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SUMMARY:April 2026 Meeting: ML Brei on AI & Authors
DESCRIPTION:At the April 2026 monthly meeting\, ML Brei\, a computer scientist and author of Conversing with AI: A Handbook for Writers will lead a workshop on AI & Authors. As an author\, educator\, and prompt engineering consultant\, she is passionate about empowering others at the intersection of language and technology. \nAre you curious about how AI\, like ChatGPT or Claude\, can support your writing process? \nWe are writers—lovers of language and the art of storytelling. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into the writing process\, many of us are asking: What is the right way for writers to use AI? \nJoin us for an engaging workshop that explores how writers can ethically and effectively use AI as a creative assistant\, not a replacement. \nML Brei is the founder of Meripoint Books LLC\, an independent press dedicated to thoughtful\, purpose-driven literature. Her diverse portfolio includes fiction\, nonfiction\, and educational materials\, with titles such as Conversing with AI: A Handbook for Writers\, A Different Type of Soul (2022) and The Christian Symbols of the Twelve Days of Christmas (2022). Known for her practical wisdom and visionary insight\, ML Brei helps writers\, military personnel\, and educators harness the power of AI through structured prompting and ethical guidance.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/april-2026-meeting-ml-brie-ai-authors/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T153000
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SUMMARY:March 2026 Meeting: Short-Form Success—A Panel on Publishing in Magazines\, Journals\, & Anthologies
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to submit your poetry\, short stories\, and essays but unsure how to navigate the world of literary markets? Publishing short works in magazines\, journals\, and anthologies is a vital step for any writer looking to build credentials\, find a readership\, and refine their craft. \nJoin us for an insightful panel discussion featuring three members of the writing community with deep and diverse experiences in the short-form publishing landscape. \nIn this dynamic session\, our panelists will share practical advice on: \n\nFinding the right market: How to efficiently research and target magazines and journals that match your genre and style.\nUnderstanding submission guidelines: Essential tips for crafting cover letters\, formatting manuscripts\, and avoiding common rejection pitfalls.\nLeveraging anthologies: Exploring the submission process for themed anthologies and what editors look for in these curated collections.\nTransitioning from hobbyist to professional: Strategies for building a portfolio of published works to advance your writing career.\n\nWhether you write genre fiction\, literary essays\, or poetry\, this panel will provide the actionable knowledge you need to take your short works from manuscript to publication. \n\nSpeaker Bios\nDarius Jones\nNVWC Board Member & Award-Winning Author \nDarius is a highly active member of the speculative fiction community and an NVWC Board Member. He specializes in Cosmic Horror\, Weird Fiction\, and Dark Fantasy. His short stories and poems have appeared in respected markets such as Strange Horizons\, The No Sleep Podcast\, and Star*Line Magazine. He is a member of the Horror Writers Association (HWA)\, Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA)\, and the Science Fiction Poetry Association (SFPA)\, giving him extensive insight into professional short-form genre publishing. His first book\, The Books of Hours\, a collection of 24 Dark Cosmic poems\, was published in 2025 by Alien Buddha Press. \nAllie Nelson\nNVWC Social Media Coordinator & Pushcart Prize-Nominated Author \nAllie is a multiple Pushcart Prize-nominated author and the NVWC Social Media Coordinator. Her work has appeared in a wide array of publications\, including The British Fantasy Society\, Apex Magazine\, ILLUMEN\, Eternal Haunted Summer\, and various others. Her writing has been translated internationally into Polish and Spanish\, curated by notable figures like Kevin J. Anderson\, and appeared in anthologies alongside authors such as Graham Masterson and Jane Yolen. \nHeidi Hess\nFlorida Writer\, Paranormal Author\, and Festival Organizer \nHeidi Hess is a paranormal fiction author and an organizer of the Read It Write It Book and Writing Festival. Her short stories have appeared in her own collections\, including Chronicles of Chaos and The Short End of Madness. As both a published author and a successful event organizer\, Heidi brings a valuable perspective on not only submitting to publications but also the process of creating and compiling original short-story anthologies.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/march-2026-meeting-short-form-success-a-panel-on-publishing-in-magazines-journals-anthologies/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000
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SUMMARY:February 2026 Meeting: Allison K. Williams on Choosing Your Publishing Path
