Join us from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. The meeting information was sent out via the newsletter. It is also published in the members-only section of the website.
Remember to Vote for New RWA Bylaws
On June 4th, RWA will be releasing a proposal for new amendment bylaws. All voting-eligible members will receive a ballot via email. Please cast your vote to help pave the future of RWA. A preview of the new bylaws is available on RWA’s website.
May 16th SOLA Meeting will be VIRTUAL
Join us from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
We will be showing a webinar presentation
from RWA University:
Self-Editing Tips for Romance Authors
by Jeanne De Vitat
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Click the link below and give permission to open the application if necessary. Then follow the prompts.
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You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 432-122-805
OR you can download the app from the link below and enter the access code.
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April 18th SOLA Meeting CANCELLED
*Due to the continued request for social distancing during the Coronavirus outbreak, the April SOLA meeting will be canceled. We will keep you updated for the May meeting.
New Treasurer Needed
Our treasurer Liah Penn has resigned from her position, and SOLA is looking for a volunteer to fill the vacancy. Please email President Devon Alexander if you are interested.
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March 21st Meeting Canceled
Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, the March 21st SOLA meeting will be canceled. We will keep you updated about the April meeting. Stay safe and healthy everyone!
February 15th Meeting
*Please note that the meeting room has changed. We will meet in the East Bank Regional Library’s upstairs A/V room at 10:00 AM.
SOLA Membership Dues:
SOLA will be collecting dues via a secure PayPal link through our website. The membership fee is $40.00 and is due by the end of February. Please remember that you must be a member of good standing with RWA in order to be a member of SOLA.
January 18th SOLA Meeting
*Please attend this Saturday’s meeting to discuss the future of SOLA. All members past and present are encouraged to come.
The business meeting will begin at 12:15.
The East Bank Regional Library
will also be presenting two lecturers:
9:30 a.m. The Art of the Audiobook
with Michael Ziants
11:00 a.m. Creating Characters With Depth
with Stephen Rea
For more information, see the library’s calendar.
SOLA Christmas Party on Saturday, December 14th
SOLA will host the annual Christmas party at the East Bank Regional Library on December 14th from 10:00am-12:00pm.
*Special Notes:
1. We will begin with a short business meeting to introduce the new board and discuss ideas for the new year.
2. Please bring a small Christmas ornament (no more than $10) for the traditional Sadistic Santa gift exchange!
3. Food and drinks will be provided. Come join the fun!
November Writers’ Meeting Saturday, November 23rd
*Please note that a brief SOLA meeting will be held to elect the 2020-2021 board. Cast your vote!
Come join other writers this Saturday for two exciting lectures presented by the East Bank Regional Library:
9:30-11:00 The Ghost Rider Creative Writing Experience
with Steve Scaffidi
11:15-12:30 The Power of Story
with Laura Anne Ewald
For more information, see the library’s calendar.
NOVEMBER MEETING POSTPONED – NO MEETING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH
Due to elections on Saturday, November 16th, the library meeting rooms will be closed. SOLA’s November meeting will be postponed.
Further details to come. Thank you for your patience.
