Greater Los Angeles Writer's Society...Beyond the Draft panel discussion. October 18th!.

Calling all writers!

Professional editors and writers from the Greater Los Angeles Writer's Society are holding a panel discussion on Saturday October 18th which is open to all writers and the general public.

"Beyond the Draft (The Final Art of Editing a Novel)" will be a focus on how to turn a writer's rough draft into a masterpiece worthy of publishing.

"Every writer knows the first draft of anything from a short story to an epic novel needs polishing," one panelist noted in the teaser which arrived by e-mail this past week.

Is the whole process "part luck" and "part Voodoo"?

Find out for yourself.

The program commences at 3 p.m.

The Greater Los Angeles Writers Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring writers on all levels in the craft of writing, providing continuing education, and a forum for the marketing of their work.

This mission is in concert with the California Writers Club founded in 1909 by Jack London.

The "greater" refers to the general geographic area where most of the members are located - and not to any claims of "grandness" - their promo for the event joked.

In fact, the association not only welcomes writers from all over Southern California, but all kinds of 'em as well.

They extend their reach from aspiring students to best-selling authors, from industry professionals, to a dabbler in the throes of learning their craft.

Their motto is a simple straightforward one.

"Writers mentoring writers of all disciplines."

GLAWS holds monthly informative meetings - and on occasion - Nationally-known guest speakers turn up to share their expertise.

But, the association also manages critique groups, offers advice in the craft and business of writing, conducts special events (including writers conferences and seminars), and promotes its vision through many business and social opportunities.

General Meetings of the Greater Los Angeles Writer Society are typically held the third Saturday of the month, ten times a year, except during December and August or July when the society holds a picnic or party.

General meetings are held at the Palms-Rancho Park Library in the Ray Bradbury Room.

Info: http://www.glaws.org/

Jack London

Art from Art...submit for Art Anthology! Modernist Press wants U!

Are you a writer?

Is your writing inspired by an artistic sensibility?

Then, Modernist Press wants you!

Stephen Soucy is an author who just published a book of short stores - titled - "Nine Hundred & Sixty-Nine" - which were written by a handful of gay writers based on tales set in West Hollywood.


The introduction was penned by author - Patricia Nell Warren - who conjured up the gay-themed book (The Front Runner) set in the high-profile world of athletes.

Now that "69" is successfully under his belt, Mr. Soucy is putting out a call for submissions for his next illustrious project.


The collection of fiction intends to focus on short stories that are connected directly to - or inspired by — a work of art.

"For example, the piece should be inspired by a song, a painting, a museum, an architectural monument, a blueprint, a piece of writing—a play, novel, poem, or letter," Mr. Soucy noted enthusiastically, when we crossed paths recently at the West Hollywood Book Fair.

The art in question needs to be a major component of the story - a character - within the fabric of the story.

The idea may be inspired by a day-to-day event or completely fabricated.

The editor notes that "ART from ART" hopes that the spotlight will be thrown on new and established voices by virtue of the publication.

Mr. Soucy - an outgoing pleasant young man - wholeheartedly believes that linking the stories through art will entice readers.

Because the art will be featured on a page either at the beginning or the end of each story (a visual correlative that will enhance the experience) those interested in submitting for the project are forewarned in advance to keep this in mind so they can meet all the criteria of the competition.

Stories may be submitted (deadline December 1st) with a brief bio via email to Stephen Soucy.

The publisher ask that writers follow submission guidelines.
(Microsoft Word Document with 12-point font)

Info: shsoucy@modernistpress.com



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