DESCRIPTION:Which Publishing Path Is Right for YOU?\nThe era of the gatekeepers is over. Authors have more options than ever for self\, hybrid\, independent\, university\, and small-press publishing\, and can choose their own path based on speed\, level of control\, amount of guidance\, and of course\, the time and money they want to invest. \nBut self-publishing can be tricky and time-consuming\, and hybrid presses expensive. Plus\, it’s hard to find the honest\, value-added publishing services among vanity presses and scammers\, especially for first books. For authors planning a series or multiple books\, it’s even more important to get a process\, editors\, designers\, and marketing support that serves your mission and your book. \nWe’ll discuss the pluses and perils of self-publishing\, hybrid presses\, and small publishers\, and most importantly\, how to know which path is right for you. \nAllison K. Williams is the author of Seven Drafts: Self-Edit Like a Pro From Blank Page to Book. She has edited and coached fiction and nonfiction writers to publishing deals with Penguin Random House\, Knopf\, Mantle\, Spencer Hill\, and St. Martin’s Press as well as hybrid and independent presses\, and to the New York Times Bestseller List and the USA Today Bestseller List. As the creator and cohost of The Writers Bridge platform and publishing talks\, she’s guided writers through audience creation\, marketing strategies\, and querying (and signing with!) literary agents. She also hosts writing retreats around the world through Rebirth Your Book. \nAllison holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Western Michigan University and spent 20 years as a circus aerialist and acrobat before writing and editing full-time. \n__________ \n“Allison K. Williams is GOLDEN. She is so efficient\, clear and concise\, and such an enjoyable human being. Her generosity and knowledge are boundless!” Amber Jackson \n“I believe the cost of your class was one of the best investments I have ever made in my entire writing life. I value the treasure trove of information and resources you shared as well as the clarity\, organization\, and personal pizzazz of your presentation.” Ruth Sloven \n“I don’t have words to thank you for shifting me from inert and stuck to excited and empowered.” Sara Massagee
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/february-2026-meeting-allison-k-williams-on-choosing-your-publishing-path/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
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SUMMARY:January 2026: Annual Meeting & Officer Elections
DESCRIPTION:Cast your vote in our Officer elections for President\, Vice President (open)\, Treasurer\, and Secretary (open). We are currently seeking candidates for a one-year term. For more information about the role responsibilities or to nominate yourself\, please contact president@northernvirginiawriters.org. We also have a number of coordinator positions for collaboration\, website management\, critique groups\, and events. Please consider making a difference in your writing community.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/january-2026-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134016
CREATED:20250219T184943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T213640Z
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SUMMARY:December 2025 Meeting: Holiday Social with Publishing Industry Expert Jane Friedman
DESCRIPTION:In lieu of a holiday outing this year\, we will be holding another member mixer in our new digs at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Our featured speaker is industry expert Jane Friedman\, who will kick off our event via Zoom to share her insights on The Year in Publishing—and What to Watch for 2026. Even though the publishing industry is often considered slow and not as susceptible to technological change (and print is enjoying robust sales)\, the business of books is always evolving. Join Jane for a discussion about current book sales and marketing trends in the United States and the ongoing effects of AI. Bring your books for a raffle and holiday treats after Jane’s talk! \nIf you don’t know who Jane Friedman is\, you must be new to publishing. She has spent her entire career working in the publishing industry\, with a focus on business reporting and author education. Her book\, The Business of Being a Writer\, Second Edition is used as a classroom text by many writing and publishing degree programs. Her impact on publishing education spans multiple formats and audiences from speaking engagements and workshops to her newsletters\, The Bottom Line and Electric Speed. Jane’s expertise is regularly featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times\, The Atlantic\, The Today Show\, Wired\, Fox News\, and BBC. She may be the most trusted voice in today’s publishing industry\, and we are fortunate to host her as we close out 2025 for the Northern Virginia Writers Club.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/december-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
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SUMMARY:November 2025 Meeting: Painting the Pages Workshop with Dr. Oliver Reid
