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The December meeting is the “party” meeting. It isn’t required, but you are invited to bring something finger-food wise to share with everyone. There will also be a gift exchange for anyone wanting to take part in that. Bring something of $10 value approximately that is related somehow to writing: a new or gently-used book,…

The November 16th meeting was a great one with lots of enthusiasm and excitement about writing, sharing and caring about each other. It is always wonderful to be part of such an experience. More and more people are sharing their hand at doing one of the writing challenges. It is fun to hear the different…

As always, we have additional writing prompt choices to offer those of you interested in a challenge. These are from Louise Pelzl. Everyone needs to learn to do an elevator pitch. What is it, you ask? Pretend you are on an elevator, and you have seconds to interest someone; editor, agent or anyone in your…

It was brought to my attention that KWA members with books to sell could bring them to the November meeting. I was not at the meeting and no one mentioned this to me. But, in truth, our authors may bring their books for sale to any meeting. It is always just taking a chance that…

It’s almost time again for the KWA monthly meeting, which means it’s time for you to think about trying a writing challenge. If you haven’t tried doing so, now is your chance! The words to play with are: violin – strawberry – cow – courage – nuts Prompt: Turn an inanimate object into a character,…

This is an important meeting for the membership. It is time to elect the board members for 2020. If you are interested in running for a position, let one of the current board members know. The program will cover several topics and be presented by Starla Criser. As usual, she will have lots of handouts….

The following are links to many different potential paying markets for writers. 7 Print Publications that Pay Writers 10 Fiction Paying Markets for October 2019 Fiction Markets for October 2019 (want short stories) 27 Theme Calls for Submissions of Non-ficiton Articles, Essays, Etc.

In case you need some more writing prompts to challenge you, here are some additional ones. You’re walking home from work one night and are taking shortcuts through a labyrinth of dark city alleyways to meet someone on time. Suddenly, a stranger parts the shadows in front of you, comes close, and asks you to…

As always, we like to challenge our members to test their writing skills and their imagination. If you haven’t taken part in this, you’re missing out on the fun. Bring your writing exercise to the meeting to share with others. Writing Exercise Words: moth – bookcase – anger – rabbit – river Writing Prompt: You’re…