Lunch Bunch will be Thursday, January 15 at 11:00.

Cafe Express
1422 W Gray St
Houston, TX 77019

Everyone is invited!

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
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MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com



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Hi all,
I just received this info from the North Texas chapter and wanted to
pass it on.
And remember, if you haven't signed up for our Editors Day on February
21, there is still time. We have spaces open, but in the past we have
always sold out.
Vicki

The 2009 DFW Writers' Conference offers authors a unique chance to
prepare for their future careers. For the early-bird rate of only $150*
(one of the best values around for a conference of this quality!) you get:

. One-on-one pitch sessions with top agents on a first-come,
first-served basis.
. After-hours parties to mingle with the agents.
. Over 40 workshops and panels presented by published authors.
. Time to network with fellow writers, editors, and agents.
. Lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
. Confidence that you're doing something to help your career.

2009 DFW Writers' Conference
The Best Little Writers' Conference in Texas

May 2-3, 2009

Grapevine Convention Center
Grapevine, Texas
(Near Dallas)

Discounted Hotel Accommodations Available

Close to the DFW International Airport

Visit
WWW.DFWWRITERSCONFERENCE.ORG
for more information or to register online today

All Genres Welcome!


* The $150 offer is good until February 28, 2009. After that, the price
goes up to $175, still a great value for everything you get. Full-time
student and educator discounts are available. Visit
WWW.DFWWRITERSCONFERENCE.ORG for full details, and to register online.

The DFW Writers' Conference is sponsored by the DFW Writers' Workshop, a
non-profit organization dedicated to serving North Texas writers. Please
go to www.dfwwritersworkshop.org for more details.
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Well, at least this year their conference speakers aren't strictly authors and
illustrators.

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
    * * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com


   ----- Original Message -----
   From: Vicki Sansum
   To: scbwi houston
   Sent: Sunday, January 04, 2009 2:06 PM
   Subject: [scbwi-houston] Re: May 2009 North Texas SCBWI event


   Hi all,
   I just received this info from the North Texas chapter and wanted to
   pass it on.
   And remember, if you haven't signed up for our Editors Day on February
   21, there is still time. We have spaces open, but in the past we have
   always sold out.
   Vicki

   The 2009 DFW Writers' Conference offers authors a unique chance to
   prepare for their future careers. For the early-bird rate of only $150*
   (one of the best values around for a conference of this quality!) you get:

   . One-on-one pitch sessions with top agents on a first-come,
   first-served basis.
   . After-hours parties to mingle with the agents.
   . Over 40 workshops and panels presented by published authors.
   . Time to network with fellow writers, editors, and agents.
   . Lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
   . Confidence that you're doing something to help your career.

   2009 DFW Writers' Conference
   The Best Little Writers' Conference in Texas

   May 2-3, 2009

   Grapevine Convention Center
   Grapevine, Texas
   (Near Dallas)

   Discounted Hotel Accommodations Available

   Close to the DFW International Airport

   Visit
   WWW.DFWWRITERSCONFERENCE.ORG
   for more information or to register online today

   All Genres Welcome!

   * The $150 offer is good until February 28, 2009. After that, the price
   goes up to $175, still a great value for everything you get. Full-time
   student and educator discounts are available. Visit
   WWW.DFWWRITERSCONFERENCE.ORG for full details, and to register online.

   The DFW Writers' Conference is sponsored by the DFW Writers' Workshop, a
   non-profit organization dedicated to serving North Texas writers. Please
   go to www.dfwwritersworkshop.org for more details.
   powered by cformsII <http://www.deliciousdays.com/cforms-plugin>

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That conference is for authors of adult materials.  Personally, I've never
heard of any of the authors or editors they have lined up.  It's not the same as
the SCBWI-North Central Chapter conference that some of us attend.

Sherry
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I'm trying to reach Yvonne Harvin. Her email bounces. Does anybody know
anything about her?