DESCRIPTION:Bring your laptop or notebook and be prepared to work on your latest piece or start something new in this workshop led by Dr. Oliver Reid of The Writing Coach. \nDr. Oliver T. Reid is an international multi-bestselling and award-winning author\, motivational speaker\, and the founder and president of I Am a Solution Consulting Firm\, LLC\, a human development organization providing specialized relationship\, business consulting\, counseling\, and coaching services. Known as “The Writing Coach\,” he uses cutting-edge writing coaching techniques to help Entrepreneurs\, Speakers\, and Coaches while leading them to live to their highest potential. \nIn addition\, he is the creator of the revolutionary interactive card game for singles and couples\, The InnerView™. Within the past seven years\, Dr. Reid has published 30 bestselling books\, contributed to 17 anthologies\, and has won multiple awards for his literary work\, including the 2016 IALA Distinction of Excellence Legendary Honoree and NAACP 2016-2017 Black Men Image Award \, and Marquis Who’s Who Honoree List 2025  Award. Dr. Oliver T. Reid has had the distinct honor of speaking to millions around the world and coaching individuals on four continents. Dr. Reid has been featured on HuffPost\, Black Enterprise\, ABC\, CBS\, FOX\, NBC\, Roku TV\, and other international media outlets.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/november-2025-meeting-nanowrimo-write-in/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
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SUMMARY:October 2025 Meeting: Laura DiFranco on Building a Platform
DESCRIPTION:Three Powerful Ways to Build a Platform for Your Business \nLaura DiFranco of Brave Healer Publishing will discuss how to use storytelling to sell books and build business and brand. As a business owner\, we reach prospective clients and readers in many ways. Your platform as an author or business owner is two things: Your email list subscribers and your social media followers. Participants will enjoy a workshop-style presentation to address three of the most powerful strategies to add email list subscribers\, social platform numbers\, and raving fans who want what you have to offer: \n\nYour email opt-in or call to action\nYour social content (how to build know-love-trust)\nYour speaking strategy (move your audience into action)\n\n. . . and how the right strategy will help you grow your platform. \nLaura Di Franco is the CEO of Brave Healer Productions\, a 14-time award-winning publisher for holistic health\, wellness\, and business professionals with a mission to help the world experience what’s possible. She\, like you\, started with zero people on her email list. She’s excited to share how she got past the 10\,000 mark over the last few years.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/october-2025/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134016
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SUMMARY:September 2025 Meeting: Maggie Smith on Demystifying Book Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Manuscript: Demystifying Book Marketing \nMarketing a book is one of the most misunderstood—and frequently frustrating—parts of the publishing journey. This practical\, insightful workshop explores what happens after you’ve written the book\, diving into the strategies and systems that will help you find your readers. Designed for authors at all stages\, the session breaks down the essential components of a successful marketing plan with clarity and realism. \nTopics include setting achievable goals\, formulating a practical budget\, and assembling a team to support your efforts—from agents to fellow writers to book designers and publicists. We’ll explore how to locate your ideal readers and turn casual browsers into engaged fans\, and what it really means to develop an author “brand” in today’s crowded market. You’ll learn the basics of crafting a compelling tagline\, building a website and newsletter\, and using those tools to grow a loyal mailing list. \nThe session also walks through a 6-month marketing timeline\, offering concrete tactics for each time period leading up to (and beyond) your launch. We’ll examine the murky world of advertising—what platforms are worth your time and money\, how to measure ROI\, and when to walk away. Whether you’re traditionally published\, indie-publishing\, or hybrid\, this workshop offers actionable guidance\, honest insights\, and a roadmap to transform book marketing from overwhelming to empowering. \nIn a career that’s included work as a journalist\, a psychologist\, and the founder of a national art consulting company\, Maggie Smith added novelist to her resume with the publication of her debut\, Truth and Other Lies\, in March 2022. A women’s fiction novel set in Chicago\, it won NIEA’s Juror Grand Prize\, the Star Award for Debut Fiction from Women’s Fiction Writers Association\, Foreword INDIES General Fiction Book of the Year\, and was selected for the Women’s Book Association Great Group Reads. \nHer second novel\, Blindspot\, released in May 2024\, is a psychological suspense that was named First Place Winner in the Mystery/Suspense category by Pencraft Book Awards\, a finalist for CWA’s Book of the Year award for Indie Fiction\, and is currently a finalist for the 2024 Silver Falchion Award for General Fiction by Killer Nashville. \nHer next book-length project\, Once Upon A Family\, is a suspenseful family drama set in the wine country north of Santa Barbara and revolves around the kidnapping of a soon-to-be-bride and the reckoning her stepmother must face when a devastating ransom demand tests her values. \nIn addition to her writing\, Maggie hosts the weekly podcast Hear Us Roar (285+ episodes on Apple Podcasts) and is Managing Editor for Chicago Writer’s Association Write City E-Zine. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/september-2025-meeting-maggie-smith/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134016
