Phoenix Writers' Club
Founded in 1926
To commemorate the 80th Anniversary of PWC in May, 2006, several authors of various genres joined together and wrote a children's book entitled THE WALL. The story escapes into the delightful adventures of nine-year-old Belinda as she goes beyond the wall into the fascinating worlds of Double Circles and One Points. This enchanting story is intended for children of all ages, anyone with an imaginative mind who knows there's more to living than meets the eye.
The book - $12.00 plus $3.00 postage is available on Amazon.com or E-mail me at mibbles1274@msn.com . Don't miss this book. Who knows, there may be a sequel down the road!
PWC members support and mentor each other, sharing knowledge and experiences. Whether you are a published author or just beginning to put your ideas on paper, come visit us. Writers need writers.
The club holds monthly meetings, noon to 2 p.m., at The Fish Market 1720 E. Camelback, Phoenix. Lunch is $17.00 for members, $20.00 non-members payable at the door. mail for reservations neeliepubl@aol.com.
Until next time,
Mabel Leo, President
Writing Hints
Here are words to avoid in your manuscript if possible; take the time to go through your work and I think you'll be surprised how many times you use these. A book review told me that if she found the word "was" used more than 3 times on a page, she read no furrther. Don't let that happen to your work. Here you go!
Linking verbs: was, were, look, taste, smell, hear fell, appear, seen
Helping verbs: would, can, might must, should, may, very, extremely,quite, closely.
State-of-being verbs: am, is , are, be, being, been
Also avoid: or, nor, for, so, yet, while, whereas
Good luck!
CALENDAR OF SPEAKERS - 2008
February 16, 2008 - Julian Reveles, Entertainment columnist.
March 15, 2008 - Bob Boze Bell - Non-fiction - historial - western
April 19, 2008 - Lois Roma-Deeley - prize winning poet - currently working on a jazz opera with compoase Scinto.
May 17, 2008 - Terry Gilberg - radio host - will speak on liberal radio
Months of June, July, August reserved for members to speak before the club about their own writing experiences, accomplishments, etc.
Program for balance of year to be announced., Hope to see you there!
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