Fred Norman, CWC Tri-Valley member, … [Read more...] about Fred Norman published in al-Mutanabbi Street Starts Here
Unlikely source by Camille DeFer Thompson
I reconnected with a childhood friend awhile back. We had lost touch after junior high. The high school in our district had been plagued with vandalism and violence throughout the mid-60's as the Civil Rights movement escalated. My parents, their minds made up that it was not a safe environment for a mousy white girl, thrust me into the uncomfortable position of lying about … [Read more...] about Unlikely source by Camille DeFer Thompson
Second chances by Lani Longshore
So far this year there have been three contests that I almost qualified to enter. My novel is really a novella and didn't make the word count for one; my dream-come-true story didn't involve sky-diving or some other near-death experience for the second; my first page start was intriguing and quirky, but not exactly scintillating enough for the third. To top it off, I missed my … [Read more...] about Second chances by Lani Longshore
Kathy Urban honored for dedicated service
Kathy Urban was honored for seven years of service to California Writers Club Tri-Valley Branch at the September 15, 2012 meeting. Kathy, a founding member, was instrumental in the branch organizational and has served on the Board of Directors since the 2006 charter. She has resigned from the board to pursue her writing career but remains an active member. … [Read more...] about Kathy Urban honored for dedicated service
October 2012 President’s Message from Paula Chinick
The old adage practice, practice, practice are words a writer needs to live by. To be a writer who produces quality work means the constant development of your technique. Hone your craft by attending writing classes, lectures, seminars, or workshops. … [Read more...] about October 2012 President’s Message from Paula Chinick
