. News in Writing & Publishing You Might Have Missed This Week Why We Absolutely Need To Care More About Library Funding Kevin O’Kelly says, “libraries and the institutions associated with them are predictable and convenient targets for anyone taking an axe to a government budget,” and this is why we should be concerned. Full Article […]
. If you’re looking for some literary action in your life this weekend, check out Litfest On The Prowl in Pasadena! Returning for its 3rd year, Litfest On The Prowl takes place in the byways, bookstores, wine bars, theaters, coffee houses and streets of Pasadena’s Playhouse District. There are readings, talks, music and performances by some of Los Angeles’ […]
. Exclusively for our readers! Go see OTHER DESERT CITIES at an exclusive $10 discount on any performance!* International City Theatre presents OTHER DESERT CITIES By Jon Robin Baitz Directed by caryn desai Starring Ann Noble, Suzanne Ford, Nicholas Hormann, Eileen T’Kaye & Blake Anthony Edwards June 4 – 29 Pulitzer Prize finalist, Five-time Tony Award […]
. News in Publishing & Writing You Might Have Missed This Week The Worst Ways to Begin Your Novel: Advice from Literary Agents No one reads more prospective novel beginnings than literary agents. Check out this feedback from experienced literary agents on what they hate to see the first pages of a writer’s submission. Avoid these problems and tighten your […]
. We love when our favorite writers give us glimpses into their thoughts on writing. These treasured insights inform us of their sources of inspiration, their personal writing practices and processes, their prized tips on how to make our own writing successful. Check out The Writer’s brief interview with Sherman Alexie. In the interview, Alexie […]
. Remember our blog post last week about fellowships and residences, and all the exciting ways you can expand your writing life? Well, if you’re looking for a Los Angeles-based fellowship opportunity, check out Pen Center USA’s Emerging Voices Fellowship. “Emerging Voices is a literary fellowship that aims to provide new writers, who lack access, with […]
Here are some publishing industry interesting reads this week. Check them out and let us know what you think. The Importance of Having A Critique Group A reminder, that while writing is primarily a solitary venture, that a supportive critique group can help you take your writing and your writing career to the next level. […]
. We know that successful writers are voracious readers, and this is why we are so excited about California Bookstore Day 2014! California Bookstore Day is a statewide movement to recognize the power and importance of independent bookstores. The day is modeled after the now famous Record Store Day, which is largely credited for saving and […]
. We have a special 2 for 1 discount for anyone who wants to see our group leader J.Keith van Straaten in improv action this Saturday (see below). Also, did you happen to see him on the new Bravo show, Online Dating Rituals of the American Male? If not, here are some links to clips […]
UPDATE 01/06/2015: We are excited to announce our first annual Writers Retreat that will take place on May 14-15, 2015 in Desert Hot Springs, California. Get all the details about our retreat and how to register on our Writers Retreat page. —————- As writers, we all know the most important task at hand is getting […]