Connecting

Hello from Adair Heitmann. Are you finding ways to stay cool and focused this summer?

I’ll continue my ongoing blog about creating a writer’s website later in August, when I’ll post A Writer’s Website: Part Three. For now if you are new to this blog you can find parts one and two on June 3 and July 1, 2011.

For today’s post I’ll share a quote and let you know of some upcoming writing events.

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. ” -Helen Keller

I hope to see you on Tuesday night August 9 at 7pm at Darien Library where I’ll be presenting Create a Writer’s Platform: Why You Need One and How to Build It. The program is part of their Adult Reading You’re Connected series. We will have fun and I’ll share hints and tips on building your writing platform. You will walk away with clarity and useable information.

Then on November 1 and 8, (mark your calendars now!) I’ll be back at the Fairfield Public Library giving a two-part program, Write On! Hands-on Help in Building Your Writer’s Platform at 7pm both nights. Bring paper, pen (or your laptop) and an open mind, the programs will be part lecture, part inspiring writing exercises.

Until next time, stay cool, find new ways to connect with your readers, and keep on writing!

Welcome to our First Post for Fairfield Writer

The town of Fairfield, Connecticut has a wealth of interest in writing and the literary arts.  We have three public libraries and two universities. Each institution celebrates writing frequently with their programs for writers and about writers, their curricula, their resources, and their spaces. We also know many published writers live in and/or do business in Fairfield.

We are offering this blog as a way to connect with other writers, and to share information about upcoming literary events, contests, and conferences. Are you considering joining a writers critique group but don’t know where to start? Are you seeking inspiration or need a more rigorous method to write? Do you feel isolated as a writer and need to connect with others?  Do you have a nagging question you would like to pose to other writers? If so, we invite you to join us in this literary endeavor . . .