LitMingle Calendar April 2019

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 3. 6:15PM – 7:45PM

WHERE:
The Westchester Loyola Village Branch Library
7114 W. Manchester Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
The Westchester–Loyola Village Branch Library has ample free parking in the back and on the street in front. It is also within two blocks of the Santa Monica and Los Angeles Metro bus lines.

ABOUT:
Writing great dialogue

EXTRAS:
Snacks and bottled water provided.

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinators Renee Carter & Saundra Davis

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 3. 7:00PM – 8:45PM

WHERE:
Ocean Park Branch Library
2601 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 458-8683
Corner of Main and Ocean Park. There is some metered parking next to the Library (check the signs carefully) and on Main Street. There is also a metered lot off Neilson, just 1 block west and a long block north.

ABOUT:
It’s time for our annual Middle Grade/Young Adult Peer Critique Night, in which we break into groups to offer kind and constructive feedback on each other’s novel pages. To participate, choose 1000 words (about four pages), from your manuscript and bring six copies—12 pt. Times New Roman, double spaced, please).

Each author will have an allotted amount of time to read and receive feedback. And if you don’t have a manuscript ready for critique, we encourage you to come anyway and offer feedback. Giving and listening can be just as valuable as receiving!

EXTRAS:
Filtered water provided. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks.

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinators Laurie Young & Rebecca Light

WHEN:
Saturday, April 6. 10:15AM – 12:00PM

WHERE:
Lamanda Branch of the Pasadena Library
140 S. Altadena Drive
Pasadena, CA

ABOUT:
POV Workshop

EXTRAS:
Snacks are welcome, if we have any volunteers.

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinators Ronna Mandel & Kyle Herrman

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 10. 7:00PM – 8:00PM

WHERE:
Panera Bread
39403 W. 10th Street
Palmdale, CA

ABOUT:
Spotlight on Publishers – Are there any publishers out there that accept submissions from writers/illustrators without an agent?

This year we are having a book discussion in August. The book is Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert. The discussion is scheduled for August so members are encouraged to read the book prior to the meeting.

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinator Nancy Whitesides

WHEN:
Thursday, April 11. 6:30PM – 8:00PM

WHERE:
Once Upon a Time Bookstore
2207 Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA 91020
(next door to Zeke’s)
Bookstore Phone: 818-248-9668

Note: Free parking is available in the large lot behind the shops. Access it via the small alley next to Black Cow Cafe.

ABOUT:
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words, BUT You Get 500

As you might be aware, the average Picture Book published these days is around 500 words. So how do you keep your words sparse yet give your story depth? It’s harder than it looks. But we have a fun exercise to inspire both writers and illustrators across all genres.

In our April LitMingle, we will present a photo or illustration and let you write the accompanying text. It’s up to you if you want to work on plot, dialogue, character, or setting. Let the image inspire you. There will be a chance to share and give feedback. Remember, there are no wrong answers.

Please bring paper, pen or pencil, and your imagination!

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinators Todd Horinouchi and Chris Go

WHEN:
Monday, April 15. 7:00PM – 9:00PM

WHERE:
445 15th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(A two story Spanish-style private home. 5 blocks north of Wilshire, between Montana & San Vicente.)
Free residential street parking.

ABOUT:
“March Madness…
Websites and Beyond!”
THE “6W’s” and an “H”
View on our huge TV screen monitor

Let’s enjoy a fun creative evening together & move forward in our common pursuit of making a contribution to the world of children’s illustration and literature!

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinator Suzy Engelman Block

WHEN:
Monday, April 29. 6:30PM – 7:50PM

WHERE:
Meeting Room of the Los Angeles Public Library – Sherman Oaks
14245 Moorpark St., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
There is parking in the lot (if you can find a spot) and unrestricted (free) parking on the nearby streets.

ABOUT:
Improving Your Social (Networking) Presence
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest! There are so many technological platforms to market yourself to readers, but we don’t have time for them all. This month, we will go over which social platforms seem to work best for authors and how to focus on your favorite.

RSVP:
Please click here to RSVP to Coordinators Karen Sampson & Victoria Van Vleet