California Writers Club, Sacramento Branch

Dedicated to Educating Writers of all Levels

Writers Network November 3rd – What makes a great book cover?


Friday, November 3, 2023

9 – 11 am

CH Cafe & Grill
6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)
Citrus Heights

or

Join with Zoom

Passcode 227171
We all judge books by their covers. Investing in a professional cover will help sell your book.
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Karen Phillips
Karen Phillips

Karen Phillips

What makes a Great Book Cover?

Attendees will learn about:

  • The three most important elements of a book cover.
  • Before and after examples of covers.
  • Tips on using the cover to its fullest potential.
  • Best practices for formatting the interior of a book.
  • Typical costs for book cover design and formatting.

Karen A. Phillips has a degree in Applied Art & Design. She has been designing book covers and book formatting for many years. She especially enjoys working with self-published authors. In 2023 she published her debut mystery, A DEADLY COMBO—and yes, she designed the cover.

Writers Network December 1 – Guest Speaking to Make a Lasting Impression!


Friday, December 1, 2023

9 – 11 am

CH Cafe & Grill
6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)
Citrus Heights

or

Join with Zoom

Passcode 227171
Whether you are a shy introvert, or an exuberant extrovert, you can be a guest speaker with confidence that packs a punch.
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Kathy Boyd Fellure
Kathy Boyd Fellure

Kathy Boyd Fellure

Guest Speaking to Make a Lasting Impression!

Attendees will learn about:

  • Effective preparation.
  • Clear presentation.
  • Your personal flair.
  • Concise conclusion.
  • Always leave the audience wanting more.

Kathy Boyd Fellure is the author of four children’s books, the Tahoe Trilogy novels, and the second book in her Across the Pond five novel series releases in December of 2023. She teaches at writer conferences, guest speaks, and hosted the TSPN TV show ~ Authors, Writers, Books, and Beyond.

CWC-SACRAMENTO WRITER’S SALON

Saturday October 21st Celebrate California Writer’s Week with us

Mark your calendar for another exciting meeting Saturday, October 21!

Members will be reading their work

Come and hear what all the writing is about. Support your fellow writers.

CA Legislation
 

Program Itinerary

Saturday October 21st, 1pm-3pm

Fair Oaks Library, 11601 Fair Oaks Blvd. Networking & Coffee:

These authors will be reading from their books:

  • Terri Dorow, reading from Just Lo
  • Rosemary Covington, reading from Swimming in Mud
  • Bonnie Blue, reading from Finding My Soul: Five Years at the Findhorn Community
  • Lynda Smith Hoggan, reading from Our Song: A Memoir of Love and Race
  • Sandra Navarro, reading from Cooking With My Ancestors and She Always Wore an Apron
  • Mari-Lynne Infantino, reading from The Bird Tattoo Murders

We will also have a book display – Bring a copy of your own book(s) to display and SELL!

 

 

 

Writers Network October 6 – Writing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence


Friday, October 6, 2023

9 – 11 am

CH Cafe & Grill
6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)
Citrus Heights

or

Join with Zoom

Passcode 227171

Norman Plotkin
Norman Plotkin

Norman Plotkin

Writing in the age of artificial intelligence

Attendees will learn about:

  • The pace of change means there are no experts.
  • The ability to bring your work to market has never been easier.
  • Artificial is, well, artificial.
  • The powerful play goes on and you can contribute a verse!
  • Never lose your true North.

Norman spent 25 years working for the California State Legislature. Cancer awakened a desire to serve others.  He writes about the experience in Take Charge of Your Cancer. Plotkin’s second book, Master Mind Master Life, is about hypnotherapy. His third book, Meditation and the Meridians, was published recently.

Writers Network September 1 – Building & Marketing Your Website


Friday, September 1, 2023

9 – 11 am

CH Cafe & Grill (formally Perko’s)
6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)
Citrus Heights

or

Join with Zoom

Passcode 227171

Bernard Wozny
Bernard Wozny

Alysse Adularia

Bernard Wozny & Alysse Adularia

Why an Author needs a Website and how to Market it.

Attendees will learn about:

  • Why do I need a website?
  • Do I have to pay to get a website?
  • How do I build a website?
  • How do I promote my website?
  • What is an email list?
  • How do I get an email list – & what do I do with it?
  • What is a Blog?
  • How do I put all this together and manage my website?
  • How does marketing fit in with the website?

Both Bernard Wozny and Alysse Adularia are published authors. Bernard has a long-standing history of software and website development. While Alysse has a strong background in marketing. Together they will explain the finer points setting up an author’s website.