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SUMMARY:Debut of the 2026 Bacopa Literary Review
DESCRIPTION:A few copies of previous editions will also be available for $5.\nPlease join us for the annual reading and release of the Bacopa Literary Review\, 2026\, featuring readings by local and regional contributors. \nPrint copies of the journal will be available (free copies for WAG members and Bacopa 2026 contributors). Non-members may purchase the book for $10. \nLight refreshments will be available. \nFor those unable to attend in person\, you may connect by Zoom\, using this link: \n\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89973131287?pwd=UWc4WXRaaDl0OWVQWmgwbTBiNHdVQT09 \nMeeting ID: 899 7313 1287\nPasscode: 316819 \nIf you connect by Zoom\, please MUTE your audio and keep it muted so sounds on your end will not disrupt the presentation. \n\n\n\n\nTo purchase copies of the journal on Amazon\, click on Bacopa Literary Review\, 2026.  \n  \nReadings by Bacopa 2026 contributors:\nFORMAL POETRY \nJennifer Grant \nJonathan Wolf \nFREE VERSE POETRY \nCarol Church \nEdward Suggs \nKristine Crane \nDavid Maas \nCREATIVE NON FICTION  \nRob Rogers \nChris Gallagher \nMichelle Dunlap \nElizabeth Bird \nFICTION \nJanna Moretti \nCharlotte M. Porter
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/debut-of-the-2026-bacopa-literary-review/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings
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SUMMARY:Book Festival Vendor Success: Advanced Strategies
DESCRIPTION:WAG Members\, join us by Zoom.*\nDescription:  \nYou’ve done your first festival – now let’s level up! Advanced booth strategies\, engagement techniques\, and post-event follow-up to maximize festival ROI. \nKey Points: \n\nReview: basics from 2025 (booth setup essentials)\nAdvanced booth design: standing out without breaking the bank\nThe “first 3 seconds” rule: grabbing attention immediately\nEngagement beyond “Would you like to buy a book?”: conversation starters\nPricing strategies: bundles\, discounts\, payment options (Square\, Venmo)\nCollecting emails at events (legal and effective methods)\nPost-festival follow-up: turning browsers into buyers\nMeasuring success: beyond just “books sold”\nNetworking with other vendors and organizers\n\nWorksheets/Handouts: \n\n“Festival Prep Checklist 2.0” – advanced items to bring\n“Conversation Starter Scripts” – natural ways to engage attendees\n“Post-Festival Email Template” – follow-up message for prospects\n“Festival ROI Calculator” – tracking costs vs. returns\nBooth layout diagrams (space-saving strategies)\n\nResources: \n\nLow-cost: Canva templates for booth signage\nFree: Square Reader (card payments)\nFree: Email collection form templates\nDIY: Budget-friendly booth decoration ideas\n\n\n* The Zoom link is always the same:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/book-festival-vendor-success-advanced-strategies/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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SUMMARY:WAG's Holiday Social
DESCRIPTION:WAG’s Holiday Social will be held on Sunday\, December 13\, at 2:30 p.m. at the Millhopper Branch of the Alachua County Library. \nJoin us for readings\, fellowship\, and refreshments. \nWAG members who wish to read should email WAG Digest Editor Wendy Thornton. Please keep in mind that while WAG supports all writing\, we’re also a federal and state non-profit\, and our events are open to the public. Therefore\, Wendy will review your 5-7 minute reading in advance for approval along the criteria of suitability for all ages. The piece you wish to read must be in Wendy’s hands by December 1\, 2026\, and it must be of such length that you can read it within 4-7 minutes—without rushing. The time limit will be strictly enforced with “jingled bells.” \nThanks\, and we look forward to receiving your reading submissions! \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/wags-holiday-scoial/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings,Social
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SUMMARY:Marketing Coalition Year in Review & 2027 Goal Setting
DESCRIPTION:WAG members\, join us to review and plan for 2027.\nWe meet by Zoom (see link at end).\nWhat Worked — What Didn’t\nDescription:  \nCollaborative session where we review what marketing strategies worked in 2026\, share successes and failures\, and plan realistic\, sustainable goals for 2027. \nKey Points: \n\nGuided reflection: what did you try this year?\nMetrics that matter: beyond just book sales\nCelebrating small wins (100 newsletter subscribers IS an achievement!)\nWhat to stop doing in 2027 (permission to quit what doesn’t work)\nWhat to start\, continue\, or improve\nSetting SMART goals for 2027 (Specific\, Measurable\, Achievable\, Relevant\, Time-bound)\nAccountability partners and support systems\nPreviewing 2027 Marketing Coalition topics (member input)\nResources and tools to invest in for 2027\n\nWorksheets/Handouts: \n\n“2026 Marketing Audit” – reviewing the year’s efforts\n“2027 Goal Setting Worksheet” – SMART goal framework\n“Marketing Budget Planner” – allocating resources for next year\n“Accountability Partner Agreement” – pairing up with another member\nSurvey: What topics do members want for 2027?\n\nResources: \n\nFree: Goal-setting templates\nFree: Marketing analytics tracking spreadsheet\nFree: Author business planner (digital download)\nList: Recommended tools and services for 2027\nCommunity: Finding accountability partners\n\n\n* The Zoom link is always the same:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/year-in-review-2027-goal-setting-what-worked-what-didnt/
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