Mry
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Mary,

I know she has been having email problems.  Charles has her phone number.

Gail
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: marydwade@...
   To: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Monday, January 05, 2009 10:48 AM
   Subject: [scbwi-houston] Looking for Yvonne


   I'm trying to reach Yvonne Harvin. Her email bounces. Does anybody know
   anything about her?

   Mry
   **************New year...new news. Be the first to know what is making
   headlines. (http://www.aol.com/?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000026)

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Hi Mary,

I have two different email addresses for Yvonne. I think the current one is
dejo1@..., and I also have dejo@..., so maybe one of those
will work if you haven't tried them yet.

Lynne


On Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 10:48 AM, <marydwade@...> wrote:

>   I'm trying to reach Yvonne Harvin. Her email bounces. Does anybody know
> anything about her?
>
> Mry
> **************New year...new news. Be the first to know what is making
> headlines. (http://www.aol.com/?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000026)
>
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I am just amazed how many Christmas cards I received from folks who
believe an apostrophe makes a noun plural.

For example...The Baker's wish you Happy Holidays.

Merry Christmas from the Brown's...

Of course none of these cards came from writers.

Doris

Thank goodness!

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
    * * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com


   ----- Original Message -----
   From: abcdoris2003
   To: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Monday, January 05, 2009 3:54 PM
   Subject: [scbwi-houston] apostrophes


   I am just amazed how many Christmas cards I received from folks who
   believe an apostrophe makes a noun plural.

   For example...The Baker's wish you Happy Holidays.

   Merry Christmas from the Brown's...

   Of course none of these cards came from writers.

   Doris





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Hi all,
Doris Fisher passed on some news about one of our long-time members,
Merle Petersen. Merle is in the hospital in ICU recovering from surgery.
If any of you who know Merle would like to mail her a card, her address is:
Merle Petersen
9243 Neff Street
Houston, TX   77036
Doris feels that cards are welcome, but please, no phone calls to her or
her family.
Let's keep Merle in our thoughts and pray that she recovers soon.
Vicki

Hi, I'm starting a Community Story on my blog, something I think will
be fun. Basically, the idea is to have a running story that readers
can add to whenever they'd like. So, it's something that's written by
all of us, and it will be interesting to see where it goes.

It's not for publication outside of my blog, but could be a fun thing
to read and join in whenever you need a writing break or to get your
creative juices revved.

In December, some readers posted ideas for the first
sentence/paragraph of the story, and I posted them yesterday for
readers to vote on their favorite. The post is here:
http://daybydaywriter.wordpress.com/2009/01/06/vote-for-the-community-
story/

Next week, we'll start the Community Story with the beginning that
gets the most votes.

If you think it sounds fun, feel free to pop by and vote for the
story start, and continue to add to the Community Story as it moves
along.

Samantha Clark
www.sirnewtonbooks.com

Does anyone know Kathleen Fowler? She was at the meeting Monday night. She
registered for Editor Day, and I need her email address.

Thanks to Carmen and Gail for updating us on Merle. Good to know about
progress, even if ever-so-small.

Marydw
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Marilyn Evans is interested in sharing a room at the hotel but is leaving
tomorrow morning for her daughter's. Is anyone interested in sharing a room with
  her? If so, contact her at _MGETX@..._ (mailto:MGETX@...) .

Marydw
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If you are in the Houston area, this is a good opportunity whether you are
a writer, author or small publisher........Rita


THE BUSINESS OF PUBLISHING WORKSHOP SERIES

Increase Your Viability, Credibility, and Visibility

When......Saturday, January 17, 2009 - 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Where.....Holiday Inn Select – Greenway (@ Kirby Drive)
..........2712 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77098
Fee.......$45 (includes lunch) - $55 to pay at the door

Registration/Questions - 713-937-9184 or rita.mills@...
Bring your marketing materials for the free display table.
RSVP by Tues, 1/13/09

