Events and Activities for Southern California Writers
- Wed, Sept 8 — San Fernando Valley (Encino) Satellite
- Thurs, Sept 9 — Westside Satellite
- Thurs, Sept 9 — Ventura (Thousand Oaks) Satellite
- Fri, Sept 10 — Pasadena/Altadena Satellite
- Thurs, Sept 16 — Orange County Satellite
- Sat, Sept 25 — SEMINAR: How To Write Funny
- Mon, Sept 27 — GENERAL MEETING/PANEL: Erotic Writing: Relax. It's only sex!
- Sun, Oct 3 — IWOSC READS ITS OWN - in Pasadena
- Fri, Oct 8— Pasadena/Altadena Satellite
- Wed, Oct 13 — San Fernando Valley (Encino) Satellite
- Sat, Oct 16 — SEMINAR: Crafting The Exceptional Magazine Pitch
- Mon, Oct 15— GENERAL MEETING/PANEL: Magazine Editors Talk About Stories They Want
- Thurs, Oct 14 — Westside Satellite
- Thurs, Oct 14— Ventura (Thousand Oaks) Satellite
- Thurs, Oct 21— Orange County Satellite
- Sat, Nov 20 — SEMINAR: Tapping The Subconscious Mind For Greater Creativity
- Mon, Nov 22— GENERAL MEETING/PANEL: Writng With/For/About Disabilities
- December — IWOSC HOLIDAY PARTY (date and location to be announced)
GENERAL MEETING/Panel DIscussion
EROTIC WRITING: Relax. It's only sex!
Monday, Sept 27, 2010
7:30 to 9 p.m. (networking follows the program)
Erotic Writing. A matter that strikes fear in the hearts of many writers.
If you are writing fiction, you often need to open this Pandora's box. It's ripe with political incorrectness, point-of-view issues, censorship quandaries. But it's acceptable, and even fun to write and read.
Whether you are interested in writing an erotic novel, or if you are just dealing with a section of your book that encompasses this section of the universe, you need to feel comfortable with the genre in order to expect success.
Our panel will tell you how and why they did it (wrote, that is), and with appropriate good humor will let you in on the secrets, the pitfalls, and the benefits of writing good erotic prose or poetry.
Remember, "...it's only dirty if you do it right," attributed to Woody Allen, Lenny Bruce, and George Burns.
Relax, it's just sex.
OUR PANEL:
JACQUES RIFKIND, writing as Alma Marceau, is the author of the erotic novel LOFTING. An excerpt from LOFTING was anthologized in The Best American Erotica series, published by Simon & Schuster. The novel was translated and published by FusoSha, Tokyo in a Japanese edition. Rifkind works as a wine broker in the Los Angeles area and currently restricts his writing to scientific treatises on beetles.
LINDA DeVILLERS, PH.D. specializes in sex and relationship therapy. She is a sex therapist certified by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and is a diplomate and clinical supervisor of the American Board of Sexology. Her accomplishments include writing the book Love Skills and she's also written a chapter on Sexual Communication for Praeger's Sexual Health. She currently serves on the board of The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality, and has also served on the boards of The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists; The Los Angeles Country Psychological Association; and the Group Psychotherapy Association of Southern California.
Location: Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City
(Corner of Culver Boulevard. Parking entrance on Culver) Map of location. Parking is free.
(Wear layered clothing. The room is usually comfortable but the temperature can vary.)
Admission: IWOSC members - free; Non-members - $15
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED — Call 877-79-WRITE (that's 877-799-7483) or email the IWOSC office for reservations and information. Reservations will be honored up to ten minutes before the meeting begins.
Please note: The reservation deadline, space permitting, is 12:00 noon on Monday, the day of the meeting.
If you reserve and can not attend, please email the IWOSC office to let us know.
Future IWOSC meeting dates
As a rule, IWOSC meetings are the 4th Monday of the month.
We don't hold meetings in August or December, opting for parties those months.
Oct 15 — Magazine Editors Talk About Stories They Want
Nov 22 — Writng With/For/About Disabilities
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IWOSC SATURDAY SEMINAR
The Seminar:
HOW TO WRITE FUNNY
Saturday, September 25, 2010
10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Almost every type of writing can benefit from a quip or two, or a gently turned phrase in the direction of humor. Even the deepest recesses of serious fiction use humor to break the tension from time to time.
But how do you write something that is funny? How do you know that your words will make the reader or listener crack a smile and not just be corny? When if you're in a foul mood and are still required to crank out a funny moment or two? How do you do that?
How can humor improve the salability of your fiction, nonfiction, journalism, or corporate copy? Humor is still a hot ticket, especially if it is organic, non-derivative, and engaging.
This seminar, presented by IWOSC – the Independent Writers of Southern California, will guide you into the World of the Funny. We will work with class exercises and you will definitely come down with a case of the giggles. And along with that, you'll add to your box of writing tools.
Our Seminar Instructors:
DAVID SAMSON is the author of 21 books. He's a nationally known speaker, media personality and president of Adville.com, an advertising agency.
Samson's work has been seen on David Letterman, The Today Show, Politically Incorrect, ABC Prime Time, Fox News, Comedy Central, Entertainment Tonight, and Larry King Live; also People, Penthouse, Mademoiselle, Cosmopolitan, New York Daily News, Chicago Tribune, The Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Magazine, USA Today, Whole Life Times, and The New York Times.
Samson is a frequent guest on major radio shows including Top Ten affiliate markets of ABC, CBS, Fox, Clear Channel, Westwood One, Radio America and Pacifica Broadcasting.
He recently had liposuction on his ego! See FunnyGuy.com.
