The Women’s National Book Association was founded in 1917 by female booksellers who weren’t allowed in the men’s organizations. Nearly 100 years later, the WNBA is still supporting women in the book industry through literary events, networking, literacy projects, workshops, open mic nights, book clubs, and many other entertaining programs throughout the season!
Members of WNBA-NYC had a great time meeting others in publishing at Brooklyn Book Festival 2016 to talk about WNBA, books, and publishing. Click to read more about BBF.
Before the WNBA-NYC blog takes off for a short summer vacation, Chapter President Hannah Bennett wants to remind you about the exciting fall season ahead!
WNBA chapter representatives from across the country come together in support of our nationwide efforts in advocacy, education, and connection at the 2016 National Meeting.
Come hear the written word from some of WNBA’s writers as they read selections from their books, poems, and hearts. Join us tonight at Cornelia Street Cafe for Open Mic.
Come out and vote Wednesday, May 4th for WNBA-NYC committee and executive board positions. Afterwards, the networking party will begin. We’ll have delicious food, libations, and book giveaways.
A full crowd gathers to hear three inspired writers talk about sexuality, literature, and the craft of combining the two in WNBA-NYC’s latest Author Panel.