DFW Regular Meeting, January 16, 2008

At Wednesday's regular DFW workshop meeting:

Rejections: A total of three.
Acceptances were reported by Anne Perry and Alex Martinez. Alex (for the uninitiated, "Alex" is what we've called him since long before he became "A. Lee Martinez, Novelist") also showed us the catalogues from his German publisher.
Submissions: Dan Anders reported one submission.

President Steve Manning lovingly castigated the group for its "leisurely" speed in submitting work.

Announcements:

Caroline Williamson reported that there are still opportunities to volunteer for The Conference and score a free t-shirt in the process. See Carolyn for more info and the sign-up sheet.

A break-out session with Candace Havens, "Revision Hell," has been added to the conference schedule.

Alyssa Radcliff wanted all to realize that pitch sessions with agents are still available, but they are first-come, first-served and only for writers who have a completed work.

Steve Manning encouraged members to post flyers in libraries and other places where those interested in the conference may see them. He has impressive, full-color flyers available.

Anne Perry, Grace Roeber, Michele Nordahl and Andy Valentine announced (in a four part repartee) the Psuedo Serious Literary Contest.