The attendance was very nearly SRO at last Saturday’s third big event of the organization 4 Authors by Authors (read the “4” as “For”). In a jam-packed large room at Keiser University in West Palm Beach, writers and would-be writers sat and absorbed wisdom and inspiration from five speakers: author Lisa McCourt (speaking on behalf of “The Book Couple”), Suzanne Mulvehill, David Pollock, Mark Spivak, and Tia Crystal. There were also introductory remarks by founder Janet Lifshin and managing director Penny Polokoff, as well as brief presentations by the vendors who were there to sell their wares (mainly books) or familiarize the attendees with their services.As a founding member and former board member of the organization, I was pleased to see how the event has grown and taken shape since our first major event two years ago.
Penny Polokoff shared with the attendees the fact that the organization may not wait another full year before the next major event, plans for which are already being formulated. The intention is to make it a two-day event rather than just one day.
But for those who don’t want to wait till the next major event, 4 Authors by Authors has a Meetup group that gets together at the Boynton Beach Barnes & Noble on Sundays. There, writers can discuss and share their works in progress and be mentored by Mark Spivak.
You can “like” the organization on Facebook, look for more info on their Sunday meetings on Meetups, and learn more on their website, www.4AuthorsbyAuthors.com