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Scottsdale Society of Women Writers welcome Jessica McCann to speak 11/15/23

October 29, 2023 by brooksadmin

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

WELCOMES JESSICA MCCANN, historical novelist, and freelance writer.

SPECIAL EARLY DATE: November 15, 2023

WHO: ALL Women Writers!

WHY: Mission: Scottsdale Society of Women Writers gives members access to events of interest, a format for exchanging ideas, an opportunity to network with other women writers/authors in camaraderie and support, and an alliance with professionals for writing, publishing, and marketing.

WHAT: JESSICA MCCANN has worked for 35 years as a professional freelance writer, journalist, and creative nonfiction author. She is also an award-winning historical novelist. Her books have won the Freedom in Fiction Prize and the Arizona Book of the Year, as well as being shortlisted for numerous literary awards, including the international Rubery Book Award.

McCan will discuss the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone to grow as a writer. Each of her historical novels tackle sensitive topics – like discrimination, racism, and sexism – with a nod toward acceptance, forgiveness, and empowerment. She will share her process of researching, writing, and revising her most recent novel, Bitter Thaw, while striving to balance creative risk and reward.

WHEN: WED NOV 15, 2023, EARLIER DATE at 6:00 pm at our current location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

Please PAY on my PayPal at www.brooksgoldmannpublishing.com $20.00 per person and confirm you will attend. Thank you. NO PAYMENT AT THE DOOR: the $20 on PayPal is due by 4:00 the Sunday before. Thank you for your cooperation.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask them to join as a member.

PRICING: THE COST OF THE MEETING ($20.00) covers the food and the room. The menu will consist of sandwich choices, salad choices, chips, cookies, and a variety of beverages. The food at this venue is particularly good.

DUES: Dues are $50. You will receive a copy of the directory, the monthly newsletter, member support at all SSWW events, plus a plethora of professional speakers. Contact me for the form and pay on PayPal and use [email protected] ONLY for PayPal, the membership form will be emailed to you. Thank you.

CHECK-IN: Please be on time and check-in at the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you time to mingle, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. The meeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time. All attendees must RSVP at least three days in advance. Thank you for attending.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS welcomes Deena Goldstein as speaker 10/25/23

October 5, 2023 by brooksadmin

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

WELCOMES DEENA GOLDSTEIN to speak October 25th. This award-winning artist and stand-up comedian has recently penned her debut memoir.

WHO: ALL Women Writers!

WHAT: SPEAKER Deena Goldstein. Award-winning artist and former stand-up comedian pens her debut memoir, OK Little Bird. Deena’s artwork has been featured in solo and collective exhibitions, receiving numerous honors for her original acrylic and digital works. Now “Little Bird” shares the unique, irreverent, and inspiring relationship with her quirky loveable, cowboy father, as she navigates the deep waters of grief, teaching us that humor can help heal from unbearable pain and loss.

Deena’s flair for humor and all things offbeat makes this an unforgettable read.

Deena’s work has been recognized internationally. She provides author talks to grief groups, on podcasts and at in-person events. Upon its’ release, OK Little Bird, quickly gained traction, receiving the Shelf Unbound Magazine’s 2022 recommended read list. Additionally, Goldstein’s book has been selected by SoScottsdale’s August 2023 edition, as a featured book, as well as Phoenix Magazine and other publications. Recently, “The Counting of Little Bird’, and excerpt, received honors in the Adelaide Literary Magazine. www.oklittlebird.com www.deenasart.com

WHEN: WED October 25, 2023, at 6:00 pm at our current location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask them to join as a member.

CHECK-IN: Please be on time and check-in at the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you time to mingle, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. Themeeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time. All attendees must RSVP at least three days in advance. Thank you for attending.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.

DEENA GOLDSTEIN

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SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS welcomes award-winning author Sandra Marinella

September 6, 2023 by brooksadmin

Sandra Marinella, award-winning author, will speak at the Sept 27th meeting of SSWW at 6:00 pm at the Panera Bread at Gainey Ranch Village. She is the author of The Story You Need to Tell www.storyyoutell.com See PayPal information to the right for signing up – or use [email protected] All women attending must pay in advance. No money at the door. Please text Patricia for questions 480-250-5556. SSWW is also celebrating 18 years at this meeting, some special things will be happening.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS welcomes Lynn Murphy, Amazon award-winning author and podcast host and founder of Women Who Push the Limits!

June 28, 2023 by Patricia Brooks

WED JULY 26, 2023, Lynn W. Murphy is an Amazon award-winning author, podcast host, workshop leader, speaker, leadership coach, and founder of Women Who Push the Limits – a movement that strives to recognize, celebrate and share stories of women who are making positive differences in the world. Lynn will share her experience interviewing a unique and fascinating group of 50 women for her book, Women Who Push the Limits: 50 lessons from Inspiring Women. for more information on Lynn use: https://WomenWhoPushTheLimits.com SEE PAYPAL information to register for this event! or text me at 480-250-5556 for questions. See you there.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

June 11, 2023 by brooksadmin

Welcome Kathy Hooker, author and winner of the multi-cultural award from the Independent Book Publishers Association for Voice of Navajo Mother and Daughters: Portraits of Beauty.

