Member Success
Connie Hanstedt was named a finalist in the poetry category in the 2023 San Francisco Writers Conference competition. Her poem is titled, “The last time I saw my brother.”
Member Success
On December 11, 2022, Brian Gunney gave a talk entitled, “The Aerodynamics of Dragons in Dragon’s Ridge”, at the Livermore Public Library. The talk was written for a general audience and used the calculations he did for the dragons in his historical fantasy novel. A recording of the presentation is available on the library’s YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASpntEpOqpk.
Member Success
Monique Rardin Richardson’s poem, “Explosion of Truth,” was recently published in Wingless Dreamer Publisher’s anthology, Midsummer’s Eve. Her poem, “When We Collided,” was recently published in Wingless Dreamer Publisher’s anthology, Sea or Seashore. Her short story, “An Afternoon at Frankie’s,” will be published in Wingless Dreamer Publisher’s anthology, Paranormal Whispers. In addition, Monique’s poems, “Autumn Dream,” “A Child’s Prayer,” “All Should Be Blessed With an Evening at Diane’s,” “Run, Little Girls, Run,” and “The Headline Read Number Forty,” were recently published in Quillkeepers Press anthology, Harvest.
Members’ Writings Published
Three members of Tri-Valley Writers have had their stories published in the California Writers Club Literary Review. This book is now available on Amazon for $10. Elaine Drew wrote “The Twice Told Tale,” Arlene Eagling wrote “In Progress,” and Rose Owens wrote “Mom’s Last Ride.”
Workshop with C.S. Lakin, Novelist & Writing Coach, January 21, 2023
C.S. Lakin will present a special three-hour workshop on “Emotional Mastery for Fiction Writers” at the Tri-Valley Writers January 21, 2023 meeting. The emotional landscape of fiction is the greatest challenge for writers, yet it is perhaps the most important element because readers want to care. And they can’t care about characters unless writers effectively, evocatively, and masterfully show emotion in their characters.
In this workshop, you’ll be given techniques to help spark emotional response in your readers.
Kymberlie Ingalls, Essayist, Editor, and Author, December 17, 2022
Kymberlie Ingalls will present “Create a Relevant Marking Plan” at the Tri-Valley Writers December 17, 2022 meeting. Marketing can be overwhelming, but it takes a creative mind to bend and shape, work to stay relevant, and be inspired to think big!
In this talk, Kymberlie will discuss:
• Building a platform
• How to eliminate the noise
• Narrowing your focus
• Tackling fear and self-doubt
• Developing a fluid strategy
Kymberlie Ingalls is an award-winning essayist, editor, and author of memoir, opinion, and short fiction. Her books, Bridges: A Lifetime in Essay and 43, compile personal essay, social media, and memoir to address themes of grief, humanity, and the heart. Ms. Ingalls is a long-time member and serves on many board levels of the California Writers Club.
Member Success: Book Publication
George Cramer’s latest novel, Robbers and Cops releases on November 1st. Pre-orders are available now via Amazon.
Member Success: Poetry Film
James Morehead’s poetry film, “Twilight in the Sculpture Forest,” in collaboration with the Haliburton Sculpture Forest and videographer Brad Brown, has been released. The film has been submitted to a number of poetry and short film festivals around the world. View it on www.wingless wings.com.
Member Success—Book Finalist
Brian Gunney’s novel, Dragon’s Ridge, was honored as a finalist in the 2022 American Fiction Awards, historical fantasy category.
Member Success—Contest Winner & Reading
Marilyn Dykstra’s poem, “In Sickness and In Health,” won second place in the 2nd Effie Lee Morris Writing Contest with the Women’s National Book Association, San Francisco Chapter. She read her poem at a virtual mixer on September 23rd.