California Writers Club, Sacramento Branch

Dedicated to Educating Writers of all Levels

Intuitive Self-Editing Transform Your 2024 Writing


Wednesday evenings, January 3 to February 21, 2024

Transform Your 2024 Writing Journey with our weekly Zoom Course!

Final class is an open mic at Gini’s Elk Grove house.

Facilitator: Gini Grossenbacher, M.Ed., Professional Editor, Published Author Presented by Elk Grove Writers & Artists (celebrating our 13th year of writerly support).

Dive into a world where your creativity knows no bounds. We offer a nurturing and inspiring seminar environment designed to elevate and refine your writing skills. Our course is tailored for writers of all levels, guiding you through a rewarding process of self-discovery and growth. Techniques work for all genres of fiction and non-fiction, including poetry and flash fiction.

You’ll learn to master the art of self-editing, infusing your unique style into every piece. We strongly emphasize constructive collaboration, teaching you how to embrace and utilize feedback effectively. Engage in lively discussions and hands-on practices, honing your craft to perfection.
Guest speaker, Rebecca Evans, M.A.

Join us and unleash the full potential of your writing, crafting works that resonate and captivate!
Cost: $30/class, pay-as-you-go, PayPal or Check
When: Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 P.M. (PST)
Email Gini to enroll and get the textbook title: ginis.writers1@gmail.com

Larry Mandelberg – My first-hand experience with a hybrid publisher and the pitfalls to watch out for

CWC-Sacramento Member Network Meeting

Friday, January5th from 9 am to 11 am at

CH Cafe & Grill 6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)

Larry Mandelberg
Larry Mandelberg

Understanding the benefits and pitfalls of using a hybrid publisher can save you hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars.

  • My greatest benefits
  • My greatest disappointments
  • The book launch, talk about a master class in failure
  • What marketing and promotion really means
  • Who controls what and what you can do about it

Larry Mandelberg solves complex problems. This consultant, speaker and author represents the 5th generation of his family’s business and 170 years of experience with organizational success.

He’s published 80+ columns, delivered 60+ keynotes and workshops, and guested on television, radio, and podcasts about business and entrepreneurship. His book, based on 23 years of primary research into why businesses fail, provides an entertaining and thought-provoking perspective. 

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 854 8155 1153
Passcode: 227171

Gloria Pierrot-Dyer receives Jack London Award

During the award ceremony in Oakland, on October 22, 2023, Gloria received the Jack London award for exceptional service to the Sacramento branch of CWC.

You can watch a short video of Gloria receiving the award here. Or click on the image below.

Gloria Jack London Award
Gloria Jack London Award

The CWC central board holds an award ceremony annually to present both the Ina Coolbrith award and the Jack London award.

The Ina Coolbrith award is named after Ina Coolbrith, who was a poet, writer, and librarian. Importantly, she was a mentor for Jack London. This award is given to CWC members for exceptional service the California Writers Club.

The Jack London award, is given to a member of a branch for exceptional service to that branch.

Kathy Boyd Fellure – Make a Lasting Impression

CWC-Sacramento Member Network Meeting

Friday, Dec 1st from 9 am to 11 am at

CH Cafe & Grill 6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)

Kathy Boyd Fellure
Kathy Boyd Fellure

Whether you are a shy introvert or an exuberant extrovert, you can be a guest speaker with confidence that packs a punch.What attendees will learn:

  • Effective preparation.
  • Clear presentation.
  • Your personal flair.
  • Concise conclusion.
  • Always leave the audience wanting more.

Kathy Boyd Fellure is the author of four children’s books, the Tahoe Trilogy novels, and the second book in her Across the Pond five novel series releases in December of 2023. She teaches at writer conferences, guest speaks, and hosted the TSPN TV show ~ Authors, Writers, Books, and Beyond.

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Meeting ID: 854 8155 1153
Passcode: 227171

Writers Network November 3rd – What makes a great book cover?


Friday, November 3, 2023

9 – 11 am

CH Cafe & Grill
6215 Sunrise Blvd (just off Greenback)
Citrus Heights

or

Join with Zoom

Passcode 227171
We all judge books by their covers. Investing in a professional cover will help sell your book.
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Karen Phillips
Karen Phillips

Karen Phillips

What makes a Great Book Cover?

Attendees will learn about:

  • The three most important elements of a book cover.
  • Before and after examples of covers.
  • Tips on using the cover to its fullest potential.
  • Best practices for formatting the interior of a book.
  • Typical costs for book cover design and formatting.

Karen A. Phillips has a degree in Applied Art & Design. She has been designing book covers and book formatting for many years. She especially enjoys working with self-published authors. In 2023 she published her debut mystery, A DEADLY COMBO—and yes, she designed the cover.