Our August 2014 chapter meeting was packed with news to celebrate and a wealth of information on solid fiction writing practices and the publication process. Congratulations to Michelle Lim, who has received two requests from publishers for full manuscripts, and to Gabrielle (sorry I didn't catch Gabrielle's last name), who is now under contract for two novellas. We also shout a hearty "bravo" to our own Chawna Schroeder, winner of the 2014 Save Our Synopsis contest! This month, we were privileged to have as our guest speaker Julie Klassen's editor Karen Schurrer. During her career as fiction line editor for Bethany House Publishers, a division of Baker Publishing Group, Karen has edited such bestselling authors as Tamera Alexander, Kristen Heitzmann, Karen Hancock, Patrick Carr, Karen Witemeyer, and of course our own Julie Klassen, among others. Karen shared insight on such topics as how to make a good impression through your proposals and at writing conferences, what to expect while working with an editor during the publishing process, and what she looks for in a novel. The wealth of knowledge and experience she brought to us was enhanced by her down-to-earth, friendly nature. After her presentation, she lingered to chat with group members about all aspects of publishing, showing genuine interest in authors at every stage of the process. To read a detailed account of the six elements Karen listed as components of a great novel, check out this post at Light's Scribe blog. Also, here is an informative interview with Karen. Congratulations to Joe Courtemanche -- his novel, Assault on St. Agnes, has been named a Finalist in the Christian Writers Guild's Operation First Novel Contest!
Way to go, Joe! Congratulations to LeAnne Hardy on the release of her novel, KEEPING SECRETS! Story Description: Fifteen-year-old Sindiswe Khumalo is the most promising figure skater the South African Skating Federation has ever had. But at the rink Sindi can’t talk about what’s making her father ill. Even her best friends can’t be trusted. Her friend Mboti lost his job when people found out he had HIV. A girl in her class dropped out of school when the bullies accused her of being infected. Sindi has dreams—Olympic-size dreams. Keeping the secret could cost her everything, but the truth might cost her more. Available for purchase at Amazon Congratulations to our newly-elected ACFW MN NICE Board members!
President: Brenda Anderson Vice President: Julie Klassen Secretary: Sandi True Treasurer: Betsy Bohan And a big THANK YOU to our outgoing President, Michelle Lim! We pray God will richly bless your new venture with ACFW. NaNoNICE (The MN-NICE Version of NaNoWriMo) will be held at Stacy's house this Sunday, November 10.
Doors open at 3:00pm for those who want to get some serious writing done. Official start for NaNoNICE is 5:00pm. We're also holding elections for new Board officers. A brief meeting plust voting will take place at 6 pm. Stacy will provide pulled pork sandwiches, coffee, and water. Those attending are asked to bring something to share - veggies, chips, fruit, chocolate, dessert,pop, etc. Watch the MN NICE loop for Stacy's contact information. Discover what your fellow ACFW MN NICE Members are up to: new releases, honors, awards, etc.
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