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Wednesday, December 21, 2016 7:10:50 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled December Meeting Recap and What's Up Ahead in 2017:
Martha said, "Our December meeting was a great success. Katherine Pryor imparted her knowledge for applying for grants. Yes! Authors and Illustrators can actually get paid to write and draw. How fantastic is that? In a nutshell, here are her tried and true steps..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 2:16:02 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled December's Monthly Programming:
Martha said, "December's meeting is one you definitely do not want to miss. This Wednesday, December 14th from 7-9pm at SPU Demaray Hall. Our mini presentation is by Katherine Pryor who will speak about grant writing: Show Me the Money: Grant Writing for..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 2:13:36 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Munch Ado About Cookies - and Books!:
Martha said, "Cookie ContestOur annual Holiday Cookie Contest brings out the warrior in even our meekest authors and illustrators. This year we have two categories: Delicious and Beautiful.The Rules:* Make at least one dozen cookies – three..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 2:11:24 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOK FAIR WITH LOCAL AUTHORS AND ILLUSTRATORS :
Martha said, "Come meet, mingle, and make crafts with our local children’s book authors and illustrators! This event is free and open to all families. Books will be available for sale and signing for a perfect winter gift.Where: Central Library..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:59:30 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled December Kid Lit Drink Night:
Martha said, "Let’s kick-off the holiday season at the IssaquahBrew House.Here’s a link to the menu. http://www.rogue.com/You’ll see there’s something for everyone. And, don’t feel you need to order up a beer, wine, or cocktail to join in on the fun. If..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:58:43 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Book Launch Party for The Twelve Days of Christmas: Starring the Chickens:
Martha said, "Janet Lee Carey celebrates her first picture book with illustrator Molly Blaisdell. Sing the Chickens version of the familiar Christmas carol. And hatch some holiday hilarity with us! Bring your peeps. Munch yummy treats. Prizes for the..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:58:43 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Call for artist/designer::
Martha said, "Here is a gig for an artist/designerJob description: paperback book cover that requires knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign. The design and layout of a paperback book cover (front cover, spine, back cover), and creation of file for printer. The..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:54:37 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Secret Garden Books - Gives Back This Holiday Weekend:
Martha said, "A Couple of Events to be Thankful for This Season EVENT Ballard Gives Black FridayDATE Friday 25 November..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:51:14 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Northern Network SCBWI December Meeting:
Martha said, "Northern Network NewsMini Critique SessionInterested to see what others think of your artwork or story? We’re doing a mini-critique session this month! To participate, please bring 5 copies of the first chapter of a story, a picture book..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:48:14 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Book Launch Party for Sophie Topfeather, Superstar:
Martha said, "SOPHIE TOPFEATHER, SUPERSTAR! (sequel to Sophie’s Quest, by local author, Sonja Anderson)It's a timely story of an unlikely friendship between a Great Horned Owl and a pirate-wannabe mouse that brings hope to a divided..." more
Monday, November 14, 2016 8:16:14 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled A Little Something About Amazon's Author Pages:
Martha said, "Here are some frequently asked questions about Amazon Author Pages sent to me via Dana Sullivan via his agent via Penguin - hence, reliable sources all of them.BY PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE AMAZON SALES TEAM|NOVEMBER, 2016In summer 2016, the Penguin..." more
Friday, November 11, 2016 10:27:09 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Recap and What's In Store for December:
Martha said, "If you were able to attend this week's SCBWI Monthly meeting, then you already know what a fabulous presentation both Ben Clanton and Dan Gemeinhart gave. We saw some quick sketching by Ben and the audience sketched, too, even yours..." more
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 6:41:49 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Kid Lit Drink Night General Schedule:
Martha said, "Kid Lit Drink Nights are a time for like-minded writers and illustrators to get together and socialize. Your beverage of choice may be anything from H20, soda, beer, wine, a cocktail, or anything in between. The focus is on the new friends you..." more
Tuesday, November 8, 2016 1:23:39 AM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Inside Story Is Coming to Town!:
Martha said, " Your local Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators invites you to attend their biannual Inside Story event at University Book Store in Bellevue (990 102nd Ave NE) from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2016.Meet..." more
Monday, November 7, 2016 3:19:31 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Book Launch for Barbara Jean Hicks:
Martha said, "Barbara Jean Hicks, Once Upon a Parsnip Join Little Red and Old Bully Wolf on a madcap shopping spree through the marvelous Fairytale Market! Little Red is simply looking for parsnips for Granny Hood’s lunch, but Mr. Wolf is..." more
Thursday, November 3, 2016 10:51:10 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled November Monthly Meeting:
Martha said, "Main PresentationBen Clanton. Let's INTERPLAY! (A.K.A. When Words and Pictures Meet) This hands-on workshop (yes, there will be drawing and writing games!) will cover how illustrations can parallel, augment, and/or contradict the text in a book, AND..." more
Wednesday, November 2, 2016 3:07:09 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Story Times at Seattle Public LIbrary!:
Martha said, "Beginning this Saturday, November 5, join us Saturday mornings at the Central Library Children’s Center for a special series of story times. Meet our local picture book authors & illustrators! Start the weekend off with songs,..." more
Wednesday, November 2, 2016 1:41:16 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Available now: WWA Author/Illustrator Directory:
Martha said, "Need to help a school, library, or community event organizer find great speakers who can generate excitement about books, reading, and writing? Turn them on to our new regional directory of authors and illustrators who love school visits and similar..." more
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 11:11:00 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Booktree Sprouts Up in Kirkland!:
Martha said, "Consider yourself invited to our new bookstore! We would love to see you at the ribbon cutting and special pre-grand opening on Friday November 4th from 5:30 to about 8 p.m. and/or the November 5th Grand Opening 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.Booktree609..." more
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 11:11:00 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Northern Network WWA SCBWI Meeting Wednesday November 2!:
Martha said, "Northern Network of WWA SCBWII Told SHOWED You So!! It’s the first rule of writing: SHOW, don’t TELL! So how do you get away from merely telling what is going on in your manuscript? Come see how showing vs. telling will..." more
Monday, October 31, 2016 1:54:48 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Book Launch for Corey R. Tabor!:
Martha said, "What's a fox to do when he wants to win the jumping contest, but cant jump well? Scheme, of course. Corey Tabor's witty debut, Fox and the Jumping Contest, tells the classic tale of a lovable trickster just trying to make his way in the world...." more
Sunday, October 30, 2016 5:39:05 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Kid Lit Drink Night - Cancelled for November
Thursday, October 27, 2016 5:25:03 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled BOOK LAUNCH for Jay Asher:
Martha said, "A reminder that Jay Asher is coming to town."Jay Asher’s first book, Thirteen Reasons Why was and is a worldwide phenomenon. It’s been translated into 35 languages, spent over 200 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, and sold nearly 2.5..." more
Thursday, October 27, 2016 5:24:59 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Judges Needed for Elementary School Reflections Competition:
Martha said, " Hello, My name is Fiona O’Connor and I am the program chair for the Reflections Program at Creekside Elementary here in Sammamish. Reflections is a PTSA cultural arts competition intended to encourage students artistic and..." more
Wednesday, December 28, 2016 8:25:14 PM
Martha Brockenbrough wrote a blog post titled Kid Lit Drink Night - December!:
Martha said, "Come and celebrate the awesome SCBWI 2016 year together with your fellow SCBWI-ers. Here's the link to the Nickerson Street Saloon. And as always, you don't need to "drink" to come and have a good..." more