May 25, 2026

Memorial Day is upon us, and I’m already planning for a couple of events where I’ll be signing books alongside other authors. These are my favorite kind of events, because they give me a chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones. First up is the annual Local Author Showcase, taking place…

September 18, 2025

September’s rush of writing and bookish events continues unabated. We had a small meeting on Wednesday (I messed up the Zoom link). So, I hope this update will help the people who couldn’t join us feel better… The Mark Twain House in Hartford is running an event of interest to writers this Friday. Join  in-person…

August 24, 2025

Here, as promised, is part two of the update – with a ton of events coming up to see you through the fall! On the first Wednesday of every month, starting on September 3, Poets & Writers Nights will be happening at The Spread in Norwalk, CT, from 6-8pm. These events will include a social hour,…

April 17, 2025

We had fun at our monthly meeting of the Writers Rendezvous, with several new members coming to check us out. If you’re reading this and you’re too far away from Westport, CT, to attend, you can also join us via Zoom – also true of our monthly WritersMic. Contact me if you’d like more information….

December 20, 2024

Just one post for December – it’s time to give you all a break! First, join me and 63 other Connecticut authors for a holiday celebration on Saturday, December 21 from 11-4pm at the Westbrook Outlets in Westbrook, CT. We’ll be part of their annual Connecticut Christmas Market, so it’s a great chance to do…

April 19, 2023

We were a select group at today’s meeting, but we covered a lot of subjects ranging from copyright to army libraries. The season for writing events is underway and there are plenty to choose from. Keep reading to find out more. Author and writing teacher Tessa Smith McGovern, is offering a 12-week virtual writing MFA…

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