Life and Writers Motto: We’re All in This Together

I’ve said “we’re all in this together” when I’’m speaking to writers about marketing their work--supporting one another.  Over the last decade,  time has changed the way many of us live drastically--for writers and for the support group or groups they are members of.  Today’s post illustrates how some groups in a large metropolitan area have joined their talent, their efforts.  In this post-covid  era (dare I say troubled era), this might be something many groups across the country might consider.  All these groups are strong. Together they are stronger still.  And with this new move, double the events, double the support, double the resources for their members. And maybe not double the writing friends, but certainly a way to come closer to  some than before.

As a longtime supporter and occasional speaker at both groups as well as an instructor for UCLA’s Writer’s Depratment for nearly a decade, I congratulate them. I’m eagerly watching to see more follow their example. Keep reading for  ideas on  how you might apply their ideas to your when-and-if mergers.

Best,

Carolyn

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Dear IWOSC/PALA members and friends: With great delight, we announce the merger of IWOSC/PALA with WPN, the Writers and Publishers Network, beginning March 15, 2024, and administered under the WPN banner. This joining of three literary nonprofits will benefit all the groups by offering more seminars, webinars, book fair participation, and meetings to an expanded national audience of WPN members. Kathleen Kaiser, President of the Writers and Publishers Network, will head the board of the newly merged organization. Gary Young and Steven Sanchez are excited about Kathleen’s experience and leadership. They will be stepping down as President and Vice President but will remain on the Advisory Board. They will also continue as hosts for the Green Room and be involved in other activities. A special Green Room meeting will be held on Monday, March 18. Kathleen Kaiser will join us and answer your questions. What does this mean for IWOSC/PALA? All IWOSC/PALA programs will continue, including monthly meetings, Green Room, Brainstorming, Satellites, IWOSC Reads Its Own, etc., as well as all WPN programs.  Membership prices will remain the same, with the option of changing as economic realities dictate. Monthly meeting prices will remain the same, again with the option of changing as economic realities dictate. Current Lifetime Members will continue as Lifetime Members with the same considerations as before. All Lifetime Memberships paid for before March 15, 2024, will be honored. No new Lifetime Memberships will be offered after that date. WPN and IWOSC/PALA members and friends will share all events and programs originated by each entity. Our associations with UCLA Extension and IWOC Chicago will continue, unchanged, sharing all benefits of IWOSC/PALA and WPN. Members will all benefit from an enhanced ability to expand and update our programs. FAQs How do I pay for my membership and meetings?  For now, we will accept payments to IWOSC/PALA or WPN, but ultimately WPN will be processing membership and meeting fees as the new governing entity. How will I find out about meetings and other events?  If you are on our email list, you will receive announcements regularly, as you have in the past. The IWOSC/PALA website will also showcase the meetings on our home page at www.iwosc.org. Will there be as many events as in the past?  There will be the traditional IWOSC/PALA events, plus the WPN events, which will result in more events for all three organizations. Writers & Publishers Network 1129 Maricopa Hwy, #142 Ojai, CA  93023 United States of America You received this email because you signed up on our website or made a purchase from us. Unsubscribe

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 Carolyn Howard-Johnson is the multi award-winning author of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. She is also a marketing consultant, editor, and author of the multi award-winning #HowToDoItFrugally Series (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTXQL27T/ ) of books for writers including "The Frugal Book Promoter" (https://bit.ly/FrugalBookPromoIII), and "The Frugal Editor" both offered in their third editions by Modern History Press. Others in that series are "How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically," and two booklets, both in their second editions also from Modern History Press. The booklets, "Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers" (https://bit.ly/LastMinuteEditsII) and "Great First Impression Book Proposals" (https://bit.ly/BookProposalsII) are career boosters in mini doses and both make ideal thank you gifts for authors. The one on writing book proposals is also available as an Audio Book. "The Frugal Editor "(https://tinyurl.com/TheFrugalEditor), was recently released in its third edition. It is the winningest book in this series for writers. Carolyn also has three frugal books for retailers including one she encourages authors to read because it helps them understand what is needed to convince retailers to host their workshops, presentations, and signings. It is "A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques" (https://bit.ly/RetailersGuide). In addition to this blog, Carolyn helps writers extend the exposure of their favorite reviews at https://TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com. She also blogs all things editing--grammar, formatting and more--at "The Frugal, Smart, and Tuned-In Editor" (https://TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com). Learn more and follow it to get news on her new releases directly from Amazon at https://bit.ly/CarolynsAmznProfile.

