Blog Editor, Author at Women's National Book Association

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!

Query Roulette: Meet the Agents, Part 4!

Finished your novel and thinking of sending it out? Get advice from Query Roulette agents Amelia Appel and Gabrielle Piraino!

Query Roulette: Meet the Agents, Part 3!

How do you fit an entire novel on one page? Get advice before Query Roulette from agents Stacy Testa and Samantha Fingerhut.

Query Roulette: Meet the Agents, Part 2!

Looking for a literary agent for your next novel? With Query Roulette coming up in two weeks, get to know the agents and what they’re looking for!

Query Roulette: Meet the Agents!

Before Query Roulette on June 5th, learn more about some of the agents – and how to impress them in your query! Agents Tess Callero and Christina Morgan share.

Annual Spring Brunch Recap

At the annual spring brunch, WNBA members mingled over pastries and wine. New members and veterans mixed together and discussed a shared interest: books!

Members Write Now: Barbara Brett

“I understand that you were a terrific detective until you retired.” “Nowadays I’m concentrating on becoming a terrific bookman.” – Barbara Brett’s novel SECRET AGENDA published earlier this year!

The Intersection of Poetry and Fiction: An Interview with Two NRGM Authors, Part 2

NRGM authors Susan Henderson and Hala Alyan answer interview questions about the experiences they’ve had as poets and novelists.

The Intersection of Poetry and Fiction: An Interview with Two NRGM Authors, Part 1

NRGM authors Susan Henderson and Hala Alyan answer interview questions about the experiences they’ve had as poets and novelists.

Members Write Now: Deborah Batterman

The starting point for Jake is a spoon he came across at a small shop in the town of Woodstock. — Deborah Batterman’s novel JUST LIKE FEBRUARY published April 10!

Deconstructing Upmarket Fiction

Have you ever wondered what upmarket fiction is? Come see a panel of literary agents discussing upmarket fiction to learn more!

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