Workshop Schedule
11:30 am–1pm........Registration & Networking/Light Lunch
1pm–1:50pm.,,,......1A–Sandy Lawrence, The Winning Marketing Plan
....................1B–Roger Leslie, Writing the Perfect Cover Letter
2pm–2:50pm..........2A–Tweed Scott, Back-of-the-Room Sales & Speaking Gigs
....................2B–Dana Pittman, Optimizing Your Website’s Searchability
2:50pm–3:10pm.......Break
3:10pm–4pm..........3A–Dana Smith, Social Internet Marketing for Authors
....................3B–Irene Watson, Success Secrets of Getting Book Reviews
4:10pm–5:30pm.......Big Panel–All presenters for Q&A including Printing and
Production

For more information about the speakers and their topics, please go to the
link below........

http://www.bookconnectiononline.com/BoP/BoP.html

To attend, please complete the registration form at the link below.......

http://www.bookconnectiononline.com/BoP/BoPRegForm.pdf

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email or call
me.........Rita


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The Book Connection - http://www.bookconnectiononline.com
***Editors, Writers, Graphic Designers, Media & Marketing Experts***
713-937-9184 - Houston, Texas - rita.mills@...
Official Sponsor of the ABC's Children's Picture Book Competition
http://www.ABCbookCompetition.org



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The deadline of January 31, 2009 is fast approaching for the 5th round of
the ABC's Children's Picture Book Competition.

Below is a link to the Overview of the competition

http://www.abcbookcompetition.org/overview.htm

This link will take you to the Guidelines for Submission

http://www.abcbookcompetition.org/rules.htm

Please feel free to pass this information along as you see fit, and if
anyone has any questions, please don't hesitate to email or call me........Rita




~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The Book Connection - http://www.bookconnectiononline.com
***Editors, Writers, Graphic Designers, Media & Marketing Experts***
713-937-9184 - Houston, Texas - rita.mills@...
Official Sponsor of the ABC's Children's Picture Book Competition
http://www.ABCbookCompetition.org




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Greetings, friends, fans, and former participants of the North Texas Book
Festival! Happy New Year!

*WHOOSH* What was that? That was 2008, mate. Seems like only yesterday that we
were gathering at the Center for Visual Arts in Denton, enjoying the company of
authors and the book lovers who make the work worthwhile. Now, it seems like
only tomorrow before we're doing it all again! Mark your calendar for the
following dates: April 17-18, 2009--same Bat-times, same Bat-venue. In spite of
the economic recession, we've held the prices at 2007 level, so make it a part
of your Spring fun to join us. Registration forms are available on the website,
www.ntbf.org .

When you visit the website, you'll note that our featured authors this year are
the incomparable dean of Western novelists, Elmer Kelton, back by popular
demand, and "The String Man," David Titus, who tells stories in string as well
as in words. You won't want to miss them speaking at the Book Trails Dinner on
the evening of April 17, along with our trusty "closer," Rose-Mary Rumbley. They
will be on hand at the Book Festival the following day for further sharing of
thoughts and ideas about writing and publishing.

Good News! We have extended the deadline for submissions for the North Texas
Book Festival Book Award until January 20. If you meant to submit before year's
end and got caught up in real life and/or the holidays, now's your chance! But
that is absolutely the last date we can accept submissions in order to get them
all a fair reading. See www.ntbf.org for the rules and registration form.
Imagine Governator Schwarzenegger saying, "Do it! Do it NAOW!"

Speaking of deadlines, let us know you're coming as a participant by March 15 in
order to get your name and book titles in the program. Don't be shy about
signing up to do a presentation, either! You can register to participate
anytime, even up till the day itself, but we need a little time to put together
the very nice program you've come to expect, so after March 15 we can't
guarantee that you'll be listed.

Give me a few days to get my ducks in a row, and I'll have some downloadable
flyers on the website for you to use to promote the Book Festival in your
hometown, school, business, etc.! I may be slow, but I'm pokey, so keep watching
for me to dust the cobwebs off the site real soon!