Senior /Youth Schlarships for Writers’ Conference to Close

New Voices in Writing Scholarship Fund launches for writers 16-25 and over 60

Deadline for submission to the New Voices in Writing Scholarship is September 25. Are you a writer between the ages of 15-25 or over 60? Would you like to attend the 805 Writers Conference but have financial constraints? Why not submit the first five pages of your manuscript to be considered for the New Voices in Writing Scholarships? The Writers & Publishers Network presents scholarships to new writers wanting to learn more about the business of writing and the craft. We believe that writers never know enough about the business side of publishing, like design, layout, distribution, or the big one, marketing. However, many also need more in-depth sessions on writing and what successful authors do with their characters, their process, and finding and keeping an audience. This year's conference will address the hottest topics, and we want new writers to attend. The submissions will be judged on originality, quality of writing, pacing, and story development. Judging takes place the following week, and winners will be contacted on Friday, September 30. The decisions of the judges are final. Everyone not accepted will be offered a 25% discount to attend the conference. The scholarship winners will be acknowledged at the conference. It's simple to register, and there is no fee. To submit, visit https://www.805wc.com/. Register for the New Voices in Writing Scholarship The 805 Writers Conference is not only for people wanting to learn about the craft and business of book publishing but for book lovers too. Three ways to enjoy, learn, or find your new favorite book. New this year—the 805 Book Expo features over 40 regional authors daily and all conference speakers signing books at scheduled times. The Expo is open to the public for free. The entire conference is available in-person or via Zoom for people unable to attend. Zoom attendees will have a special extra – the ability to schedule a talk with a book editor about their manuscripts. In-person attendees will have the opportunity to meet with a literary agent. Four half-day workshops will cover memoir, characters, book marketing, and author branding. Registration for these workshops opens on August 15. Learn more about the sessions, speakers, or register 805 Writers Conference Presented by the Writers & Publishers Network 1129 Maricopa Hwy #142, Ojai CA 93023 United States You received this email because you signed up on our website or made purchase from us.

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 Howard-Johnson is the multi award-winning author of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. She is also a marketing consultant, editor, and author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers including the multi award-winning The Frugal Book Promoter (https://bit.ly/FrugalBookPromoIII), now offered in its third edition by Modern History Press. Carolyn's latest is in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers is How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically. She has two booklets in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series, both in their second editions from Modern History Press. Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers (https://bit.ly/LastMinuteEditsII) and The Great First Impression Book Proposal (https://bit.ly/BookProposalsII) are career boosters in mini doses and both make ideal thank you gifts for authors. The one on writing book proposals is also available as an Audio Book. The Frugal Editor (https://bit.ly/FrugalEditor), now in its second edition, is the winningest book in the series. Carolyn also has three frugal books for retailers including one she encourages authors to read because it helps them convince retailers to host their workshops, presentations, and signings. It is A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques (https://bit.ly/RetailersGuide). In addition to this blog, Carolyn helps writers extend the exposure of their favorite reviews at TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com. She also blogs all things editing--grammar, formatting and more--at The Frugal, Smart, and Tuned-In Editor (https://TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com). Learn more and follow for news on her new releases direct from Amazon at https://bit.ly/CarolynsAmznProfile.

Writers Conference at Beach? What could be better?

I love that the 805 #WritersConference offers opportunities for authors in person and at a Covid-19 safe distance...and at California's gorgeous beach!   Be an Early Bird!  ~ Carolyn

AUTHORS, Are you looking for book buyers? Are you having trouble building an audience? Then become an author/exhibitor at the 805 Writers Conference and Book Expo on November 5 & 6 in Ventura, California. It's hard to find readers, especially if: • You released a book during the pandemic and haven't been able to get in front of book buyers • You have more than one book or a series and want to find more readers • Your book has merchandise attached, and stores don't take it. Why not be part of the 805 Book Expo?  • It will be a small, compact exhibit so all attendees will walk past your table. • Inside the expo, authors/speakers from the conference will hold book signings to draw in people. • There will be advertising across weeklies, online, social media, and radio. • Exhibit both days or just one.  • Share a table or have one for yourself. Please take a look, it's a fair price, so it's easy to JOIN US!

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The 805 Writers Conference is not only for people wanting to learn about the craft and business of book publishing but for book lovers too. Three ways to enjoy, learn, or find your new favorite book. New this year—the 805 Book Expo features over 40 regional authors daily and all conference speakers signing books at scheduled times. The Expo is open to the public for free. The entire conference is available in-person or via Zoom for people unable to attend. Zoom attendees will have a special extra – the ability to schedule a talk with a book editor about their manuscripts. In-person attendees will have the opportunity to meet with a literary agent. Four half-day workshops will cover memoir, characters, book marketing, and author branding. Registration for these workshops opens on August 15.