How to Survive 164 rejections – is her topic. in 1979 she woke up one morning and told her husband she was going to write a book documenting the traditional lifeways of the Navajo people. She said, “It will only take about six months,” Thirteen years later and 131 rejections later, Time Among the Navajo: Lifeways on the Reservation was finally published. Then in 2009 an amazing photographer and Kathy interviewed and photographed two, three and four generations of Navajo women and daughters. After 33 rejections, Voices of Navajo Mothers and Daughters: Portraits of Beauty was published in 2022. What a journey she will share with us, do not miss this meeting.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

May 4, 2023 by brooksadmin

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

Welcomes ANN VIDEAN, book shepherd, author.

professional writer, editor and small business owner

HAPPY NATIONAL SMILE DAY – ALSO MAY 31^st – Smile!

WHO: ALL women writers!

WHY: Mission: Scottsdale Society of Women Writers gives members access to events of interest, a format for exchanging ideas, an opportunity to network with other women writers/authors in camaraderie and support, and an alliance with professionals for writing, publishing, and marketing.

WHAT: SPEAKER ANN VIDEAN says she showed up in the world with a pen in her hand and a song in her heart. Her writings show that www.anvidean.com She is an author of several fantasy books, an editor extraordinaire and a book shepherd for many. She will speak to us about editing our manuscripts ourselves to send the best we can to an editor, to save time and money for all. She has been writing for decades, a professional writer since 1981, and has had her own business for all that time.

Ann has a flare for marketing too. She is a longtime member of SSWW and has spoken to the group on assorted topics on more than one occasion. She has always been well received. Ann will give us many tips and techniques for polishing our work. Be ready with your questions. Remember, she is the one who always has a ‘tip’ for us! Ann guides peers through writing and editing, publishing and word-of-mouth marketing. Make your reservation now, you do not want to miss this meeting.

WHEN: WED May 31^st at 6:00 pm at our new IN PERSON location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask them to join as a member.

PRICING: THE COST OF THE MEETING ($20.00) covers the food and the room. The menu will consist of sandwich choices, salad choices, chips, cookies and a variety of beverages. The food at this venue is very good.

DUES: Dues are $50 annually. Upon joining, you receive a copy of the directory, the monthly newsletter and member support and camaraderie at all SSWW events, plus a plethora of professional speakers. Contact me for the form and pay on PayPal or mail to me – use [email protected] ONLY for PayPal, The membership form will be emailed to you. Thank you.

CHECK-IN: Please be on time and check-in at the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you time to chat with members and guests, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. The SSWW meeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time (currently MST). All attendees must RSVP at least three days in advance. Thank you for allowing us to begin our new adventure at this venue.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.
Have fun, meet trustworthy women writers, share dreams.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

April 4, 2023 by brooksadmin

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

Welcomes Mystery Writer, Betty Webb

Author of over 20 Novels and winner of several Book Awards

WHO: ALL women writers!

WHAT: SPEAKER BETTY WEBB, prolific author of over 20 novels!

Betty Webb is the author of the contemporary Lena Jones mystery series (Desert Wives, etc.) and the Gunn Zoo mysteries (The Panda of Death, etc.). But now she’s stepped into a time machine for her new historical mystery series with Lost in Paris, set in 1922. It debuts April 4, 2023. During her 20 years as a journalist, Betty has interviewed U.S. presidents, astronauts who walked on the moon, Nobel Prize-winners, and polygamy runaways. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Betty’s web site: www.bettywebb-mystery.com

Getting traditionally published has always been difficult, but mergers and buyouts have made that even more difficult. Betty Webb discusses how she jumped from one publisher to another. In her talk, she explains writing different “tones” in three different mystery series: the grim Lena Jones “Desert” series, set in Scottsdale; the cozy “Gunn Zoo” series, based on her work at the Phoenix Zoo, and now the Paris series with “Lost in Paris,” a historical set in 1922. She’ll also share sure-fire writing tips, from advertising copy, to journalism, to creative fiction.

WHEN: WED APRIL 26^th at 6:00 pm at our new IN PERSON location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask they join as a member.

CHECK-IN: Please be on time and check-in to the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you time to chat with members and guests, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. The SSWW meeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time (currently MST). All attendees must RSVP at least three days in advance. Thank you for allowing us to begin our new adventure with this venue.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.
Have fun, meet trustworthy women writers, share dreams.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

February 28, 2023 by brooksadmin

Welcomes Stella Pope Duarte

Author of many Genres – Winner of several Book Awards

WHO: ALL women writers!

