Whatcom Writers and Publishers serves the local writing and literary community in Bellingham, Washington, and the surrounding area. WWP members are an amalgam of people, of all levels and backgrounds, interested in producing, editing, publishing, and supporting the written word. Our monthly dinner meetings include opportunities for professional development and meeting writers, publishers, editors, publicists, and more. Join us for dinner and become a member!
| Next Meeting: Wednesday, June 20th, 2012, 6 PMWhere: Windows on the Bay 2625 S. Harbor Loop (Yacht Club Building) Topic: Speaker: Lyssa Browne |
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Lyssa will discuss the background of audiobooks, the current state of the industry, the basics of production, and what really goes on in the recording studio. She will share her thoughts on choosing the right narrator, tips on narrating a book, and some ideas about marketing and distribution.
Lyssa Browne is a co-owner of Cedar House Audio Productions, a full service spoken word audio production company focusing on audiobooks, podcasts, and video game voice-overs. Lyssa is the executive producer, an occasional narrator, and has directed more than 100 audiobooks. Lyssa has directed and produced 30 audio tours for Rick Steves’ Europe Through The Backdoor. Since their founding in 2007 they have won numerous Audiofile Earphones Awards, won the 2009 Odyssey Award for best young adult Audiobook of the year, and been nominated 5 times for the industry’s highest honor: the Audie Award.
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Menu: That’s a Wrap!
Wraps: Asian Chicken, Steak & Gorgonzola, Chicken Caesar with bacon, Chicken Chipolte or South Western Vegetarian
Mixed Green Salad with two side dressings
Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit
Homestyle Baked Beans seasoned with bacon
Pasta Primavera
Assorted Home-style Cookies and Dark Chocolate Dipped Macaroons
(Bar serves beer, wine and soft drinks. Cash only)
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| Cost is $16 per person (tax and gratuity included). Reservations are required. Please reserve by Friday, June 15th. We cannot offer refunds for no-shows. |
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For questions contact Carolyn Leeper, (360) 714-8901 or email cdleeper@hotmail.com.
