Meanwhile, the WOC emerging writers are preparing for their special night by choosing an in-progress or already published work. We may end up hearing something read out-loud for the very first time to a public audience. I'm already excited about learning what they're reading, which we'll discuss when we meet for lunch in the Guest House this Saturday.
As I mentioned in the last post, writers help frame what we initially talk about on their respective evenings. The objective of the program is to speak on our own terms, in our own voices, and to drive our own narrative. It may not sound like a big thing, but to people of color in the literary world, and in particular to women, this is huge. Guests will have an opportunity to ask questions or share their own thoughts during the q&a.
The cross-section of experiences and voices are reflective of living in Southern California, particularly Los Angeles. It amazes me they are able to balance their writing and life as mothers, wives, partners, activists, college professors, and an array of other roles they seamlessly take on during a single day. They do it with passion and with a fierce dedication to their craft. I'll write more about each of them individually in future posts.
I have public office hours on Saturdays from 11 am until 2 pm. Please stop by and visit "Wallis," my special dog friend. Those who know me understand my love for animals, especially rescue and shelter dogs, and I write with my three when at home. My bff brought Wallis to keep me company, and we've decided to share her with every guest. Come visit, and take your picture with Wallis! I'll post some, if not all, of the pics.
By the way, what are you reading?
I'm going through the writing of all the panelists right now, and it is intoxicating getting lost in their
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