Speaking Out

Here is the cover for the newest book by Mercer County writers - SPEAKING OUT Volume 2 - edited by Roni Gilpin and Betty Dean.

I am happy to say I have several poems and one essay featured in this new collection. My poem - "See Me" - is the first poem in the book - I was told it sets the tone for the entire book.

SPEAKING OUT will be available within the next few weeks, so I'll keep everyone updated on when and where it can be purchased.

Speaking Out II

Thursday, November 20th was the first class for Speaking Out II - a workshop lead by Betty Dean Coleman and Roni Gilpin.

The class introduced themselves by reading short essays composed at the beginning of class. We then read and discussed a personal essay by local author Charles Semones.

Homework:
For next time, write about a unique incident in your life. This can be a poem, personal essay, song, or whatever method you wish to convey your story.

Next meeting:
Thursday, December 4th at 6:30 pm