LA Kids Book Festival—Los Angeles A free, annual community event in West Hollywood Park dedicated to promoting children’s literacy, diversity, and the joy of reading. Founded to provide inclusive, bilingual resources, it features over 100 authors, illustrators, live storytimes, performances, and activities like foam parties and arts & crafts. LA’s largest event celebrating early education, bilingualism,…
Ten Tips to Improve Writing and Blogging 1. Use a Punchy Opening Line Grab their attention early on by provoking an emotional response with a punchy opening sentence. Short, clear sentences will grab your readers’ attention. Use adjectives sparingly. Opening lines don’t have to be loud, subtlety is just as effective. Examples: A word of caution.…
Willamette Writers Conference—Portland The largest writers’ organization in the Pacific Northwest brings together writers of all genres and career stages for this annual conference. With a focus on craft development, community building, and career advancement, this event is perfect for Pacific Northwest authors. Willamette Writers is an in-person and online writing community of over 6,000…
There was quite a commotion down on the street this morning, here on Wall Street where I work. Of course, I get to the office before the sun comes up, so whatever it was it came along after I was already at my desk, comfortable, with a nice hot cup of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe. Coffee was…
by Murderously Philly… “Hi, my name is Ted” I say to everybody, “and I’m a serial killer.” “Hi, Ted,” says everybody. Everybody always says Hi. Welcome to Serial Killers Anonymous, a twelve-step program for rippers, rapers, stabbers, stranglers, axe murderers, chainsaw enthusiasts, and just about every type person who ever murdered over and over again,…
