What we’re about
This NVW Meetup is a pathway to the non-profit organization Napa Valley Writers, a branch of California Writers Club. CWC-NVW is a professional organization open to writers in every genre and at every level of experience, from novice to notable. Our purpose is to promote fellowship and to provide practical information that supports all members in achieving their publishing goals.
NVW meetings are always open to the public and our Meetup friends.
To join NVW and receive all the benefits of the group, please contact info.napavalleywriters@gmail.com.
If you're one of those local writers in search of a critique/writers group, people with whom you can share your work, share your time, people who can help you become a stronger writer, ask NVW about our critique groups.
NVW meets regularly to learn from and help each other. Monthly meetings feature well known authors and offer an opportunity for members to read from their current works. Cost is $10, guests; $7 NVW members; Free to full-tim students with ID.
NVW also sponsors workshops, open mic events, salons, and social activities. A branch of the California Writers Club, founded in 1909 and one of the nation’s oldest professional clubs for writers, our motto is Writers Helping Writers.
We look forward to meeting you at one of our upcoming events. There's a place here for you.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Self-Publishing 101 with Ruth SchwartzNapa Valley Unitarian Universalists, Napa, CA
Self-Publishing 101
Ruth will present a concise and powerful overview of the self-publishing process. Whether you’re a first-time author or looking to refine your self-publishing skills, this session will arm you with essential knowledge and actionable steps to kick-start your self-publishing journey. Led by an industry expert with years of experience, you’ll gain insights into the critical aspects of turning your manuscript into a professional, market-ready book.
Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Self-Publishing: Key differences between traditional publishing, hybrid publishing, and self-publishing; Overview of the self-publishing industry and its evolution
- Essential Steps Overview: A high-level walkthrough of the self-publishing process
- Choosing Your Platform: Introduction to major self-publishing platforms
- Marketing Basics: Overview of categories, keywords, and metadata
- By the end of Ruth’s presentation, you will have a solid understanding of the self-publishing landscape, the fundamental steps to getting started, and practical tips to avoid common pitfalls. This session is designed to provide a strong foundation, empowering you to take the first steps towards successful self-publishing.
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Ruth Schwartz is the founder and CEO of Wonderlady Books, helping self-publishing authors turn finished manuscripts into well-published books. Ruth brings over 50 years of book publishing, design and printing industry experience to every author's project and has worked on over 200 independently-published books since 2012 when print on demand technology enabled the current indie publishing revolution. And she is the co-founder of Respecting Our Elders, the award-winning, all-volunteer food program*.*
***Open to the Public
NVW Members: $5
Guests: $10
Students: Free with IDNapa Valley Writers, a non-profit organization, is a branch of the California Writers Club and holds monthly meetings. For more information, contact napavalleywriters@gmail.com
