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News from Michael Barrington

Presentations

Michael has two upcoming presentations and book signings for the SIR Organization, a non-profit corporation that provides social opportunities for retired businessmen. The theme will be The French Resistance During World War II and will feature Michael’s two historical novels, Let the Peackock Sing and No Room for Heroes. The first presentation will be at the Ashbury United Methodist Church in Livermore, on Thursday, April 18. The second presentation is on May 9, at Boundary Oak Golf Club, in Walnut Creek. Both events are only open to registered SIR members.

Upcoming Publications

In the May issue of Books ‘N Pieces, https://booksnpieces.com, two of Michael’s submissions will be
published: Magic at Stonehenge a short fantasy story (2700 words) and Silk, (370 words) a short
review of the book by Alessandro Baricco.

Member Spotlight

Deven Greene Will Release Her Next Novel, a Thriller, on October 22, 2025
Deven Greene Will Release Her Next Novel, a Thriller, on October 22, 2025

Click here to view more Spotlights or if you have a writing Spotlight to share with us.

Upcoming Programs

  • December 7, 2025: Holiday Potluck
  • January 10, 2026: Our New Venue Launch with Writers Tables, Interviews, and a special price! Optional post-meeting events.

Our Meeting Schedule and Location

General Meetings are held the second Saturday of each month, except July and August.
Location:
The Pleasant Hill Senior Center
233 Gregory Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Optional post-meeting events until 1:30. Bring your lunch!
Our meetings are open to the public. See the Meetings and Workshops page to register. 

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