, February 10–Sunday, February 12, 2012 Friday 4:00 Arrive and check in at the beautiful T Bar M Resort any time after 4:00. Our private meeting room will be available and set up with writing tables, Starbucks coffee, tea, … Continue reading

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November 8th: Sophie Jordan

YA: Like Romance … But Different! Teen romance is hot, hot, hot! Join New York Times bestselling author Sophie Jordan as she discusses how she took her flair for writing romance and turned it into an internationally bestselling YA series … Continue reading

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October 11: Shayla Black

WHAT A DIFFERENCE FIVE YEARS CAN MAKE Frustrated with the process of trying to get published? Stay published? Have you ever thought that you’re spinning your wheels and should just throw in the towel? We’ve all been there. But things … Continue reading

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September 13: Jo Davis

Crafting The Winning Series Proposal Are you on the cusp of publication, so close you can taste success? Are you published, but temporarily stalled? What does it take to get the green light with a publisher, from the editor(s) to … Continue reading

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July 12: Vicky Dreiling

Character & Story Hooks: Developing the High Concept Premise What do editors really mean when they say they want something fresh and different? If you’ve ever doubted that they actually do want manuscripts that are unique, this is the workshop … Continue reading

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June 14 Meeting: USA Today Bestselling Author, Pamela Morsi

The Clueless Writer Faces Up to Brave New World. In the brave new world of publishing, it’s the best of times and the worst of times. Two-time RITA Winner, USA TODAY Bestseller, and RWA Hall of Fame member Pamela Morsi … Continue reading

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May 11 Meeting: NYT Bestseller Susan Mallery

Susan Mallery’s Writing More Workshop: Wednesday at 6 pm Arrive early for conversation, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery publishes about four new books per year. Writers ask Susan all the time how she keeps … Continue reading

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April 12 Meeting: NYT Bestseller Lori Wilde

Plotting with Theme – Theme will enrich a book faster than any other single element. Theme is a tool that drives a story on a deeper level. Think of theme as like the love in a marriage. It’s the core … Continue reading

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March 8, 2011 Meeting

PAN Panel You asked for it, now you’ve got it. The number one request for a workshop this year was a Q&A with your own PAN’s. Come armed with your questions because March our very own published authors will be … Continue reading

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