CREATED:20250219T185947Z
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SUMMARY:August 2025: Member Social
DESCRIPTION:In lieu of a family picnic this year\, we will be holding a member mixer in our new digs at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The meeting will be largely unstructured\, with no featured speaker\, to allow ample time for networking and sharing our experiences in writing and publishing. More details coming soon regarding food and drinks.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/august-2025-picnic/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T150000
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SUMMARY:July 2025 Meeting: Scott Frost on Treading the Self-Publishing Abyss
DESCRIPTION:Member Scott Frost will share his experiences and comprehensive guide to independent publishing: https://bit.ly/selfpubabyss. Scott Frost is an award-winning author who self-published his debut Sci-Fi novel Empyreax: The Rise of Cà Rá in 2025. He created a free no-strings guide for new authors to navigate the daunting steps of self-publishing. It has been viewed over 13\,000 times\, and he continues to receive appreciation from many authors who have used the guide. He currently lives in Fairfax\, Virginia\, and is about to publish a collection of shorts while busy at work on Empyreax Books Two and Three. Join his newsletter at https://www.scottfrost.com.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/july-2025-meeting-scott-frost/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134016
CREATED:20250314T214739Z
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SUMMARY:June 2025 Meeting: Mary Catherine Jones on Audiobooks from Microphone to Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Audiobooks have enjoyed double-digit growth for the last 12 years with no sign of slowing down. Many independently published authors don’t know where to begin when it comes to creating an audiobook. Members will learn the basics of audiobook production\, including: \n\nNarration: Author Voice or Professional Narrator?\nRecording Options\nDistribution Options\nUsing Your Audiobook Assets\n\nMary Catherine Jones will also include options for those wanting to bootstrap the process! Finally\, she’ll touch on adapting your book for audio (how to handle quotes\, charts\, graphs\, footnotes\, and dialogue)\, plus plenty of time for questions. \nMary Catherine Jones is the owner and executive producer of The Audiobook Experience at Voice Over Vermont\, an award-winning boutique audiobook recording and production studio. She delights in working with authors to bring their stories into the world\, either using their voices or finding the perfect narrator for their audiobook. A speaker at the 2025 Women in Publishing Summit\, her company has produced many award-winning titles\, including club president Carolyn McBride’s audiobooks. \n  \n 
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/june-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
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SUMMARY:May 2025 Meeting: Toward Authentic Expression - Liberate the Writer in You with Rosslyn Chay
DESCRIPTION:“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”\n—Maya Angelou \nWhat does it take to write? \nPen and paper\, and a willingness to sit with ourselves including all that is happening with us. \nYour imaginations and ideas; your criticisms and praises; your dreams and declarations; your rambles and stutters\, and more\, are all welcome. \nWill you allow yourself to write them? Will you allow what is within to be seen by you? \nIt is the act of writing that births the writer\, not the other way round.  \nDiscover your blocks\, clear away any thoughts that are limiting your flow\, and let the frozen stories in you come to life. \nRosslyn will guide members through exercises to help writers release their (preconceived) notions about writing. Begin again by putting pen to paper. \nRosslyn Chay is many things\, relaxing and expanding as a Poet\, Author\, Healer\, Integral Coach\, Knitter\, Designer\, and (omg)\, so much more! A series of punctuations: she is a still point; a living question; a radiant…pulsating…being…of light…. At her core\, she is an Inquirer—an eternal mystery unfolding\, ripening into her ongoing question of Who and What sits as the intersection point. \nAuthor of The Weight of My Soul: Uncovering My Significance\, and her weekly newsletter\, The Dandelion Notes. Through writing\, she invites you on an adventure with her to discover and truly know: You…are…so…much…more…. For more information\, visit https://www.thespacetobe.co/. \n  \n 
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/may-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 7426 Idylwood Road\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134016
