We had a Zoom snafu today, since apparently my link had expired and they didn’t think to tell me. Oh well, my apologies to those of you who couldn’t make it in person and tried to attend on Zoom – I’m sorry, and hope this update will help. Starting October 16, for six weeks, The…
Here is part 2 of my monthly writers’ updates, with some fascinating information about using A.I. As a developmental editor, and a survey of the self-publishing market in 2024, among other tidbits. With my second novel almost done, I’m going to try out the AI to see if it works for me. Scrivener, one of…
Our monthly meeting introduced us to four new members from Connecticut and Florida – which is why the meeting is on Zoom as well as in-person! We had a lot to talk about including some successes (two requests from agents for full manuscripts), and some questions about editing software, author events, the importance of the…
Apparently, Fall is the time for book festivals and events. Here are a just few of the ones happening in Connecticut. The list is followed by a class for those interested in publishing a book, and some contests, places to submit, and more. The Connecticut Book Festival will be taking place in West Hartford on…
Here’s the rest of this month’s information, including Connecticut write-ins, a couple of conferences and some free help for writers. The Fairfield County Writers’ Group runs regular in-person write-ins for writers at various locations around Fairfield County. The meetings provide a great opportunity to sit with other writers and write. There’s time to network afterward,…
Hi again – here’s the second set of updates for November – The Westport Writers Workshop is hosting a Holiday Fundraiser to support their Outreach & Scholarship Programs, which provide free or sponsored workshops to underserved communities (veterans, literacy programs, etc.). Join them in person at the workshop on Thursday, December 15 from 7-9pm. Click…
