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“What Every Writer Needs to Know About Publishing”
On Thursday, August 19, 2009 Marjory D. Lyons, Ph.D., will give a talk entitled “What Every Writer Needs to Know About Publishing… Looking at Options for Publication” at the Broward Main Library, 5th Floor. The program takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. The Library is at 100 S.E. 2nd Street in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
This session is for writers whose objective is to see their book in print and who seek information on the publishing process. Topics to be presented are independent publishing, co-publishing, ghostwriting, book producing, and specialty publishing. Included is a checklist for preparing your work for submission, a list of professional organizations for writers and publishers, and references for writers.
Dr. Lyons is an actress, writer, educator and president of Telling Your Story, Inc., a company that produces books of life stories. Marj has been a popular book reviewer in the Fort Lauderdale area for more than 20 years. She is on the faculty of Nova Southeastern University in doctoral studies.
“A lot of people have written books and the question eventually comes to ‘Now What?’,’ Dr. Lyons noted. “This talk, while being given for the Writers Network of South Florida, is open to the general public and should be helpful in exploring the various options.”
For information, call (954) 970-9333 or e-mail marjorydlyons@bellsouth.net.
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From: MIKE JEFFERSON 928-963-0725
Publisher To Speak About Alternative Ways of Publishing
Dr. Marjory D. Lyons, owner of an independent publishing company, will present a publishing seminar on May 7, 2010 at the Public Library in Sedona from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Her topic is "You've Written a Book? Now What? Exploring Alternative Means toward Publication.” Lyons will discuss options, following the traditional route-- seeking an agent and a major publishing house--or choosing independent publishing, specialty publishing and alternative routes to book publishing.
Recipient of the 2009 Hall of Fame Award by the Writers’ Network of South Florida for “service to the writing community above and beyond the call of duty and for…making connections and giving back,” Lyons is president of Telling Your Story, Inc., which publishes books of life stories. www.marjory@telling-your-story.com.
Lyons said in an interview, “This seminar is for writers who are serious about wanting to see their works in print and are interested in exploring options to publication.”
Included in the session is a checklist for preparing your work for submission, a list of professional organizations for writers and publishers and references for writers. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. The first two to sign up receive 30 minutes of free publishing consultation.
The seminar will be repeated on May 8, 2010 at the library at the same times. Contact Mike Jefferson, Cornville at 928-963-0725 or Michael@telling-your-story.com.
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Dr. Marjory Lyons’ Will Review Lily Koppel’s
The Red Leather Diary At St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church
On Saturday, March 13th, Dr. Marjory Lyons will present a lively book review of The Red Leather Diary by Lily Koppel at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church. The true story is about a New York Times journalist who discovers a discarded diary in a New York City dumpster that introduces her to an extraordinary young woman. The diary takes place in the glamorous, forgotten time of the late 1920’s and early 1930’s. The diarist, Florence Howitt, now in her nineties lives in Palm Aire.
Dr. Lyons is an actress, writer, educator and long-time friend of this column. She is president of Telling Your Story, Inc., a company that produces books of life stories. Marj has been a popular book reviewer in the Fort Lauderdale area for more than 20 years. She is on the faculty of Nova Southeastern University in doctoral studies.
St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church is at 100 N.E. Mizner Boulevard in Boca Raton. For information, call (561) 395-8525 or visit www.stgregorysepiscopal.org.
On March 24th, Dr. Lyons will give a talk on "You've Written a Book ? Now What? Options for Publishing Your Book," for the Writers Network of South Florida at the Main Library, 100 S.E. 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale. Her talk takes place on the 6th floor beginning at 6:30 p.m..
On April 1st, will once again give a book review on The Red Leather Diary for the National League of American Pen Women, Fort Lauderdale branch. The event takes place at Artserve, 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Publisher To Speak About Alternate Ways of Publishing
At Sedona Public Library
Dr. Marjory D. Lyons, owner of an independent publishing company, will present a publishing seminar on May 7, 2010 at the Public Library in Sedona from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Her topic is "You've Written a Book? Now What? Exploring Alternative Means toward Publication.” Lyons will discuss options, following the traditional route-- seeking an agent and a major publishing house--or choosing independent publishing, specialty publishing and alternative routes to book publishing.
Recipient of the 2009 Hall of Fame Award by the Writers’ Network of South Florida for “service to the writing community above and beyond the call of duty and for” making connections and giving back.” Lyons is president of Telling Your Story, Inc., which publishes books of life stories. www.marjory@telling-your-story.com.
Lyons said in an interview, “This seminar is for writers who are serious about wanting to see their works in print and are interested in exploring options to publication.”
Included in the session is (1) a checklist for preparing your work for submission, (2) a list of professional organizations for writers and publishers and (3) references for writers. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Lyons will offer private consultation on writing and publishing to writers on Monday and Tuesday, May 10 and 11 in Sedona for $50 per hour. The first two writers to sign up will receive 30 minutes of free writing and publishing consultation.
Sedona Public Library is located at 3250 White Bear Road (off Dry Creek Road) in Sedona. To register for the seminar or private consultation, contact Mike Jefferson, Cornville, AZ at (928) 963-0725 or Michael@telling-your-story.com.
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Phone/fax 928-284-9491
Book Producer to Expand Services to Sedona
Telling Your Story, Inc., a specialty book producer, established in South Florida in 2001, announces the expansion of services to the Sedona area. A publisher of life stories and business histories, the company will be represented by Michael K. Jefferson of Oak Village. A graduate of DePauw University, Indiana, Michael has 18 years of executive sales experience in the U. S. and the Mid East. He will handle sales and marketing, public relations, and book client interviews.
Michael is currently scheduling April workshops on "Tips on Writing Your Life Story" to be conducted by Marjory Diane Lyons, Ph. D., president of Telling Story, Inc. In an interview, Marjory stated recently, "Everyone has a story to tell; it's just a matter of when and where he or she tells it. We know how to help folks focus their thoughts on their own lives and unique experiences, and to enable them to tell their stories. We publish the book in hardcover or paperback. The result is a beautiful legacy, a book in the individual's own words."
With over 25 years of experience in writing, teaching, and publishing, Marjory was recently quoted on memoir-writing in Newsday (LI) and in Metro Arts (Detroit). She is president of the Writers' Network of South Florida, board member-at-large of the Florida Publishers' Association, a member of the National League of American Pen Women, and of the Greater Sedona Chamber of Commerce.
Workshops with light refreshments are being scheduled in the Sedona area now. One- hour consultations are offered free of charge.
Michael, his wife, Susan, and son, Andrew, have lived in Sedona since November 2003. For information, please contact Michael K. Jefferson at mikejefferson@msn.com or phone/fax at 928-284-9491. |