Volume 7 · Issue 5

Countdown to BWRC 2010 ATLANTA!

65 days until the next BWRC!

In this issue

• Early Registration Ends in Two Weeks
• Urban Mediamakers Film Festival Joins BWRC 2010 Sponsors
• Wellness Sessions Added to 2010 Program
• BWRC Selects Eklectics Books as Official Conference Bookseller
• W Hotel Sells Out of Doubles; Six Singles Remain
• Give Me Five Competition to Open for Judging
• Win up to $200 in the “Give Me Five” Writing Competition

Important Dates

• April 30: Early registration ends
• May 20: Discounted Hilton rate expires
• May 31: Give Me Five Contest Entry Deadline
• June 2: Discounted W Hotel rate expires
• June 14: Advance registration ends

From the BWRC Blog

• BWA & BWRC Veteran Anna Christian: From Past to Present
• Kimberly Bibbs on BWRC, Haters & Chasers

Only TWO MONTHS to Black Writers Reunion & Conference! Don’t miss the awesome workshops, book signings, and networking events taking place at the W Atlanta Perimeter Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, from Wednesday, June 23 to Saturday, June 26, 2010.

Early Registration Ends in Two Weeks

Early registration will end April 30 as well as your opportunity to take advantage of our payment plan. A $150 deposit will lock in your registration at the $295 rate as long as the balance is paid by May 15. After April 30, registration rates will increase $50. For more information or to register, see Registration.

Urban Mediamakers Film Festival Joins BWRC 2010 Sponsors

The 9th annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) 2010 will take place October 14-17, 2010 at the Marriott Hotel – Norcross at 475 Technology Parkway in Norcross, Georgia. “Changing the World, One Story at a Time” is our continued theme, showcasing exceptional independent films. The three-day festival includes an opening night reception, film screenings, workshops, youth screenings, networking and more. Visit www.umff.com for submission forms and festival information. For personal attention, call 404.460.2793.

Urban Mediamakers is a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization focusing on animation, film, music, print, television and video. Visit www.urbanmediamakers.com for our events, film/television news, jobs and opportunities.

Wellness Sessions Added to 2010 Program

Certified Group Fitness Instructor Maggie Davenport will offer 10-20 minute sessions each morning during the conference of tai chi ['meditation in motion'], gentle stretching and ‘centering’ to help prepare you for a full day of openness and acceptance, exchange of ideas, strategies, and inspiration. Maggie, who teaches Tai Chi, yoga, pilates and bodyworks, is a fitness instructor at LA Fitness and Absolute Body Symmetry. For more information, visit Wellness.

BWRC Selects Eklectiks Books as Official Conference Bookseller

BWRC is pleased to announce the selection of Eklectiks as the official BWRC 2010 bookseller. Owned by long-time BWA/BWRC family member and former Pentouch affiliate editor Yolanda Jacobs, Eklectiks was launched from a family-centered mission to uplift the intellect, self-esteem, knowledge and cultural values of our community. Visit their website or contact them for more information.

W Hotel Sells Out of Doubles

With BWRC group reservations at an all-time high, demand has exceeded supply at the W. Although the W has sold out of doubles and only six singles remain, the nearby Hilton Suites has ample suites available at a rate of $99 per night. Located within a mile of the W, the Hilton offers two-room suites with hard wired and wireless high speed internet access, two 32-inch flat panel LCD HDTVs, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, jacuzzi, indoor and outdoor pools. In-room jacuzzi is an available upgrade. Complimentary shuttle transportation is available between the W and Hilton. For more information or to reserve your room, see Hilton Accommodations.

Give Me Five Competition to Open for Judging

Soon conference registrants will have the chance to participate in selecting the winners of the Give Me Five Writing Competition. Within the next month, top entries will be posted on the forum for conference registrants to select their favorites. If you haven’t registered on the new forum, register here. While you’re there, take a moment to introduce yourself, respond to some of the discussions, or start your own topics.

Win up to $200 in the “Give Me Five” Writing Competition

Write 5 pages of fiction or screenplay treatment for a chance to win one of three cash prizes. For details, see Give Me Five. Deadline extended to May 31.

www.blackwriters.org