I Am In Print – Celebrating Five Years

In Print, the professional writers’ organization that I helped create, turns five in March. That is pretty impressive. Not just to me, but to the hundreds of writers that we’ve served in a variety of ways over the last five years. Five years! Condensing five years of highlights into a manageable blog has been quite the challenge. I’ve collected pages and pages of notes, hoping to pull together my thoughts on In Print for a promotional post in support of our I AM IN PRINT Five Year Celebration at Cliffbreakers on Saturday, March 12, 2016. There are so many memories I have of members, meetings, retreats, guests, and general literary experiences associated with In Print, it’s hard to narrow them down. I adhered to the advice, Writer, edit thyself, and with the help of a deadline, I’m done.

Here are my highlights of Five Years of In Print: Continue reading “I Am In Print – Celebrating Five Years” →

Help Us Celebrate Five Years of In Print

In Print is proud to celebrate five years of promoting creativity, commerce, craft and the community of writers!

Enjoy the sumptuous ambience and breathtaking river views from Cliffbreakers Renaissance Grand Ballroom.
Partake of the delicious hors d’oeuvres created by the Cliffbreakers chef.
Bid on one of the fabulous silent auction items.
Listen as our featured guest speaker Dan Klefstad, from WNIJ’s morning show, reads the winning entries from the 5Y5W Five Years Five Words writing contest.
And much, much more!

The anniversary event will take place Saturday, March 12, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the lovely and historic Cliffbreakers Riverside Hotel & Conference Center. Tickets are $20 and include soft drinks, appetizers, desserts, and a program. There will also be a cash bar and silent auction. Tickets can be purchased online using the PayPal link below (there is a $1 / ticket surcharge).

March 2, 2016

Auction at In Print Celebration

In Print is proud to celebrate five years of promoting creativity, commerce, craft and the community of writers! Please join us for an afternoon of celebrating five years of guest speakers, member successes, and In Print achievements. We’ll also be featuring a silent auction. Guests can bid on:

A signed and numbered Julie Kiefer-Bell 13 x 19 print, “Pansies in Wine” (3/25).
One overnight stay in an Executive King room at Cliffbreakers PLUS an accompanying voucher to their dining room. Value: $200
A Creative Memories Fast2Fab album: cover, pages, page protectors. Value: $60
From Watchword Editing, a manuscript evaluation of 100 pages of your novel or non-fiction book. Value: $150
A basket of four bottles of wine. Value: $50
An In Print tote with writing how-to books, In Print merchandise, and a one year complimentary membership (that can be added on to an existing In Print membership).
And much more!

February 24, 2016

Celebrate Five Years of In Print!

In Print is proud to celebrate five years of promoting creativity, commerce, craft and the community of writers! Please join us for an afternoon of celebrating five years of guest speakers, member successes, and In Print achievements featuring keynote speaker, Dan Klefstad, Morning Edition Host and Book Series Editor for WNIJ Northern Public Radio.

The anniversary event will take place Saturday, March 12, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the lovely and historic Cliffbreakers Riverside Hotel & Conference Center. Tickets are $20 and include soft drinks, appetizers, desserts, and a program. There will also be a cash bar and silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at the In Print meeting on February 13. They can also be purchased online using the PayPal link below (there is a $1 / ticket surcharge).

February 10, 2016

In Print Author Writes Book to Support Humane Society

by Jim Applegate

“Ten years ago a feral kitten, we now call Ebby, came out of the woods across the street and changed our lives. Real Cats Don’t Wear Collars is Ebby’s story. Last January I decided to ask Mostly Cats, our cat’s spa, if they wanted to sell copies of this memoir to raise money for Paws Humane Society. At first I thought I would split the profit with them and they agreed, but by the next day I had time to think about how much joy Ebby has brought into my life and I decided to give all of the profits to Paws.

“I believe many more feral animals need help and could bring joy to those who cared for them. This year I have collected over $300 from the sale of Real Cats Don’t Wear Collars, with the help of Mostly Cats and the Roscoe Veterinary Clinic, and have passed that money along to Paws to save the lives of lost kittens and abandoned puppies.”

Anyone wishing to buy a copy of Real Cats Don’t Wear Collars should contact Jim at mariongapple@gmail.com. All proceeds ($10 per book) will go to Paws Humane Society. Give Real Cats Don’t Wear Collars to the animal lover on your Christmas list and help an animal friendly organization, Paws Human Society, at the same time.

December 19, 2015

In Print 2015 – A Year in Review

In Print provides a strong learning environment for writers of all ages, abilities and genres to grow in their craft and career. In addition to support and networking, we offer monthly meetings, guest speakers, workshops, writing retreats, field trips, contests, a monthly newsletter, and connections with the publishing world.

In Print sponsors Word of Art- a collaboration of authors and artists, In Print Radio, The Prompt Club, and Writers as Readers Book Club.

As an affiliate of Chicago Writers Association, In Print members are invited to participate in Printers’ Row, Speaker’s Bureau, Windy City Reviews, Write City Magazine, Book of the Year Awards, and many other literary opportunities. In Print and CWA co-host the annual Writers’ Block Party.

Continue reading “In Print 2015 – A Year in Review” →

December 17, 2015

Celebrate the Best of 2015

It’s Time for the In Print Annual Celebration of Successes!

At In Print, we strive to promote creativity, commerce, craft and the community of writers. No matter your genre, ability, training or age, we’re here to support you.

We hope you’ll join us Saturday, December 12th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Cherry Valley District Library, 755 E State St, Cherry Valley, IL 61016, as we celebrate our successes!

Did you write something this year? Yay for you!
Did you submit something this year? Yay for you!
Did you publish something this year? Yay for you!
Did you sell something this year? Yay for you!
Did you win something this year? Yay for you!
Did you take a class, teach a class, attend a conference or otherwise work on your craft? YAY FOR YOU!

It sounds as if you’ve had a very successful year! You should tell us about it!

Light appetizers, desserts, coffee, water, and pop will be provided. Plan on snacking, socializing, networking, cheering, gaming, prizing, and reading (of up to two double-spaced pages).

Now that’s a party!

Word of Art books will be available for sale. Original Words. Original Art. Original Gift!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

December 9, 2015

In Print Writer To Be at Book Festival

Kristin Oakley, author of award-winning novel Carpe Diem, Illinois, will be at the Edgerton Sterling North Book and Film Festival on Saturday, November 7 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The festival is at the Edgerton High School and includes a number of literary events, including information on how to publish your own book. Over two dozen area writers are expected to attend. Kristin will be available to sign purchased copies of her book.

The event is free and everyone is invited to attend.

November 2, 2015

In Print Author Presenting with Mystery Writers

Kristin Oakley, author of the award winning novel Carpe Diem, Illinois, will be at the Who Dunnit? Mystery Authors Reveal All event at the Columbus Public Library on Thursday, October 22 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Kristin will be presenting the whys, the hows and – of course – the whodunnits of her stories along with fellow mystery writers Julia C. Hoffman and Peggy Williams.