Springs Writers Cancelled Tonight

There will be no Springs Writers tonight. Scoti is attending a memorial service for her son and his three other fallen comrades. Springs Writers will resume next month.

Springs Writers Update

Springs Writers will begin meeting again February 13. While we’re on hiatus, below are some writing opportunities for you to pursue. Merry Christmas and Happy Writing.

Call for Submissions

The Tao of Place; When a Mind Breaks; Hot Mamas of Reinvention: Interview Subjects Wanted; Overworked in America: Interview Subjects Wanted

http://thewordsinger.com/up-coming-5/

Chicken Soup for the Soul looking for stories: Finding My Faith; Hope & Healing for Your Breast Cancer; New Friends; Parenthood; Think Positive for Kids

http://www.chickensoup.com/form.asp?cid=possible_books

Miracles and Moments of Grace, stories on motherhood: http://stuartmarket.blogspot.com/2011/11/stories-on-motherhood-needed.html

True stories from people who have been blessed and comforted by God through animals and nature, especially after loss (death of a loved one, divorce, health, earthly possessions): http://stuartmarket.blogspot.com/2011/11/writing-opportunity.html

God Still Meets Needs daily devotional: http://stuartmarket.blogspot.com/2011/10/daily-devotions-needed.html

Donna Goodrich has a publisher "interested" in a book proposal for a book titled: "Devotions, Prayers, and Hints for Caregivers." She'd like 250 word devotions, prayers, and some very practical hints concerning caring for parents, spouses, children, or others. Doesn't have to be a terminal illness—even a temporary one where you felt stressed and needed the help I'm hoping this book can give. For details contact Donna Clark Goodrich at dgood648@aol.com.

November Workshop Cancelled

As some of you may or may not know, my firstborn son, an Army Ranger, was killed in Afghanistan last week. I’ve been in researchaholic mode, following the news coverage and making pdfs on my Mac of each story. Below you will find some links regarding my son. I’m not sure whether or not I’ll be in town for Springs Writers, on November 14. And since I was the presenter, the workshop is cancelled.

I’d appreciate your prayers for my daughter-in-love, Sarah, my two granddaughters, Mikajsa (age 3) and Aaliyah (age 1) and my son Kyle (age 24).

If you’d like to follow my thoughts and feelings, you can friend me on Facebook. Right now, I’m keeping my Facebook page locked down tight.

http://www.seattlepi.com/local/komo/article/Hero-s-story-Ft-Lewis-soldier-killed-on-14th-2238938.php

http://www.npr.org/templates/archives/archive.php?thingId=141716857

http://www.foxnews.com/on-air/america-live/index.html#/v/1244314084001/highly-decorated-army-ranger-dies-on-14th-deployment/?playlist_id=87651?test=faces

http://abcnews.go.com/US/army-ranger-helped-rescue-jessica-lynch-dies-14th/story?id=14811227#.TqdGxlzDOVw.twitter

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2053668/Kristoffer-Domeij-killed-Afghanistan-14th-deployment-Elite-Army-Rangers.html

Springs Writers October Meeting

"A man who is a master of patience is master of everything else." George Savile

We are working on a permanent meeting room at Woodmen Valley Chapel and will have the issue resolved by next month, so we will not meet in October. I hope you use the regular meeting time to write, write, write. Our November workshop will be:

Targeting a Publication for Your Writing

“The odds of hitting your target go up dramatically when you aim at it.”—Mal Pancoast.

Have you received rejection letters along the lines of ‘this piece is not quite right for us’? It may be nothing to do with the quality of your writing and everything to do with poor targeting. So how do you choose a magazine or e-zine to query to turn those rejections into acceptances? This workshop includes how to

• Determine your target audience and find key demographics
• Analyze a magazine to ensure your writing and topic matches what editors want
• Research for writers guidelines.

Scoti Domeij includes 17 online searchable databases listing 1000’s of magazine writer’s guidelines.

Springs Writers September Meeting

Hi Y'all.

Woodman Valley Chapel has a wonderful problem. The rooms at the church are packed every night meeting the needs of many people. Springs Writers will not be meeting tonight. I was able to book a room, but the confirmation was too late to inform you. Next month we'll be back on track. Hope you spend your time tonight writing.

FREE June Workshop: 50 Ways to Lead Your Lover

When: Monday, June 13, 2011

Location: Stone Chapel, 280 East Woodmen Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

One. Two. Three. Four. Five seconds. That’s the length of time your lead has to hook your reader. Writing the opening hook and first paragraph can be the toughest part of your article or chapter. In this workshop Scoti Springfield Domeij

• * covers the most common types of leads, plus over 50 other creative leads
• * diagnoses common mistakes writers make writing hooks
• * identifies the qualities and common denominators of leads
• * reviews the nut paragraph leading the reader into your article
• * reveals 12 writing lead no-no’s.

Cut through information overload and write interesting leads to grab your readers to read beyond the first paragraph.

Summer Intern Wanted

Lorraine Pintus, an international author, speaker, and writing coach, is looking for a summer intern.  Lodging is provided in a beautiful Colorado mountain setting near Colorado Springs in Lorraine’s home. The intern would learn from Lorraine and work for 2 months for about 10-15 hours each week. Hours are flexible. (If desired, the intern can look for other part time work).

Length of time: June through July, 2011

Location: 15 miles north of Colorado Springs, CO

Duties:

• Social media: Execute messages via Twitter, Facebook, Linked-in and other networking sites. Create and place Facebook ads in connection with different books.  Market through social media a series of 10 short videos.
• Media: Write press releases and set up interviews for radio/TV/newspapers in connection with upcoming conferences/speaking engagements.
• Research: Research for future books Lorraine is writing and research placement opportunities for current books/articles.
• Product fulfillment: Fulfill orders for about 9 different products
• Conference/Speaking engagements: Organize and execute speaking events for author.
• Design/write publicity materials: Includes brochures, flyers, web copy. Also, help write scripts for 16 4-minute inspirational audios on related to health and women’s hormones.
• The ideal candidate must have a passion for God, a teachable spirit, excellent communication skills, and a desire to learn the writing/publishing/speaking business. Knowledge of Word, Publisher, Powerpoint, and Social Media is preferred.

While no monetary compensation is provided, the candidate will receive no less than 10 hours of coaching from Lorraine (a $750 value). This is tailored to the individual needs of the intern and can include anything related to the writing/speaking/publishing industry (book proposals, magazine writing, marketing, speaking, etc.)  1,000 square feet of private living space will be provided in Lorraine’s mountain home.

To apply:  Send a cover letter stating why you would be interested in this opportunity. Attach a resume which lists your skills and abilities and email it to Lorraine Pintus at lpintus at gmail dot com.