Monthly Archives: November 2013
John Steinbeck — A California Writer
John Steinbeck is certainly one of the quintessential California writers of the twentieth century. He grew up in California’s Salinas Valley in the early 1900s, surrounded by immigrants and diverse cultures. His upbringing provides a uniquely California slant to nearly … Continue reading
Guest Speaker: David Corbett – Dec. 11th
Edgar nominated novelist, David Corbett, will be the guest speaker at the next Napa Valley Writers meeting. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Napa Valley Unified School District Building, 2425 Jefferson Street, Room 205. … Continue reading
How About This Question…
Who is the Poet Laureate of California? Of course it is Juan Felipe Herrera. Good job! Now read why he was chosen by reading his poem…”Let Me Tell You What A Poem Brings” BY JUAN FELIPE HERRERA for Charles Fishman Before you go further, … Continue reading
Quick… Who Is The Poet Laureate Of The US?
The answer is Natasha Trethewey, but you knew that. Born in Mississippi in 1966, Mrs. Trethewey has had an illustrious career resulting in many books and awards, including the 2007 Pulitzer for Poetry for her 2006 book, Native Guard. Listen to her haunting … Continue reading
Guest Speaker: Ransom Stephens, November 13th
Come see Ph.D., novelist, science writer, and physicist, Ransom Stephens talk about “The Value of Exposing Yourself.” His talk will explore using point-of-view to increase tension and increase clarity. From there he will explore the pros/cons and variations of traditional, indie, and hybrid … Continue reading
George Saunders
Who is George Saunders? Clearly you jest! He is a writer. A fantastic writer. And although he writes non-fiction and even children’s books, his fiction is what he is best known for — being perhaps one of the most influential … Continue reading
Autumn Poem
DREAM-LAND by Edgar Allan Poe By a route obscure and lonely, Haunted by ill angels only, Where an Eidolon, named NIGHT, On a black throne reigns upright, I have reached these lands but newly From an ultimate dim Thule— From … Continue reading