The next self-publishing meeting is . . .

The next self-publishing meeting takes place on Tuesday May 29th from 6 to 8. I will be bringing my laptop and showing how I make the covers for my books, both eBook and paperback. I will give some tips and tricks to make your own covers look fabulous.

Meeting Reminder

The January meeting for the East Hants Writers’ Group focussed on the  craft of writing takes place this upcoming Tuesday (January 16th). As usual, we will meet at the Elmsdale Public Library, Elmsdale, East Hants, Nova Scotia, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

We are now at capacity membership. Anyone interested in joining our group will go on a waiting list.

HOMEWORK

1. Use the keywords chosen at the November meeting to complete your Story in a Box assignment. Maximum word length: 500

2) Critique a piece of writing submitted by Barbara. Our new critiquing guidelines involves answering these questions:

• List the strengths of the story.
• What areas of the story can be improved.
• Were there any times you were confused? When?
• Was the dialogue realistic?
• Does the story work? If not, why?
• If there are repeated mechanical mistakes, please make note.

Hope to see all members there.

Self-publishing Meeting Cancelled for Tomorrow Night

Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be no self-publishing meeting tomorrow night on Thursday December 14th.

The next meeting will take place in January on a date as of yet undecided.

I apologize for any inconvenience. Diane

L. P. Suzanne Atkinson Book Reading

L. P. Suzanne Atkinson will be reading from Book III of her Regarding Hayworth Series – Segue House Connection. She will also answer any questions listeners will have, as well as give an overview of her books.

Admission is free. Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments will be available and books will be available for sale.

Date: Sunday November 19, 2017

Time: 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Location: Bedford Library, 15 Dartmouth Road, Bedford, Halifax County, Nova Scotia

Book Sale at C. W. Saunders Mason Lodge, Elmsdale

On the first Saturday of every month, a used-book sale takes place at C. W. Saunders Mason Lodge, 170 Highway 214, Elmsdale, East Hants, Nova Scotia.

This month’s sale takes place tomorrow (August 5th) from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

The book sale is held in the downstairs hall. Walk in the front doors and take the stairs to the basement. Books are sold at amazing prices. Much of their stock is sold at $1.00 or less.

There are thousands of books of all genres. Many are new, but many are also old. Magazines usually go for ten cents.

Author Jayne Peters at Tidefest Market

Jayne Peters, author of Messy Jessy, Messy Jessy Gets Active, Whispering Wings and Anything Can Happen in Mrs. Whynot’s Room, will be selling her books at Tidefest Market, East Hants first homecoming weekend.

Date: Saturday July 15, 2017

Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: East Hants Sportsplex, Lantz, East Hants, Nova Scotia

For more information, visit Peters’ author page on East Hants Writers.

Stream of Comics

Investigating the interplay between text and images, participants will create comics from stream of consciousness writings and en plein air sketches. Guided by prompts and restraints, and inspired by the lush and coastal Red Clay site, participants will learn and work through the steps of creating comics in a variety of media.

Roher will instruct in the use of line, value and space/pacing to lead the eye and capture expression. No experience in drawing or comic arts necessary, only a willingness to explore new pathways and put marks on a page.

Date: July 14 to 16, 2017

Time: Workshops run 3 days Friday 6:00 pm to Sunday 6:00 pm

Place: Red Clay Arts, Economy, NS

Facilitator: Rebecca Roher

For more information, visit Red Clay Arts workshop page.