In-person Winter Write-Ins
Come write and draw with us!
Saturday January 13th, 1-4pm
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Presentation followed by a draw/write-in: My Path To Publication & Ten Tips to Finding Your Own Success with author Alana Tyson
Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, Beth Partridge Meeting Room
Open to members and non-members
FREE
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Alana Tyson is the debut author of the picture book My Red, White and Blue, an American story that helps young readers find their voice and understand those of others. While she’s spent many years as a federal employee protecting national security, her love for telling stories keeps her grounded and connected to the literary space. Her forthcoming picture book, Devin’s Gift is slated for summer 2025. When she’s not cooking up kid stories, she’s managing her non-profit organization advocating for online influencers and content creators. Meanwhile, her two school-aged sons keep her academically engaged and full of story ideas. Find her at www.booksbyalana.com and on Instagram & Twitter: @AlanaTheWriter.
Sunday February 18th, 10:30-1:30pm
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Presentation followed by a draw/write-in: Author talk by Terry Catasús Jennings, author of the Definitely Dominguita series , Pauli Murray and The Little House of Hope.
Where: Shirlington Library, Campbell Room
Open to members and non-members
FREE
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Terry Catasús Jennings is the award winning author of The Little House of Hope, the Definitely Dominguita chapter book series and Pauli Murray: The Life of a Pioneering Feminist and Civil Rights Activist. Her Little House presentations explore the immigrant experience, the Dominguita presentations focus on embracing diversity. She explores Pauli Murray’s struggle for human rights. Visit her at terrycjennings.com; email terryjenn0708@gmail.com.