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Carolyn's new Audiobook from Modern History Press

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 Howard-Johnson is the multi award-winning author of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. She is also a marketing consultant, editor, and author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers including the multi award-winning The Frugal Book Promoter (https://bit.ly/FrugalBookPromoIII), now offered in its third edition by Modern History Press. Carolyn's latest is in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers is How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically. She has two booklets in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series, both in their second editions from Modern History Press. Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers (https://bit.ly/LastMinuteEditsII) and The Great First Impression Book Proposal (https://bit.ly/BookProposalsII) are career boosters in mini doses and both make ideal thank you gifts for authors. The one on writing book proposals is also available as an Audio Book. The Frugal Editor (https://bit.ly/FrugalEditor), now in its second edition, is the winningest book in the series. Carolyn also has three frugal books for retailers including one she encourages authors to read because it helps them convince retailers to host their workshops, presentations, and signings. It is A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques (https://bit.ly/RetailersGuide). In addition to this blog, Carolyn helps writers extend the exposure of their favorite reviews at TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com. She also blogs all things editing--grammar, formatting and more--at The Frugal, Smart, and Tuned-In Editor (https://TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com). Learn more and follow for news on her new releases direct from Amazon at https://bit.ly/CarolynsAmznProfile.

Circle you Calendar! Kathleen Kaiser Presents 2021's Final Author Interviews with an Emphasis on Success

I am proud to be part of Kathleen Kaiser and Adanna Moriarity's first season of TalkingBookPublishing. I'm proud to help her end this year with a bang and get 2022 started the right way. It's been a heck of a season that includes all of the authors below and others like Jule Selbo!  Please do your career a favor and pick a few for your your December viewing and  the start of your success putsch for 2022!  Install the link of you calendar with reminders to check on it regularly! 

https://sharingwithwriters.blogspot.com/2021/11/circle-you-calendar-kathleen-kaiser.html

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Carolyn 



View in browser Three great new interviews to end Season One The year is ending, and we want to thank everyone who has subscribed and listened to Talking Book Publishing. Our last three guests for Season One are H. Mitchell Caldwell, Carolyn Howard-Johnson, and Joseph Wallenstein. In January, we return after the holidays with two more exciting guests from our arsenal of authors, marketers, editors, and agents, all people here to help writers on their quest to be printed. Happy holidays, Kathleen Kaiser Please subscribe where you get your podcasts. Available on all Major Podcast Platforms — by subscribing we can grow and attract more industry experts and top authors. And it's free! Talking Book Publishing Guest November 11 H. Mitchell Caldwell Author H. Mitchell Caldwell has turned his real-life into a new series of mysteries, the Jake Clearwater Legal Thrillers. We talk about how his work defending death row inmates before the California Supreme Court influenced his writing and added authenticity to his books. A former prosecutor turned law professor, Caldwell turns experience into dynamic, thrilling scenes. Listen Now Talking Book Publishing Guest December 2 Carolyn Howard-Johnson Author of the highly successful How to Do It Frugally Series of books for authors, Carolyn is constantly in touch with writers worldwide, helping them find ways to improve their writing, editing skills, and most importantly, how to market a book without going broke. We discuss her latest book, Great Little Last-Minute Editing Tips for Writers, filled with the most common mistakes she finds in the manuscripts of new writers. Available on December 2 Talking Book Publishing Guest December 16 Joseph B. Wallenstein Ever wonder how the public got Miranda Rights, the right to remain silent when arrested? In his historical novel, Flynn and Miranda, Joe Wallenstein recreates the story of a crusading attorney, John J. Flynn, who took an anonymous criminal denied counsel and changed the lives of Americans and police enforcement. Wallenstein bases the book on his many conversations with Flynn. Available December 16 Check out all 20 episodes with information that can help you as a writer, a small publisher, or someone looking for information on book publishing or book marketing. Kathleen Kaiser and Associates 1129 Maricopa Hwy #142, Ojai CA 93023 United States You received this email because you signed up on our website or made a purchase from us. Unsubscribe

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 Howard-Johnson is the multi award-winning author of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. She is also a marketing consultant, editor, and author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers including the multi award-winning The Frugal Book Promoter (http://bit.ly/FrugalBookPromoIII), now offered in its third edition by Modern History Press. Carolyn's latest is in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers is How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically. She has two booklets in the #HowToDoItFrugally Series, both in their second editions from Modern History Press. Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers (http://bit.ly/LastMinuteEditsII) and The Great First Impression Book Proposal (http://bit.ly/BookProposalsII) are career boosters in mini doses and both make ideal thank you gifts for authors. The one on writing book proposals is also available as an Audio Book. The Frugal Editor (http://bit.ly/FrugalEditor), now in its second edition, is the winningest book in the series. Carolyn also has three frugal books for retailers including one she encourages authors to read because it helps them convince retailers to host their workshops, presentations, and signings. It is A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques (http://bit.ly/RetailersGuide). In addition to this blog, Carolyn helps writers extend the exposure of their favorite reviews at TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com. She also blogs all things editing--grammar, formatting and more--at The Frugal, Smart, and Tuned-In Editor (http://TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com). Learn more and follow for news on her new releases direct from Amazon at http://bit.ly/CarolynsAmznProfile.