Author: Lisa Holcomb
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Upcoming Speaker: Mike Wigington on June 14, 2022
Unbeknownst to many around him, Michael Wigington, a native Texan, is an immortal who has sat at the Round Table with King Arthur and listened to the wisdom of Merlin. His father, when Michael asked if he could help a halfling take a ring to Mordor, told him to go mow the yard instead. Thankfully,…
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES FOR MAY 9, 2022
Call to Order at 6:31 p.m.Introductions of those in attendance were made. President Lisa Holcomb asked for committee reports: Conference: April Coker gave information about the upcoming conference on July 9 at TJC West, noting that more details will be forthcoming on the website regarding registration. She also said if anyone has a great desire…
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Upcoming Speaker: Patty Wiseman on May 10, 2022
Master of the unexpected twist, breathtaking depth, and contagious storylines, romance novelist, Patty Wiseman is the daughter of a WWII Navy vet who survived Pearl Harbor. She was raised in Washington State,attended The Wesleyan College in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, then moved to Northeast Texas where she has resided for over 30 years. Several of her short…
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 11, 2022
The meeting was called to order at 6:43 PM.Visitors: We welcome new member Laura Bentz.Birthdays: We honored Lorna Penland on her birthday. Other April Birthdays are:Anna Russell (April 10); Patsy Stagner (April 5); Lisa Holcomb (April 21); Valory Elliott (April 12). If your name is missing please send me an email (maineenthusiast@gmail.com) with the month…
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Upcoming Speaker: Cathy Krafve on April 11, 2022
Seriously though, who is Cathy Krafve? A self-dubbed Coffee Cup Philosopher, I’m an education connoisseur and a life-long learner. I always try to put a snappy spin on all things spiritual because faith is never boring. I’m a wife, mom, and most importantly, wink wink, a grandmother. David and I live in the country not…
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES FOR MARCH 14, 2022
Lisa Holcomb called the meeting to order at 6:33pm. April Coker announced she would contact Tyler Junior College for our venue with a July date for the annual conference. Lydia Holley requested articles for the TNC newsletter, no matter how short. Everything will be welcome. Lisa Holcomb posted images of articles on which our logo…
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Upcoming Meeting: Sharon Thayer
Sharon Thayer is a full-time author, speaker, publisher, and grandmother. In her award-winning books, cherished around the world, Sharon emphasizes positive values, developing a strong relationship with nature, and creating memorable traditions that build vital family bonds. Sharon has a wonderful story of how being clear on her goals from her first publication, a Letter from…
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Upcoming Nutz & Boltz Meeting 2/21/22
Unfortunately, Thomas emailed me today to say that his three children, his wife and he – have Covid. That will make it impossible for him to participate in Nuts and Bolts on Monday. We will try to get him back on the schedule later this year.
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES FOR FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Lisa Holcomb opened the meeting at 6:39 p. m. February Birthdays were acknowledged adding Renee Goodwin and Chea Roberson to the list. Author announcements: Lisa Holcomb stated she had short stories published in a recent anthology. Committee Reports: Mike Wigington was presented with a plaque for his service as president of the Guild from 2018…
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Nutz and Boltz: Thomas Umpsttad
For this month’s Nutz & Boltz meeting, we will have speaker and podcast expert Thomas Umstattd, Jr. on hand to answer any questions we have about podcasts, writing, and websites. About Thomas: In 2009 he started AuthorTechTips.com, a website to help authors use the web to promote their books. The site was twice featured in…