Looking forward to another great festival--I hope to see you there!
Crystal Wood
Festival Chairman, Executive Vice President for Unclaimed Priorities

Disclaimer for those of you whose ISPs demand it, and for everyone else: You
have received this email because you have previously inquired about or
participated in the North Texas Book Festival, a fund raising event presented by
the North Texas Book Festival, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. We do not
share this list with any other group or entity. If you no longer wish to receive
email communication from us, simply reply to this mailing with that request and
you'll be removed from the list promptly. If you receive duplicate emails, it's
because we've combined two or more of our internal lists for this mailing;
please let us know in the same way so we can spare your bandwidth. Thank you!

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Hi everyone........just saw this on Hope's Funds for Writers blog, and
thought I would pass it along in case some of you don't
subscribe........she has been around since the internet was an infant and
has a lot of good info in hew newsletter........

The prize is in pounds, but look at the note at the bottom........Rita

http://hopeclark.blogspot.com/



<http://www.sevenstories.org.uk/diversevoicesaward/>FRANCES LINCOLN DIVERSE
VOICES CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARDS

FRANCES LINCOLN DIVERSE VOICES CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARDS
<http://www.sevenstories.org.uk/diversevoicesaward/>http://www.sevenstories.org.\
uk/diversevoicesaward/
NO ENTRY FEE
For a manuscript that celebrates cultural diversity in the widest possible
sense, either in terms of its story or in terms of the ethnic and cultural
origins of its author. The prize of £1,500, plus the option for Frances
Lincoln Children's Books to publish the novel, will be awarded to the best
work of unpublished fiction for 8–to-12-year-olds by a writer, aged 16
years or over, who has not previously published a novel for children. The
work must be written in English and it must be a minimum of 10,000 words
and a maximum of 30,000 words. The closing date for all entries is January
30, 2009.

NOTE: My blog reaches the world, but many Americans avoid submitting to
international markets (and vice versa). I could find no entry fee on this
one, and the prize is remarkable, so don't let an ocean interfere with
entering. Also worth mentioning is the fact they are interested in
submissions from 16-17 year olds in addition to adults.

DOUBLE NOTE: Out of four agents reading the manuscript, one just replied
that he was not interested. Sigh. Bummer. I liked his agency, too. He
represents a favorite author of mine whom I have corresponded with off and
on. Blast. So I keep on with book two, and on my list of goals for 2009 is
an outline in February for book three. One day, someone will get his/her
hands on this series and go "WOW - she's got several of them written. I can
pitch them as a group!" And I'll just nod all wise and everything.




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Rita:  It is a $55 fee for each book submitted, correct?
Nelson Trimble
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Nelson, I don't believe there is a fee to enter the Diverse Children's Book
Award.........if you enter the ABC's book competition, there is a $55 to
enter, but if you win that $55 gets you a royalty based publishing contract
and books to sell........Rita


At 12:23 AM 1/12/2009 +0000, you wrote:

>Rita: It is a $55 fee for each book submitted, correct?
>Nelson Trimble
>__________________________________________________________
>Did your doctor not provide proper care? Click here to contact a medical
>malpractice lawyer.
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Saw this today and thought everyone who is published or hopes to be
would be interested.

http://www.googlebooksettlement.com/

Just a reminder that Lunch Bunch is this Thursday at 11:00. We'll be in the back
room.

Cafe Express
1422 W Gray St
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 522-3100

See you there!

