Here are some events happening in the coming week: Glamour Magazine presents: Summer Love (or Lack Thereof) with Adelle Waldman August 17, 2013 7:00pm McNally Jackson 52 Prince Street To celebrate Glamour’s spotlight on fiction in the August issue, five contributing authors will read from new or recent novels: Megan…
New avenues for writers to get their books into the hands of readers seem to pop up every day. One of those options is a start-up called Writer’s Bloq. Founded in 2011, Writer’s Bloq advertises itself as a book accelerator and publicity partner for indie authors, acting as agent and…
As we gear up for the upcoming season of the WNBA-NYC, we’d like to remind you of one of the benefits of our blog available exclusively to chapter members: the Member Monday interview. These are our most popular posts, and they’re great in showcasing you! Whether you’re an author, agent,…
“A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.” — George R.R. Martin Who says reading and television can’t co-exist? HuffPost Books has compiled a fun list of TV’s most well-read characters, from Gilmore Girl’s Rory (339 during the show’s run), to…
Season Kick-Off and Networking Party September 11, 2013 6:00 – 8:30pm Location to be provided upon RSVP Join us for a chance to network and catch up with your fellow WNBA-NYC members. Bring friends who may be interested in joining our organization. There will be book give-aways for all paid-up…
The Corner Bookstore August 13, 2013 6:00pm – 8:00pm 1313 Madison Avenue (on the corner of 93rd Street) Author James Corbett David will read from his debut Dunmore’s New World, about the last royal governor of Virginia. DISH at Housing Works Bookstore Cafe August 7, 2013 7:00pm126 Crosby Street Just…
Click below for the latest news in the publishing industry. From Publishers Weekly: Are Traditional Publishing Seasons Outdated? Does digital publishing make the traditional publishing seasons obsolete? Independent Penguin Goes Out on High Note Strong sales follow Penguin into the Random House merger Man Booker Prize 2013 Longlist Announced The…
Summer is winding down, and the WNBA-NYC is gearing up for a season full of events and outings. Don’t miss out on our Neighborhood Lunches, author panels, and networking parties. Click here for a partial list of upcoming events. And be sure to check the blog for more details on…
Happy Monday, WNBA-ers! Here are a list of events for both young and old (and young at heart) to get you through the week. Harry Potter Celebration Scholastic Bookstore Wednesday, July 31, 2013 12:00pm 557 Broadway (Between Prince & Spring Streets) Parents and children are invited to a celebration of…
Atlanta, Georgia was the city of love this past weekend at the Romance Writers of America annual conference. Over 2000 writers, editors, agents and other industry professionals were in attendance for a weekend of panels, workshops,autographing sessions, and of course the RITA and Golden Heart awards ceremony. Here are links…
