Announcements: April 8th – April 13th             

Announcements:

Week of April 8^th – April 13^th             

Did You Know?

If you’re an author and looking to publish, how do you know which route to go? Today, there are three major ways to publish: traditional, self, and hybrid.

In traditional publishing a publishing house takes over your book’s rights and oversees the whole process — from editing to distribution. You get to take home a share of the royalties. However, finding a traditional publisher who is willing to take on your book can be difficult. If you can tolerate potentially multiple rejections from agents and publishers, this might be the route for you.

In self-publishing you manage all the non-writing tasks like editing or marketing on your own (or by hiring freelancers to help you). You get to keep 30-70% of the profits, and keep all creative control over every aspect of your book. Marketing is tough and, generally, there is less exposure with retailers than traditional publishing, however you retain full control.

Hybrid publishers offer assistance for a fee. These companies offer similar services at different prices, can give mentorship, and even help with an Amazon set-up. It is wise to research a few before picking which publisher to go with. While not as selective as traditional publishers, they do take a portion of the royalties.

Read more here:

https://miriamlaundry.com/types-of-publishing/

https://www.nepoetrysociety.org/post/4-types-of-book-publishing

• Congratulations to two of our latest members who have recently published books: Margaret Zabor – Mission to Pakkodand Susan Rodriguez – The Teapot of Hannah. They are both great reads and available on Amazon.

• Our own Glenda Partee and Virginia Ferguson both have works in the Black Art Matters Art Show at the Carrollwood Cultural Center. The reception is April 12^th. The show is in the main theater and runs through May.

• Advanced/Intermediate Open Play Mah Jongg with an Instructor is on Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:30pm.

• Beginning Conversational Spanish is starting again Monday April 22^nd. If you missed out on the first round of Spanish this class is for you. Class will run for six weeks on Mondays from 10:00-11:30am.

• Fun with Watercolor is Thursday April 25^th with Kathy Edwards. Class is from 10:00 to noon.

• Friday April 26^th we are going to the Florida Museum of the Photographic Arts. They collect, preserve, and exhibit works both historic and contemporary by national and internationally known artists. After viewing the museum we will be going for lunch in Ybor. The signup sheet is on the resource table, please indicate if you are willing to drive. You can also call Morgan to let us know you’re coming at (813) 932-0241.

• Crochet Class with Becky Helmink is beginning May 6^th. This 6 week class will be on Mondays from 1:00-3:00pm. Yarn will be provided for you. You may bring your own crochet hooks, sizes G, H, I, or you may borrow ours. The signup sheet is on the resource table. Seats are limited.

• Are you interested in teaching in our outreach program? We need two instructors, willing to go to an adult day care center or ALF once a month and conduct a paint-a-long. We will give you brushes, paints, and canvases. If you’re interested, please call or email Arleen Mariotti at grants@lectampa.org and 813-932-0241.

• Sometimes, things happen. If you cannot get to the LEC because you are temporarily (or permanently) unable to drive, you might benefit from our Uber card program. We received a grant that awards you a $50.00 Uber card you can use for transportation to and from the LEC. If you are interested, please call Arleen (813-932-0241) to get your application started.

• The LEC is looking for volunteers. Please let Sheila know if you are interested in volunteering with us. The shifts are 2 hours, either in the morning or afternoons.