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
    * * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com



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Does anyone know of a critique group in Missouri City or Sugar Land or
anywhere relatively close?
Help!:)
Beth

Beth, I believe there is a critique group that meets at the B&N store at
Hwy 6 & I-59.........or at least there used to be........not sure of day or
times though.......Rita


At 03:22 PM 1/16/2009 +0000, you wrote:

>Does anyone know of a critique group in Missouri City or Sugar Land or
>anywhere relatively close?
>Help!:)
>Beth
>
>


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Many thanks to all of you for helping me through this difficult time with your
prayers, thoughts cards and concerns. I didn't know I had so many wonderful
friends!
      I am making progress but that was no way to lose 15 lbs. in 18 days! The
surgeon turned my colon into a semicolon and removed gall bladder. Then
complications set in. I'll spare the gory details .
     In loving appreciation to all.
Merle

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I so glad you're doing better, Merle!

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
    * * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com

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Hi, Merle,
Who but an English language specialist would change colon into semicolon? I'm
so glad you're back home again and hope that you just get better and better.
Joyce


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Vicki has booked the Tracy Gee for Saturday, March 21, for us to view and
discuss the DVD, "Blockbuster Plots". This is a free event. We'll start at
11:00am. Please mark your calendars now.


Dotti

Dotti Enderle
    * * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long remembered."
--School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com



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Thank you Dotti.  This should be helpful and fun.

Varsha



From: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of Dotti Enderle
Sent: Sunday, January 18, 2009 1:11 PM
To: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com
Cc: houstonspeakers@googlegroups.com
Subject: [scbwi-houston] Blockbuster Plots



Vicki has booked the Tracy Gee for Saturday, March 21, for us to view and
discuss the DVD, "Blockbuster Plots". This is a free event. We'll start at
11:00am. Please mark your calendars now.

Dotti

Dotti Enderle
* * *
MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
"A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long
remembered." --School Library Journal
http://www.dottienderle.com

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I have a copy of Blockbuster Plots. It's very good. I marked the date
on my calendar and will try to come if at all possible. Lisa Frase



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wrote:
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>
> Varsha
>
>
>
> From: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scbwi-
houston@yahoogroups.com]
> On Behalf Of Dotti Enderle
> Sent: Sunday, January 18, 2009 1:11 PM
> To: scbwi-houston@yahoogroups.com
> Cc: houstonspeakers@googlegroups.com
> Subject: [scbwi-houston] Blockbuster Plots
>
>
>
> Vicki has booked the Tracy Gee for Saturday, March 21, for us to
view and
> discuss the DVD, "Blockbuster Plots". This is a free event. We'll
start at
> 11:00am. Please mark your calendars now.
>
> Dotti
>
> Dotti Enderle
> * * *
> MAN IN THE MOON (Delacorte Press)
> "A worthwhile read with a satisfying conclusion that will be long
> remembered." --School Library Journal
> http://www.dottienderle.com
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Hi all,

1. Another reminder to all SCBWI published authors and illustrators
meeting the PAL membership criteria who are interested in school visits.
The Texas Library Association (TLA) is being held in Houston this year.
TLA is often cited (and rarely disputed as) the best state show in all
of the US. It lives up the adage “everything is big in Texas”.
Attendance is consistently over 7,000 librarians and exhibitors. This
show attracts all types of librarians but with the primary mix being
from school and public libraries. TLA offers unparalleled exposure and
opportunities to market your books and services to the library community.
Where else can you get your information in front of thousands of
librarians for only $40? If your goal is to book school visits and
speaking engagements you can't afford not to be in this year's Speakers
Guide.
We were able to get an incredible deal on the printing. The guide will
be on slick paper, full color, 8 1/2" by 11". Each author/illustrator
will have a half page with their info, a photo and one of their book
covers featured. This format was used several years ago by a group of
Houston authors and illustrators to distribute at TLA. It received good
response and resulted not only in school visits for the participants,
but also in a booking for one of the listed authors to speak at a TLA
workshop.
Details are on our site www.scbwi-houston.org Deadline to participate is
February 21, 2009.

2. I received the below message and was asked to pass it onto our
members. Contact Jill King at jilllouise@... if you are interested.
We are looking or an author or storyteller to come to our school in
Brenham Texas March 9th or March 11. We are studying the Oregon Trail
that week.

Happy writing to all !
Vicki