WHY: Mission: Scottsdale Society of Women Writers gives members access to events of interest, a format for exchanging ideas, an opportunity to network with other women writers and authors in camaraderie and support, and an alliance with professionals relating to writing, publishing, and marketing.

WHAT: SPEAKER STELLA POPE DUARTE – author of many genres – winner of several book awards. www.stellapopeduarte.com

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Inspired to write by a prophetic dream of her father in 1995, Stella Pope Duarte, believes that writing like love, begins within or it doesn’t start at all. Hailed by critics as a “major literary voice in America,” Duarte is described by Jacquelyn Mitchard as a “magical weaver with a sure hand and a pure heart,” and by Ursula K. Le Guin as an “author who will enlarge humanity.” A Pulitzer Prize nominee, her work has garnered multiple awards.

Jumping Genres

What attracts your attention as a writer? Is it something you’ve never written before? Is it a genre that has illuded you? Discovering a new genre begins with appreciating the work of a writer highly skilled in the genre you seek. Masters of their craft, their work introduces you to the finished product. Writing genres come in all shapes and sizes and making them your own is easier than you think. Now, is the time to try a new genre!

WHEN: WED MARCH 29^th at 6:00 pm at our new IN PERSON location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

Please PAY on my PayPal at [email protected] $20.00 per person and confirm you will attend. Thank you. NO PAYMENT AT THE DOOR: the $20 on PayPal is due by 4:00 the Sunday before. Thank you for your cooperation.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask they join as a member.

DUES: Dues are $50 annually. Upon joining, you receive a copy of the directory, the monthly newsletter and member support and camaraderie at all SSWW events, plus a plethora of professional speakers. Contact me for the form and pay on PayPal or mail to me – use [email protected] for my PayPal, The membership form will be emailed to you. Thank you.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.
Have fun, meet trustworthy women writers, share dreams.

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS welcomes Caren Cantrell as speaker, 2/22/23.

January 30, 2023 by brooksadmin

SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS

Welcomes Caren Cantrell, Author of Various Genres

Entrepreneur and Book Shepherd

WHO: ALL women writers!

WHY: Mission: Scottsdale Society of Women Writers gives members access to events of interest, a format for exchanging ideas, an opportunity to network with other women writers and authors in camaraderie and support, and an alliance with professionals relating to writing, publishing, and marketing.

WHAT: SPEAKER CAREN CANTRELL Wed. 2-22-23

*Caren Cantrell has been a senior corporate executive, a small business owner, and is now an entrepreneur and author. Since establishing 102^ndPlace, a publishing services company, Caren has shepherded over 70 books to publication, including novels, self-help, memoir, business, and children’s books.

*Caren writes for the children’s market. She has published nine picture books, a middle-grade science-fantasy novel, and six non-fiction eBooks in the Planet Discovery Books for Kids series. She won 1st place in the Arizona Authors Literary contest for Sea of Surprises, 9^th place in the Writer’s Digest short story contest for Crow and Scarecrow, and 3^rd place in the Institute for Children’s Literature Mystery contest for Night Raiders.

*Caren will share what she’s learned about writing (it’s harder than you think) and marketing for children. She’ll discuss the multiple levels within children’s literature and the word counts and emotions specific to each. And she’ll have some tips for marketing to this specialized group.

www.102ndplace.com 480-902-9264 [email protected]

CAREN CANTRELL

WHEN: WED FEB 22^nd at 6:00 pm at our new IN PERSON location at the Panera Bread at Gainey Village, Scottsdale, 8777 N. Scottsdale Road, #302.

Please PAY on my PayPal www.brooksgoldmannpublishing.com $20.00 per person and confirm you will attend: text 480-250-5556 or email [email protected]

Option Two: Go direct to www.paypal.com and use 480-250-5556 or [email protected] NO PAYMENT ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR, the $20 on PayPal is due by Sunday PM Feb 19, 2023. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

GUESTS: If you have a guest, please notify Patricia, the host, and have them contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask they join as a member.

DUES: Dues are $50 annually. Upon joining, you receive a copy of the directory, the monthly newsletter and member support and camaraderie at all SSWW events, plus a plethora of professional speakers. Contact me for the form and pay on PayPal or mail to me – use [email protected] for my PayPal or text me at 480-250-5556 for my mailing address. The membership form will be emailed to you. Thank you!

CHECK-IN: Please be on time and check-in to the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you time to chat with members and guests, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. The SSWW meeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time (currently MST) NO PAYMENTS for the evening are accepted at the door and ALL those attending must RSVP at least three days in advance of the meeting and pay by that time. Thank you for allowing us to begin our new adventure with this venue.

Goals of the Group

Value all the professional women writers sharing their expertise.
Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.
Have fun, meet trustworthy women writers, share dreams.

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