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SUMMARY:Publishing Professionals Network 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Future-Proof Your Publishing Career\n\n\n\nJoin the Publishing Professionals Network (PPN) 2026 Conference\, a full-day event designed for writers\, editors\, and publishing professionals looking to grow\, connect\, and stay ahead in the industry. \n\n\n\nTaking place on April 24\, 2026\, at the David Brower Center in Berkeley\, this conference brings together experts from across the publishing world to share insights\, tools\, and strategies for today’s evolving landscape. \n\n\n\nThis year’s conference features keynote speaker Jane Friedman\, a leading expert in publishing and author development\, along with a lineup of industry professionals covering topics such as AI in publishing\, marketing\, and the future of the industry. \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to learn from experienced speakers\, attend engaging sessions\, and build meaningful connections with fellow writers and publishing professionals. \n\n\n\n\nView Schedule & Register
URL:https://cwcmtdiablo.org/event/publishing-professionals-network-2026-conference/
LOCATION:David Brower Center\, 2150 Allston Way\, Berkeley\, California\, 94704\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Writers Grotto Presents: An Evening with Publishing Expert Jane Friedman
DESCRIPTION:Jane Friedman has spent almost three decades working in the publishing industry\, with a focus on business reporting and author education. Established in 2015\, her newsletter The Bottom Line provides nuanced market intelligence to thousands of authors and industry professionals; in 2023\, she was named Publishing Commentator of the Year by Digital Book World. Jane’s expertise regularly features in major media outlets such as The New York Times\, The Atlantic\, The Today Show\, Wired\, Fox News\, and BBC. \n\n\n\n\n\nAn Evening with Publishing Expert Jane Friedman\n\n\n\nThe publishing industry has never been more fickle. It’s difficult for aspiring authors to keep tabs on the latest trends in a business that seems to be changing by the minute. The Grotto is pleased to offer an evening seminar by Jane Friedman\, the leading expert on how books get published\, whether traditional\, indie\, or hybrid. Her presentation will address: \n\n\n\n\n• The biggest myths and misconceptions about the publishing industry\n\n\n\n• What writers need to know about AI (no\, we can’t ignore it)\n\n\n\n• How to write query letters that get manuscript requests from agents and publishers\n\n\n\n• The best way to build your author platform and gain readers\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be followed by a mixer; light snacks and drinks will be provided. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://cwcmtdiablo.org/event/the-writers-grotto-presents-an-evening-with-publishing-expert-jane-friedman/
LOCATION:The Writers Grotto\, 1663 Mission Street\, Ste. 602\, San Francisco\, California\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Poetry For The Ages
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Poetry Month with Poetry for the Ages\, a special event hosted by the City of Lafayette Public Art Committee. Taking place on April 21\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Theater in Lafayette\, this gathering will feature a diverse lineup of poets sharing their work and love for verse. Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for an afternoon of inspiration\, creativity\, and community as we honor the power of words across generations. \n\n\n\nPFA 2026 Event flyer-finalDownload\n\n\n\nNote: This is not a CWC-sponsored event.
URL:https://cwcmtdiablo.org/event/poetry-for-the-ages/
LOCATION:Town Hall Theater\, 3535 School St\, Lafayette\, California\, 94549\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holograph
DESCRIPTION:Holograph\n\n\n\nIn celebration of Poetry Month\, seven authors will gather on April 19th\, 2026 to give public readings of their work. Features Gillian Conoley\, Eli Coyle\, Courtney Cliften\, Oswaldo Vargas\, Jacalyn Eyvonne\, David Hakim. Hosted by current Poet Laureate Erik Manuel Soto. Doors open at 1PM\, readings start at 2PM. CASH BAR non-alcoholic\, beer\, wine\, spirits. Admission is FREE. \n\n\n\n\nClick here for more info
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LOCATION:Red Men’s Hall\, 431 Georgia St\, Vallejo\, California\, 94590\, United States
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