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SUMMARY:April 2025 Meeting: Readings by 2024 Golden Nib Winners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Golden Nib awards and hear from some of NVWC’s 2024 Golden Nib winners\, who will read their works and discuss their inspiration and writing journey. \nNVWC\nFiction\n1st place – “Bloom” by Roger Hammons\n2nd place – “Daytona Beach” by Kay Summers\n3rd place – “The Rock Snake” by Craig Lipman \nPoetry\n1st place – “Less of Me” by Kay Summers\n2nd place – “EAT CAKE” by Kevin Connor\n3rd place – “Extasie” by Philip Stephens \nVirginia Writers Club (state level)\nFiction\n3rd place: “Bloom” by Roger Hammons \nNon-Fiction\n1st place – “If the Tree Could Speak” by Caroline Crocker
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/april-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:Mary Riley Styles Public Library\, 120 N Virginia Ave\, Falls Church\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T150000
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SUMMARY:March 2025 Meeting: Toby Dorr on Expanding Your Reach as an Author
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Book: Expanding Your Reach as an Author\nYour book is written—but your journey as an author is just beginning. \nIn this engaging session\, NVWC member Toby Dorr will explore the many ways to expand the reach of your book beyond traditional sales. From guest spots on podcasts to leveraging Substack\, from creating social media stories to developing courses and workbooks\, you’ll discover a toolkit of strategies to build your audience\, share your message\, and maximize your book’s impact. \nWhether launching your first book or looking to breathe new life into an existing one\, this session will help you unlock new opportunities and think beyond the page. \nJoin us and learn how to turn your book into a lasting movement\, message\, or mission. \nToby Dorr is a transformational speaker\, author\, and advocate who inspires individuals to embrace their full potential\, no matter their past. With a powerful story of resilience\, courage\, and reinvention\, Toby has overcome the unthinkable—serving time in prison for a felony conviction—and emerged with a message of hope\, healing\, and fierce grace. \nThrough her speaking engagements\, Toby empowers audiences to rise above their circumstances\, break free from shame\, and reclaim their stories. As the founder of Fierce Grace Movement and the author of “Living With Conviction”\, Toby encourages others to move forward in life with strength\, authenticity\, and empowered self-discovery. \nWhether she’s sharing her personal journey or leading workshops on leadership\, resilience\, or personal transformation\, Toby’s message is clear: It’s never too late to rewrite your story\, to step into your own fierceness\, and to live fully.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/march-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:Dolley Madison Library\, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave.\, McLean\, VA\, 22101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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SUMMARY:November Meeting
DESCRIPTION:VP Jason Maddux will be publishing his first book -an anthology of sci-fi stories- in this meeting. If you’re curious about how KDP and self-publishing works\, you won’t want to miss this!
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/november-meeting/
LOCATION:Sherwood Regional Library\, 2501 Sherwood Hall Ln\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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SUMMARY:October Meeting
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URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/october-meeting/
LOCATION:Reston Library\, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr\, Reston\, 20190\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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SUMMARY:September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Tara Campbell will give a talk on craft.
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/september-meeting/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church Undercroft Meeting Room\, 3313 Arlington Blvd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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SUMMARY:August Meeting: Art Taylor on Pro Prose
DESCRIPTION:PRO PROSE: TIPS FOR TIGHTENING YOURSWith an eye toward economy\, efficiency\, and focus\, we’ll explore various ways to keep your prose tight and taut. How can you use and balance the five elements of scene-building? How do you keep the emphasis on the right place in your sentences? How might you be misusing dialogue tags? What does the word “filtering” mean—and why should you avoid it?
URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/august-meeting-book-formatting/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church Undercroft Meeting Room\, 3313 Arlington Blvd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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SUMMARY:June Meeting: Reimagining Our Inherited Stories
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URL:https://northernvirginiawriters.org/event/june-meeting-reimagining-our-inherited-stories/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church Undercroft Meeting Room\, 3313 Arlington Blvd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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