I open with three truisms: The sun rises and sets. Nothing is certain but death and taxes. And my own invention … Writing is constrained by time and space. Whether writing fact or fiction, the reader’s time and attention are fleeting, measured in seconds. Physical space is also often limited. You must engage and retain […]
Power Behind the WNBA: Hortensia Calvo
The member diversity in the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) makes our goal of connecting, educating, advocating, and leading possible. As Bookwomen, we believe “Books Have Power.”
The Bookwoman welcomes Hortensia Calvo (WNBA-New Orleans) to the “Power Behind the WNBA” interview series!
Members’ Noteworthy News, February 2019
It’s a new year, and The Women’s National Book Association members are making an impact. The WNBA is home to a talented membership who do so much to promote literacy in our communities. Kudos to these members for their outstanding work! New Orleans Anne Babson‘s play about gun culture in the South, entitled Reenactment, was […]
Power Behind the WNBA: Kathleen Burkinshaw
The member diversity in the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) makes our goal of connecting, educating, advocating, and leading possible. As Bookwomen, we believe “Books Have Power.” The Bookwoman welcomes Kathleen Burkinshaw (WNBA-Charlotte) to the “Power Behind the WNBA” interview series! Tell us about yourself. I’m a Japanese American author residing in Charlotte, NC, who is a […]
Writing in the Face of Grief
In 2009 my husband was windsurfing off the coast of Maui; flexing his well-toned muscles as he perfected his jibes; falling off the board and climbing back on, conquering the force of nature to be one with it. Meanwhile, I, his landlubbing wife, safely planted in the sand, was snapping photos of my seventy-two-year-old daredevil. […]
Power Behind the WNBA: Sarah “Bebe” Brechner
The member diversity in the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) makes our goal of connecting, educating, advocating, and leading possible. As Bookwomen, we believe “Books Have Power.” The Bookwoman welcomes Bebe Brechner (WNBA-Nashville) to the “Power Behind the WNBA” interview series! Tell us about yourself. My work in the information industry involves managing and developing academic […]
Power Behind the WNBA: Karen Kersting
The member diversity in the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) makes our goal of connecting, educating, advocating, and leading possible. As bookwomen, we believe “Books Have Power.” The Bookwoman welcomes Karen Kersting (WNBA-New Orleans) to the “Power Behind the WNBA” interview series! Tell us about yourself. Since arriving in the city in 1982, I refer to […]
Women’s National Book Association–Greater Philadelphia
In our fourth official year as a chapter, Greater Philadelphia is growing strong! Our members make this chapter so unique and special. From sharing our passion for reading and writing books to promoting literacy and service for people of all ages, our goal is always to lift and inspire. We make sure that all of […]
WNBA Members’ Noteworthy News, January 2019
It’s a new year, and The Women’s National Book Association members are making an impact. The WNBA is home to a talented membership who do so much to promote literacy in our communities. Kudos to these members for their outstanding work! San Francisco Elise Maria’s Super Ager, You Can Look Younger, Have […]
Power Behind the WNBA: Pat D’Innocenzo
The member diversity in the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) makes our goal of connecting, educating, advocating, and leading possible. As bookwomen, we believe “Books Have Power.” The Bookwoman welcomes Pat D’Innocenzo (WNBA-Nashville) to the “Power Behind the WNBA” interview series! Tell us about yourself. I am Pat D’Innocenzo, and I belong to the Greater Philadelphia […]