Last month we introduced a new platform for celebrating wins within the She Writes Press community. If you missed the June installment of the Monthly Memo, make sure you check it out here. This month we’re happy to relay more wonderful awards, events and news coverage our authors are a part of.
If you have exciting news you’d like to see shared in our Monthly Memo, email janay@sparkpointstudio.com and we will make sure to include you!
Katrina Anne Willis named BlogHer Voice of the Year
Spring 2016 She Writes Press author Katrina Anne Willis was just named the BlogHer 2015 Voice of the Year for her essay “When I Inhabit Too Much Space.”
If you have received an award for your writing share it with janay@sparkpointstudio.com so we can share your accomplishment in our next Monthly Memo.
Laura Nicole Diamond on Women’s Fiction Writers
Laura Nicole Diamond stopped off over at Women’s Fiction Writers, a site Writer’s Digest named one of the 101 Best Websites for Writers, to share her guest post on “The Beauty of the Writing Community.” Here she talks about being a She Writes Press author and the benefits of SheWrites.com.
Donna Stoneham on Fox29
Dr. Donna Stoneham was featured on the local Fox news channel in San Antonio for a “Cool Mom’s Club” segment where she discussed her book The Thriver’s Edge.
Paolina Milana on 411 Teen
The S Word author, Paolina Milana will be featured on 411 Teen, a radio station dedicated to helping teens deal with difficult issues. As a teenager, Paolina had to cope with mental health issues in her home on a daily basis and now she will talk to teens about healthy ways to handle difficult home environments.
Gina Folk on Brazen Careerist
Gina Folk, author of People Leadership, appeared on Brazen Careerist, a site dedicated to helping and growing leaders in the business community. In her article “New Manager? Don’t Make These 5 First-Timer Mistakes” she instructs new leaders on what not to do when they come into a promoted position.
Jill Smolowe in The New York Times
Jill Smolowe, author of Four Funerals and a Wedding, contributed a piece to the opinions section of The New York Times. Her article “I am a Bigamist” stoked lively conversation on the topic of marriage after being widowed.
Shary Hauer on Yahoo Health
Shary Hauer, author of Insatiable, stopped by Yahoo Health to share her personal struggles with love addiction and ask the question “Are You a Serial Dater – or a Love Addict?”
Kelley Clink on Huffington Post
Kelley Clink’s memoir, A Different Kind of Same, takes a deep dive into her brother’s suicide and her own struggles with depression. On Huffington Post, Kelley shared her article “Why I’ll Tell My Son About My Suicide Attempt.”
Leanna Lehman on We Heart Writing
Leanna Lehman, debut author of Vote for Remi, shares her insider knowledge on the writing process at We Heart Writing with her article “Five things every aspiring writer should know, but probably don’t.”
Hollye Dexter on The Manifest-Station
Hollye Dexter, author of Fire Season, stopped in at The Manifest-Station to share her story about what she salvaged from the fire that destroyed her family’s home.
Jo Ivester in The Austin Chronicle
Did you get a chance to read Jo’s interview in The Austin Chronicle surrounding the release of The Outskirts of Hope? Check it out here.
Kamy Wicoff on Working Moms Lifestyle
In Episode 28 of Working Moms Lifestyle by Samantha Ettus, Wishful Thinking author Kamy Wicoff calls in to share her insight on motherhood and being a working parent.
Maria Kostaki on Working Mother
Maria Kostaki, author of Pieces, was featured in a summer book round up on Working Mother.
Céline Keating in Hamptons Magazine
Céline Keating, author of Play For Me, was featured in Hamptons Magazine where they shared the details on her upcoming book launch event.
Constance Hanstedt on Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio
Look out for Constance Hanstedt, author of Don’t Leave Yet, on Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio this month.
Cherilynn Veland on My Fox Chicago
Cherilynn Veland, author of Stop Giving It Away, was featured on Fox in Chicago to discuss setting healthy boundaries.
Carol Merchasin on Rudy Maxa’s World
Author of This is Mexico, Carol Merchasin, was on Rudy Maxa’s World. Here she discusses falling in love with Mexico, the Spanish language and her book.
If you would like an exciting piece of coverage shared on the Monthly Memo, email janay@sparkpointstudio.com and we will include it in an upcoming round up.
She Writes Press Spring Tour
The final stop on the SWP Spring Tour occurred July 1st in San Francisco and officially wrapped up the 11-city book tour. There was often standing room only at these great book events and the women on these tour stops got some amazing face time with fans.
If you missed the authors this time around, stay tuned for information on the fall tour.
Kelley Clink in Ann Arbor
Kelley Clink, author of A Different Kind of Same, will be on tour this month, don’t miss her if you live in Michigan.
When: Saturday, July 11 at 7PM
Where: Literati Bookstore, 124 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
The event offers a candid conversation on suicide prevention, mental health, and how to find hope after loss. RSVP here.
If you have an event coming up, share it with janay@sparkpointstudio.com and we’ll include it in a Monthly Memo.
We will be continuing to celebrate the wins within the She Writes Press community through our Monthly Memo and we’d love to get everyone involved. If you have news to share, send it to janay@sparkpointstudio.com and we will include it in an upcoming installment of the Monthly Memo. Happy 4th of July!
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