August 01, 2023
Dear members of the San Francisco Peninsula Branch of the CWC,
Newsblast Update August 01, 2023!
Members submit news to: newsletter@sfpeninsulawriters.com
Meeting: Sat, Aug 19, 2023, 10am-12pm
”Beginning a story is easy,” claims Eireene Nealand. “Endings rush at us in a flash. It’s the middle that makes us quit.” In describing her presentation, “Writing the Middle: The Backward-Logic of Homeostasis,” Eireen “applies principles of neurobiology to help writers work backwards from target endings to allow story middles to become poetically wild, drawing in seemingly extraneous elements as our characters adjust in order to emerge all the more themselves.” With this juicy teaser, who isn’t looking forward to this presentation?
Read more and pre-register for $15 to attend meetings or pay at the door. In-person only, Sequoia Yacht Club.
New Member, Welcome!
Craig Benson: Fantasy, General, Historical, Literary, Travel
Member News (https://www.cwc-sfpeninsula.org/newsstand)
Alyssa Stone’s essay “I’m a Believer Who Married a Skeptic” appeared on shondaland!
More awards for Carole Bumpus!
Darlene Frank celebrated a big turnout for "Writers Read Their Work"!
Who appeared on KQED? Geri Spieler, of course! Plus a full page story about Housewife Assassin in the New York Weekly!
Amazing, guys!
Special Awards
Ina Coolbrith Award. Long-term leader, past branch president, board member, NorCal Representative, and so much more, Carole Bumpus was awarded the Ina Coolbrith Award by the CWC Central Board, which bestows the award to honor a member for exemplary service to CWC and/or the Central Board. Congratulations, Carole! Well earned!
Louise Boggess Award. This year’s award goes to Sue Barizon, along with her stalwart husband and ex-officio member at large Steve. Oh … how we all feel warmly hosted by their congenial setup, environment, and perfect service. Thank you two so much! Be sure to thank them personally at the next meeting.
Jack London Award. Every two years, the State CWC honors outstanding volunteer service by branch individuals. One of the highest honors bestowed to members, the award recognizes “that special someone at your branch who maintains a superior and sustained record of stepping forward unselfishly in the spirit of volunteerism.” Since I’m writing this newsblast and received this award, I, Tim Flood, hereby declare tonight Ice Cream Night!
Special Events
Writers Helping Writers Palo Alto (Events will resume in September)
Writers Helping Writers San Mateo (Events will resume in September)
Looking for Volunteers
Learn and practice real-world career skills as a volunteer! Contact VP Eva Barrows at vp@sfpeninsulawriters.com to get started growing with us.
We're looking for a member to help the CWC Promotions Team by posting our events to Meetup and other social media websites.
Hone your project management and editorial skills by stepping into the Newsletter Director role where you'll oversee the flow of information going through all of our marketing channels.
We're also looking for a Speaker Liaison to coordinate the Palo Alto Writers Helping Writers sessions. If you'd enjoy spotting the unique talents of fellow club members and engaging them as session presenters, let us know!
Critique Groups
Our Critique Groups are up, up and away! Members have reported success in polishing their pieces and getting their work published.
Looking for feedback on your work? Here are groups that are still taking members in the following genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Memoirs, literary fiction, poetry and more!
Questions? Connect with Matchmaker Miera Rao (mieraraocwc@gmail.com), who adds, “Please add me to your Contacts … spam has been hyperactive!”
Membership Renewal Reminder
Our website makes it easy to renew. Just have your credit card ready and click on this link.
Regular members click on the Regular button ($45)
Dual members click on the Dual button ($25)
If you can’t remember if you’re a regular or dual member, take a deep breath and chilax. Father Tim’s receiving confessions: timcwcpeninsula@gmail.com.
Donations to Your Branch
Donations to your branch are now tax deductible. If you’d like to make a donation to help keep your branch thriving, here’s the place to do it.
Advertise in the CWC Bulletin
Interested in advertising in the CWC Bulletin? Here’s how.
Take Advantage
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Keep writing!
Tim Flood
Your Newsblast Writer
California Writers Club
San Francisco / Peninsula Branch