Pirates, Manatees, and Mysteries! Oh My!

Welcome to the world of Jane Wood’s books. Juvenile fiction author Jane R. Wood captures the imagination of young readers ages 9-14 through stories rich with mystery, adventure, and humor. Follow the escapades of the Johnson family, as 13-year old Joey hears voices in St. Augustine; 9-year old Bobby has a close encounter with a manatee; and 5-year old Katy meets a pirate on Amelia Island. Wood weaves the history and the environment of her settings into her storylines, making her books educational, as well as fun.

Aspiring Authors

June 11 2011

There's more to publishing a book than writing a good story!

Over the years many of you have told me you're thinking about writing a book, but don't know how to go about getting it published. If you fall into that category, I have good news for you. A colleague of mine and I are now offering workshops on how to get published.

Frances Keiser, an award-winning author of children's books, and I will be sharing some of the tricks of the trade on a variety of topics related to writing, publishing and marketing at conferences, the University of North Florida's Division of Continuing Education, and other venues.

Listed below are three upcoming workshops that can be helpful to aspiring authors. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about any of these sessions. And check out our website at http://www.getbooksavvy.com.

June 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
I'm Writing a Book...What's Next?
Duval Teacher Supply Depot, Jacksonville

We'll be discussing publishing options, design tips, business essentials and marketing strategies.
For more information and to register, contact me at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), $39. Space is limited.

July 16, Workshop from 9:00am - 4:00pm
(Food and networking from 8:00-9:00am and 4:00-5:00pm)
Get Book Savvy at the Beach - A Writers Retreat
Beach-front location on Crescent Beach, Florida

Six hours of sessions on writing, publishing and marketing books will be taught by Frances Keiser and me. This retreat will also include a continental breakfast, a gourmet lunch, and a wine and hors d'oeuvres happy hour. Dining and breaks will take place on decks overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Morning and evening walks on the beach will be encouraged.

We are limiting this workshop to a small group, so reserve your spot early.
To register, contact me at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), $145

July 28, Continuing Education Course at UNF from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Nuts and Bolts of Constructing Your Book
UNF University Center
For more information and to register, go to UNF's Division of Continuing Education Learn Jacksonville.

Mom’s Choice Award #4

April 01 2011

I was recently notified that my fourth book, Ghosts on the Coast: A Visit to Savannah and the Low Country, has received the Mom's Choice Award. This is a national award that recognizes "quality family-friendly products." I'm thrilled that all four of my juvenile fiction books have received this award.

April and May - On the Road Again!
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April 2 - I'll be on Amelia Island this Saturday, signing books and celebrating the Old Town Bicentennial. Old Town is featured in my book Adventures on Amelia Island: A Pirate, A Princess, and Buried Treasure. The organizers of this event have planned many activities to help make "history come alive" for kids and adults. Visit: http://oldtownfernandina.org/bicentennial/index.html

April 16 - The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island will be shell-e-brating Earth Day and I'll be there! This is a great place to take kids! Activities will include games, crafts, demonstrations and stage programs. To learn more about the Center, go to: http://www.georgiaseaturtlecenter.org


April 30 - With more than twenty other authors, I'll be presenting at the April is for Authors event in West Palm Beach. Teachers, students and families are invited to meet their favorite authors at this free event. If you live in the West Palm Beach area, check it out. For more information, go to: http://www.aprilisforauthors.org

May 12-14 - I'll be speaking at the Scribbler's Retreat and Writer's Conference on St. Simon's Island, Georgia. Sessions are designed for "budding authors and published authors of all ages" and include: Query Letter Writing, Historical Fiction, Point of View, Creating Credible Characters, Writing Poetry, Revving up your Narrative Drive, and How to Write a Novel in your Spare Time. I'll be speaking about Schools: A Niche Market. For registration information, visit http://scribblersretreatwritersconference.com

May 20 - I'll be joining other authors with books about the environment at An Evening at Whitney Labs at Marineland in Flagler Beach. Book signings will be held from 7:00-7:30 PM, following a program and other activities that begin at 5:00. http://www.scenica1a.org/EnvironmentalEducationForum.aspx

By Popular Request - Publishing Workshops Offered ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I am often asked by aspiring authors if I would help them get a book published. I'm now in a position to offer them some support.

Frances Keiser, award-winning children's author, and I will be offering a series of courses through the University of North Florida's Division of Continuing Education. Our first course, The Business Side of Self-Publishing, will be offered on May 17, from 6:00-8:00 PM at the UNF campus. Two separate publishing courses will be offered on June 4 and July 28.

For details and registration information for these very affordable workshops, go to: http://www.ce.unf.edu/showcalendar.awp.

An Evening with Ernest Hemingway - May 21 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The Florida Heritage Book Festival will bring to life the "Hemingway Era" by hosting an evening infused with music, drink and Cuban-inspired hors d'oeuvres. The entertainment includes a Hemingway look-alike contest and a Mojito-tasting competition! Book lovers will enjoy this special event at the Flagler College campus in historic St. Augustine, Florida. Early bird registration ends on April 21, 2011. For tickets, go to: http://www.fhbookfest.com

Educators: Schedule an Author Visit to Your School
If you're interested in having me visit your school, give me a call at 904-268-9572 or send me an e-mail at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

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