Join us Saturday, March 18, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, as Stephanie Chandler presents “Marketing and Monetizing: Online Promotion and Revenue Streams for Authors, Speakers and Consultants.” Many writers struggle with two major components of their businesses: marketing and revenue generation. In this content-rich … [Read more...] about March 18, 2017: Marketing and Monetizing: Online Promotion and Revenue Streams for Authors, Speakers and Consultants
Past Meetings
Towne Center Author Meet and Greet
On Tuesday, January 24, from 7:00-9:00 p.m., Tri-Valley Writers will hold an “author meet and greet” evening at Pleasanton’s Towne Center Books (555 Main St). Fifteen authors will be on hand to talk about and sign their books and chat about writing. This is a great opportunity to support our local independent bookstore and meet local authors. Poetry, fantasy, sci fi, memoir and … [Read more...] about Towne Center Author Meet and Greet
February, 18, 2017: 7 Essential Keys for Planning Your Novel for Pantsers
Join us Saturday, February 18, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, as Beth Barany presents “7 Essential Keys for Planning Your Novel for Pantsers.” In this hands-on workshop, we’ll brainstorm the steps to create your novel—from character development to plot structure to story themes and world building—so you can start writing your … [Read more...] about February, 18, 2017: 7 Essential Keys for Planning Your Novel for Pantsers
October 15, 2016: Craft Workshop “Improve Your Storytelling”
Join us Saturday, October 15, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, for a special workshop on Ways to Improve Your Storytelling. Note: Our regular meeting time will be extended to 4:30 for this special presentation. Scott Evans will present a hands-on workshop that will cover: Intensifying plot points to add conflict and drama … [Read more...] about October 15, 2016: Craft Workshop “Improve Your Storytelling”
January 21, 2017: Winterfest Ekphrasis
Join us Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. for a celebration of art and writing. The start of the new year is ideal to bond with our writing community as we enjoy social time amid the beautiful submissions of visual art from Tri-Valley Writers members. In addition to selected readings of work inspired by the art, the meeting will feature a number of highlights, including a … [Read more...] about January 21, 2017: Winterfest Ekphrasis
