MAY 4, 2013 - In preparation for the HNS conference, Joyce Moore facilitates: Pitching Your Book.  Joyce will cover topics such as overcoming nervousness, what to bring, what to expect, with emphasis on Creating a Winning Pitch.  Optional critique session for those not interested in pitching a novel.

JUNE 1, 2013 - Continuing our conference prep, Joyce Moore facilitates: Practice Your Pitch.  Using a staged interview, members will practice their pitch and learn to respond to probable questions.  Optional critique session for those not interested in pitching a novel.

JUNE 21 - 23 - 5th North American Historical Novel Society Conference, St. Petersburg, FL, Vinoy Renaissance Resort. http://www.hns-conference.org

JULY 6, 2013 - Gwen Mayo continues her presentation: Writing Historical Fiction Part II: The Bones of an Historical Fiction Novel

AUGUST 3, 2013 - Beverly Gentry from DAR: Display and Documentary of Clothing Articles circa 1750-1850

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013 - Valerie Weston: Tax Information for Authors & Writers, plus: Grants, Awards, Retreats and Other Goodies for Authors

OCTOBER 5, 2013 - To be announced

NOVEMBER 2, 2013 - To be announced

DECEMBER 7, 2013 - To be announced