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Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled GUEST BLOGGER HINTS, IDEAS, AND GUIDELINES:
Deb said, "By serving as a guest blogger, you're helping build the community at 49 Writers, and you're also seizing an opportunity for free (though not blatant) promotion of yourself and your books. Our goal is to feature an Alaskan author each month. We'll..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled EDITORIAL POLICY:
Deb said, "We welcome your comments. Be advised, however, that it is our policy to delete the following:• Comments that are abusive, off-topic, or excessively foul in language• Comments celebrating the death or illness of another person• Comments..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled ALASKAN AUTHORS REDIRECT:
Deb said, "You'll now find me blogging at 49 Writers, where Andromeda Romano-Lax and I are building an online community of Alaskan authors and their readers. Come visit, leave a comment, become a follower, make us your home page, offer to be a monthly Featured..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled COMING SOON: ALASKAN AUTHORS FROM STEBBINS:
Deb said, "Following the Iditarod? Look south of the Unalakleet checkpoint and you'll find Stebbins, an Alaskan Native village of approximately 600 people. Ten miles away is St. Michael, where the Russian-American Company built a fort in 1833. The Yup'ik..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Mouse in Stebbins:
Deb said, "Last week the second graders in Stebbins collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we put it all together in..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Spring returns to Stebbins:
Deb said, "Last week the third and fourth graders in Stebbins collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we put it all..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Bound up in Tapraq:
Deb said, "Last week the fifth and sixth graders in Stebbins (Tapraq) collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we put it..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Blood Brothers in Stebbins:
Deb said, "Last week the seventh and eighth graders in Stebbins (Tapraq) collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we put..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Tundra Haunting:
Deb said, "Last week the ninth and tenth graders in Stebbins (Tapraq) collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we put it..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Clear Rivers:
Deb said, "Last week the eleventh and twelfth graders in Stebbins (Tapraq) collaborated with me on a poem set in their village. They identified strong showing language from one of my books and used a map to brainstorm ideas from some of the words. Then we..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled A SCARY TALE:
Deb said, "Twelve-year-old Alice Otten wrote this paragraph after some brainstorming we did in her sixth grade class. When summer comes and she's not writing scary stories, Alice likes to swim and play ball.One strange woman comes to Stebbins, walking down a..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled The Ghost Who Took My Life Away:
Deb said, "Stebbins student Lovina Steve wrote this imaginative and scary story.Courtney and Pulcheria were walking on the sidewalk. When they reached up to the playground they saw a ghost running to a girl. The girl was just standing there screaming her lungs..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Ode to a Dead Salmon Entries:
Deb said, "Entries to our Ode to a Dead Salmon contest are posted below, in order by date. Check back often for new submissions. Copyright belongs to the authors. NUMBERS are for tagging purposes only.NUMBER ONE 8-11-09 Kasilof Submitted by..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Advertising on 49 Writers:
Deb said, "Well-respected and well-trafficked, 49 Writers attracts a worldwide audience of readers interested in Alaskan and northern authors and books. We’re a great place to reach your target audience. 49 Writers offers limited ad space for products..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled 49 Writers CCC: Consulting, Critiquing, and Coaching:
Deb said, "The well-published 49 Writers team offers consulting, critiquing, and coaching (CCC) services for writers. After reading your manuscript, we will prepare one to three pages of detailed written feedback (single-spaced, typed) pointing out what’s..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled 49 Writers Workshop Registration: Finding Your Voice:
Deb said, "January 30 and February 6, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Elim Café, 561 W. Dimond Blvd, upstairs conference roomAuthors Deb Vanasse and Andromeda Romano-Lax lead writers in a workshop of strategies, exercises, and critiques designed to help writers discover..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled 49 Writers Workshop Registration - Power Writing: Description that Works:
Deb said, "Saturday April 24 and May 1: 1 – 4 p.m.Kaladi Community Conference Room6921 Brayton, Anchorage, AKWhether you’re an emerging or an established writer, you know adage “show, don’t tell.” But how do you decide when and how to describe? How..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Thanks for volunteering to help with the 49 Writing Center!:
Deb said, "After we compile volunteer information and assemble committees, we'll be back in touch. In the meantime, feel free to contact us at [email protected] if you have questions or more ideas about how you can help.Subscribe to Alaskan Authors"
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Thank you for becoming a 49 Writers member:
Deb said, "Thank you for becoming a member of 49 Writers! If you haven't already submitted payment by PayPal, please send a check to 49 Writers, PO Box 221086, Anchorage, AK 99522 to activate your membership.Subscribe to Alaskan Authors"
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:47:28 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled FAQs about the 49 Alaska Writing Center:
Deb said, "What’s the 49 Alaska Writing Center (“<?xml:namespace prefix = st1 />49” for short)?“49” is a nonprofit organization that supports creative writers from throughout Alaska at all stages of their development while building an audience for..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:47:28 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled 49 Writers membership form:
Deb said, "49 Writers Membership FormBy joining 49 Writers, you’ll receive special rates on workshops, clinics, classes, and other special events. You’ll also get a 10% discount on rates at our Raven Place guesthouse. And though membership isn’t required..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:47:28 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Retreat details:
Deb said, "49 Writers Retreat Tutka Bay Lodge, Alaska September 3-5, 2010 Featuring visiting writer David Vann Join 49 Writers at one of Alaska’s most pristine wilderness lodges for a weekend of inspiration, relaxation, camaraderie, and instruction..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:47:28 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled 49 Writers Tutka Bay Retreat:
Deb said, "49 Writers RetreatTutka Bay Lodge, AlaskaSeptember 3-5, 2010Featuring visiting writer David VannTHIS RETREAT IS SOLD OUT! TO WAIT LIST, EMAIL [email protected] Join 49 Writers at one of Alaska’s most pristine wilderness lodges for a weekend of..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:47:28 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled Ode to a Dead Salmon 2010: The Entries:
Deb said, "ON FINDING MY DOG HAS ROLLED AT THE RIVER'S EDGE: A SALMONID SONNETby J.J. WeickerO Quasimodo of the silver waves,In life’s renewal we are but brother slavesFrom eternity’s pursuit to sandy shoal,A slide from humpy love to husky’s roll.O..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:49:23 PM
Deb Vanasse wrote a blog post titled ALMOST LIKE CHRISTMAS:
Deb said, "The anticipation. The longing. The excitement of waking up early on the long-awaited morning to find...Alaskan Authors and 49 Writers have merged! No, it hasn't happened yet, but it will in just two more days. More scoop and heads-upping tomorrow,..." more