Meetings and Events
We feature several write-ins throughout the week, general meetings once a month, writers retreats, an online auction, and an annual writing challenge.
Annual Online Auction
Our annual online auction has been moved to the spring of 2026. Stay tuned for more details.
Weekly Write-Ins
Finding it hard to set aside time to write? Let’s do this together! We meet via Zoom three or more times a week for writing sprints.
We usually chat for five minutes then typically write for 45-60 minutes. We have as many of these sprinting sessions as those participating want. Our structure is loose, and there’s no pressure. Brainstorming, sharing industry news, etc. is always welcome.
For more information, including dates and times, contact us.
2025 General Meeting Dates and Speakers
Chapter meetings are on Saturdays from Noon-2:30 pm unless otherwise stated. Non-member guest fees are $10 for in-person meetings (guests can attend one meeting for free) and Zoom meetings are free for all of 2025. Link to the Zoom meeting is in our monthly newsletter.
In-person meetings at the Embassy Suites require a $25 prepayment for your choice of lunch.
Email us for more information on how to attend a meeting and be added to our newsletter. (See Contact Us page.)
May 17th – (Zoom) – Monica Hay: How to Overcome Writer’s Resistance
June 20th – 22nd – Annual Retreat
July 12th – (Zoom) – Ellis Flynn – Marketing Your Books with Key Phrases
August 16th – (In person) – Tina Wheeler: Writing Faster with Dictation
September 20th – (Zoom) – Eva Fox Mate – Crafting Character Depth: Creating Emotional Wounds in Fiction
October 18th – (In person AGM) – Nathan Myers – AI for Writers
November 15th – (Zoom) – Tee O’Fallon: Writing Realistic Law Enforcement Characters
December 6th – Holiday Party
2026
January 17th – (In person) – Laurie Schnebly Campbell:- The Double D’s: Dynamic Description & Delicious Dialogue
February 21st – (Zoom) – Lisa Rabey: Telling Your Story: Creating Engaging Content For Your Website and Newsletter
VALLEY OF THE SUN WRITING CHALLENGE will take place the entire month of October 2025. Details will be announced in our monthly newsletters and chat loop, so make sure you’re signed up for both.
