You're invited

Here are a couple of events that may interest you. The June 1 item is another class in the UW Writers Program, and the instructor is opening the evening's guest speaker talk to anyone in the other classes. It'll be a second perspective on the author/agent axis, and another agent in the region for you to meet.

MAY 19, 2011 - University Bookstore - Bellevue. 990 102nd Ave NE. Bellevue, WA 98004

Time: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Guest Authors:

C.C. Humphreys. How to Plan a Book Tour (followed by a book signing)

Chris is the bestselling author of several historical fiction novels the latest of which is Vlad: THe Last Confession.

Laura Munson. How to turn your life experiences into a bestselling memoir. (followed by a book signing)

Laura's memoir, This is Not The Story You Think It Is has garnered much critical praise. She is also a frequent contributor to Author Magazine.

JUNE 1, 2011 -- Guest Agent at Popular Fiction Class: 1325 4th Ave. Seattle.

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Speaker: Vickie Motter, literary agent with Andrea Hurst and Associates. Vickie represents both fiction and nonfiction.

Topics: The Role of an Agent. What an agent can and cannot do for the author. Vickie will also answer questions regarding how to write Query Letters, Synopsis and Book Proposals.

Bio: Vickie is looking for new and previously published authors dedicated to continuously developing their craft and writing poignant nonfiction or marketable fiction. She enjoys the opportunity of working closely with her authors to help bring a book to life. She has a special love of unique plots, dark themes, strong characters, an engaging voice, and witty humor.

Vickie represents:

Fiction: YA Contemporary, Dystopian, Steam punk, Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Paranormal, Cozy mysteries.

Nonfiction: Narrative, Humorous memoir, Healthy living, Cookbooks with a strong platform, Current events.