JUDY CARTER is the author of the best-selling "The Comedy Bible" (Simon & Schuster) and "Standup Comedy: The Book" (Dell Books, 22 printings). She has appeared on many TV shows and numerous clubs across the country, has coached over 5,000 comics in her comedy workshops, and has brought her message of "turning problems into punchlines" to Fortune 500 companies.
Carter has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, CNN and on Oprah. A native Californian, she is also talented at snowboarding and making stuffed matzo balls. She lives in Venice Beach with her six animals.
ComedyWorkshops.com.
Where: Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City
(Corner of Culver Boulevard. Parking entrance on Culver. Parking is free.) Map.
(Wear layered clothing. The room is usually comfortable but the temperature can vary.)
Cost: IWOSC members: $15; Non-members: $35
Reservations Required — Space is limited.
Reservation deadline: 4 p.m. the Friday before the seminar.
For reservations and information, email the IWOSC office or call 877-79-WRITE (that's 877-799-7483).
NOTE: If you reserve and can not attend, please email the IWOSC office to let us know.
Future IWOSC Seminar and Workshop dates
As a rule, IWOSC seminars are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
We don't hold a seminar in August or December as those are our party months.
Oct 16 — Crafting The Exceptional Magazine Pitch
Nov 20 — Tapping The Subconscious Mind For Greater Creativity
IN ORBIT: UPCOMING SATELLITE MEETINGS
IWOSC's monthly drop-in satellite sessions are free and open to all writers — both members and non-members.
Bring your writing, your ideas, problems, questions, and complaints. Receive support, laughs, juicy controversy, and plenty of networking. And please support our hosts by purchasing snacks and other products.
Orange County Satellite
IWOSC's Orange County Satellite meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tustin Library.
Hosted by: Kurt Bensworth
Next meetings:
Thursday, September 16
Thursday, October 21
Thursday, November 18
Thursday, December 16
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Tustin Library, 345 E. Main
Admission: Free to both IWOSC members and non-members.
If you have any questions about this satellite, contact Kurt by email.
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Pasadena/Altadena Satellite
IWOSC's Pasadena/Altadena Satellite meets the 2nd Friday of the month at Coffee Gallery.
Hosted by: Jane Neff Rollins. This is a joint meeting of our IWOSC Pasadena Satellite and the Alameda Writers Group Special Interest Group (SIG).
Next meetings:
Friday, September 10
Friday, October 8
Friday, November 12
Friday, December 10
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Location: Coffee Gallery, 2029 N. Lake Ave, Altadena 91001
626-398-7917
Here's a Map to the Coffee Gallery for you.
Admission: Free to both IWOSC members and non-members. However, we'd like you to purchase coffee or a snack in support of our host..
For more information about this satellite, write to Jane Neff Rollins or call her at (818) 957-3405.
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San Fernando Valley (Encino) Satellite
IWOSC's San Fernando Valley Satellite meets the 2nd Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Barnes and Noble in Encino.
Hosted by: Ron Vazzano.
Next meetings:
Wednesday, September 8
Wednesday, October 13
Wednesday, November 10
Wednesday, December 8
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 16461 Ventura Blvd., CA, Encino
Free parking in the shopping center
Here's a map to Barnes & Noble for you.
Admission: Free to both IWOSC members and non-members.
Grab a snack from Starbucks next door or Gelson's across the street before the networking begins, then come participate in a free-flowing exchange of ideas about their work and the writing business.
For any questions, Ron Vazzano.
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Ventura County Satellite (Thousand Oaks)
IWOSC's Ventura County satellite meets the 2nd Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Sherwood Country Club
Hosted by: Dawn Wood. Dawn is a published poet, physician, and medical script consultant, who recently taught medical narrative fiction at a University of Iowa workshop, The Examined Life: Writing and the Art of Medicine.
Next meetings:
Thursday, September 9
Thursday, October 14
Thursday, November 11
Thursday, December 9
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fee: $2 per person
More info: This group has its own website at iwoscventura.ning.com.
Location: Sherwood Country Club, 320 West Stafford Road (Golf Clubhouse), Thousand Oaks, CA 91361.
Free parking – stop at guard house for directions to IWOSC.
RSVP. Please let Dawn Wood know you'll be coming.
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Westside Satellite
IWOSC's Westside Satellite meets the 2nd Thursday at 10 a.m. at Ye Olde King's Head in Santa Monica
Hosted by: Vickey Kalambakal
Next meetings:
Thursday, September 9
Thursday, October 14
Thursday, November 11
Thursday, December 9
TIme: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Ye Olde King's Head
116 Santa Monica Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90401-2202
It's mid-way between Ocean and 2nd.
[Map]
We gather in a private room and alternate between reading our own work, listening to a speaker, or just going around the table asking questions, sharing gripes and discussing insights.
Parking:
The pub validates 2 hours of parking if you park in the #4 lot (just north of SM Blvd) or #6 lot (just south of SM Blvd) on 2nd Street. [Santa Monica Parking map]
Admission: Free to both IWOSC members and non-members. As a courtesy to the pub, all attendees must purchase food.
RSVP: If you plan to attend, please email Vickey with your RSVP. RSVPs are important, especially since we're just starting our relationship with our hosts. You can also email Vickey for details.
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IWOSC Reads Its Own
Sunday, Oct 3, 2010
2:00 - 4 p.m.
Free
Reservation NOT Required
Location:
Vroman's Book Store, Pasadena
Some of Our Past Events
Wondering what other events and types of events we've had? See our past 2006 events, 2007 events, 2008 events, 2009 past events, and this year's past events.
