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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!

Out and About: Roulette, Writers, and Poetry

Ask Roulette: 2nd Anniversary Special Show! It’s the Second Annual Ask Roulette where strangers ask each other any question they want, big or small, in front of a live audience. You can only ask a question once you’ve answered one. If you prefer, you can just be part of the…

Bookmark This!: Writing Tips & Advice

Are you writer? How do you know if you haven’t been “published” yet? In Amy Koko’s article, “What Being A Writer Requires” she goes through her thoughts of whether she can call herself a writer. You can feel her doubt from the actual question “Is it okay to call myself…

WNBA Wednesday – Four Ways to Keep Warm this Month

We are officially one week into the New Year and there is already so much to do; especially, while trying not to become a walking ice cube. Here are four ways to help keep you warm this month. (Laughing keeps you warm, too, so I sprinkled in some gifs for…

Member Monday – Tqwana Brown Says So Long (to Blog Manager) But Not Goodbye

So Long (to Blog Manager) But Not Goodbye – by Tqwana Brown Tqwana is finishing up her M.S. in Publishing degree Pace University. A former High School teacher, she is currently working as a Book Representative at Writer’s Bloq, Inc. and as a Publishing Assistant at Bright Kids. Happy 2014,…

Out and About: Start the New Year Off Right

Happy New Year fellow WNBA-NYCers! I’m sure your Resolutions are underway and if getting out and about with other bibliophiles to enjoy book related events then you have come to the right place. Opportunities for Authors, Readers, and Bookstores in the Digital Age A panel discussion on the plethora of…

Blog On Holiday Break, See You Next Year

Women’s National Book Association – New York Chapter Blog will be on Holiday Break until next year. Look for the Out and About Post on Friday, January 3, 2014. Tell us about your New Year’s Resolutions at blog@wnba-nyc.org. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Out and About: A WNBA Holiday to Remember

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Grab a fellow WNBA-er and check out some of these extra-festive holiday events. A BookCourt Christmas Celebrations abound this evening at BookCourt; don’t miss out! Join artist Mark Borthwick and several guest musicians as we toast to good friends, good books, and the…

Bookmark This!: Gift Ideas for Naughty & Nice Bibliophiles

Exactly one week from today people will be exchanging gifts with friends and family. If you haven’t finished shopping for everyone on your gift list then you better hurry. However, if you are having trouble deciding on what to get the bibliophile in your life there is a plethora of…

Member Monday: Dena Mekawi

Dena Mekawi is a 23 year old living in Staten Island, New York. She is currently completing a Masters degree in publishing at Pace University. Congratulations on becoming the UN Youth Representative. Why did you want to take on the position? What are some of your goals as UN Youth…

Bookmark This!: How to Get Money for Writing Stuff

Being a writer is fun, creative and very important. But sometimes it can be difficult, especially when you are trying to make money by writing. According to Welcome to the NEA: Or, How to Get Money for Writing Stuff on the Writer’s Relief website there may be a resource you…

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