Writers RoundUps
The Craft of Writing Fiction: October 24
This Writers Roundup drew about 40 writers to talk about best practices for fiction writing. Participants spent a half hour at each of three tables, then wrapped up with free time for individual conversations with table leaders and book sales.
The sub-topics included:
- Plot and Structure Frameworks and Resources
- Character Development Techniques
- Setting Description Strategies
- Understanding Point of View
Marketing Your Book: May 9, 2026
Loads of great information about marketing books was dished out at the May Writers RoundUp at the Monterey Public Library. Topics included:
- Building your marketing foundations before publishing
- Establishing your author brand and launching your book
- Identifying and reaching your niche market of readers
- Generating buzz via media, bookstores and events
Mary Smathers coordinated the well-attended event, and the CCW table leaders were: Loreen and Matt Gibbons, David Olsen, Dwight Holing, Jason Warburg, Alison van Diggelen, Robert Walker, Joyce Krieg, Nicki Ehrlich, and Joyce Sherry.
