Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 18, Number 10, 1 October 2001 — Writers Conference [ARTICLE]

Writers Conference

Do you have a great book idea or a draft manuscript and need help in getting it published? Whether you are a new or experienced writer, the llth Honolulu Writers Conference is a "great opportunity to discuss your book with a professional, and discover the trade secrets of how to attract an editor or literary agent," says eonference organizer Rich Budnick. | Meet editors and agents who help authors get their work in print and leam more about children's books and self-publishing. Featured speakers include John Aheme, the Warner Books editor who worked with Nicholas Sparks, the best-selling author of Message in a Bottle, as well as three literary agents who publish best-selling books: Wendy Keller of ForthWrite Literary Agency, whieh represents Jack Canlleld of the Chicken Soup books; Charlotte Gusay of Charlotte Gusay Literary Agency; and Roger Jellinek of Jellinek & Murray Literary Agency, Hawai'i's only literary agency. Jellinek is a former editor-in-chief of the New York Times Publishing Company. The event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3 at the University of Hawai'i Jefferson Hall. Registration is $89, $60 for students. For more information, eall 395-1161 ore-mail abudnick@att.net.

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