Richard Gartee is the author of 32 published books—eight of them fiction. On Sunday, June 8, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Millhopper Library, he will offer key tips for keeping readers entertained and engaged by sharing examples of these elements: Show, Don’t Tell: Rather than telling readers how … Read More
WAG's Sunday, July 13, program with Dr. Rik Stevenson is the perfect follow-up to our historical Fannie Lou Hamer presentation by Pamela D. Marshall and the WAG/GFAA "Hidden Histories" exhibit at the Gainesville Fine Art Association's gallery. Stevenson's presentation will discuss the concept of the "Other Book" and underrepresented historical … Read More
Author Judith T. Fisher will be WAG's guest speaker on Sunday, August 10. Her presentation, "Your road to securing an agent and a traditional publisher while avoiding pitfalls and scams," will begin at 2:30 p.m. in Room A of the Millhopper branch of the Alachua County Library. The discussion will … Read More
A Workshop Do you have major responsibilities? Perhaps you are raising children or grandchildren, holding down multiple jobs, caring for aging parents, trying to make the world better through volunteerism, or dealing with health issues that sap your strength. How can we also fit productive writing into our lives? And … Read More
Marketing Coalition Meeting - Come Join Us! In this presentation, we’ll discuss strategies to grow your newsletter subscriber list, craft engaging emails, and maintain regular contact with your readers. Key Points: The importance of an email list for authors. How to incentivize sign-ups (exclusive content, free ebooks, etc.). Effective newsletter … Read More
Pamela Cappetta, Ed.D, a licensed professional counselor and mindfulness teacher, is excited to lead an experiential workshop designed to enhance your creativity, confidence, and creative writing through mindfulness practices. This presentation will be held at the Millhopper Library at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 12, 2025. In this workshop, you … Read More
Effective Social Media Strategies for Authors Description: Learn how to build your brand on social media platforms, create engaging content, and convert followers into readers. Key Points: Choosing the right social media platforms for your audience. How to post consistently without burnout (content batching, scheduling tools). Engagement strategies: polls, … Read More
