Category: Meeting
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February 2024: Lance Hawvermale
Cisco Writers Club was thrilled to host award-winning, thriller author LANCE HAWVERMALE at the club’s February 1st meeting. Hawvermale spoke about his writing techniques, publishing journey, and marketing advice. He also handed out signed copies of one of his books! Thank you for your time and generosity, Lance! Hawvermale holds a master’s degree in English…
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January 2024: Annual Planning Session
At the January, 2024, meeting of the Cisco Writers Club, ideas and creativity were flowing. We planned meetings and event for all of 2024, everything from a presentation on how to market a book to the contest awards ceremony. Thanks to all the writers and writerly friends who came with such great ideas. You are…
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December 2023: Children’s Fiction Authors Workshop
At the December meeting of the Cisco Writers Club, Authors Marilyn Kay Brooks and Marilyn Kay Pineda (together known as their pen name “Marilyn Kay”) gave a workshop to aspiring children’s fiction authors. Participants learned how to write a story that will inspire young minds. They gave workshop attendees advice on tuning into a young…
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June 2023: Karen Witemeyer
In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
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July 2023: Duane Hale
Challenges in business are a given, but it’s our response to them that defines our trajectory. Looking beyond the immediate obstacle, there lies a realm of opportunity and learning.
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August 2023: Helen Cozart
Every business has a unique potential waiting to be tapped. Recognizing the keys to unlock this growth can set an enterprise on the path to unprecedented success.
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October 2023: J.V. Lewis
What fosters effective teamwork? It’s not just about grouping individuals together and hoping for the best. It’s about cultivating an environment where trust, open communication, mutual respect, and a shared vision converge.
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November 2023: Michael Neuhaus
In an ever-shifting business landscape, adaptability isn’t just a trait—it’s a competitive advantage. Companies that embrace change, learn from challenges, and pivot when necessary are the ones that not only survive but also thrive in uncertain environments.
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Pizza and Planes!
On September 30, 2024, local and nearby contestants of the 2024 Adventures in Writing contest (the 15-and-under category of Cisco Writers Club’s Annual Writing Contest) received a fifteen-minute flight around Cisco in a private plane. Plus pizza! Family members and Cisco Writers Club members joined to celebrate with these young writers. Our thanks goes out…
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September 2023: Writing Contest Awards Ceremony
A lively crowd celebrated winning authors and 47 years of Cisco Writers Club contests to promote involvement in the craft of writing. Awards totaling $1,480 for the 47th Annual Cisco Writers Club Writing Contest were given out on September 7th at 7 p.m., at the Myrtle Wilks Community Center in Cisco. See complete list of…