http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/index.htmlHot News!enuser@domain.comCopyright 2011 Martin2012-05-16T14:23:44+01:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Wed, 16 May 2012 14:27:35 +0100user@domain.comNews2012-05-16T14:23:44+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/9464022b8a896409993ce0ca2a162f07-15.html#unique-entry-id-15http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/9464022b8a896409993ce0ca2a162f07-15.html#unique-entry-id-15We have just heard the sad news that Frederick E Smith has died. Famous, of course, for the 633 Squadron and the salutary tale of dealing with agents and film rights (he never made a penny from the film), Fred was a stalwart of the conference and always entertaining company at the bar. He was generous in his advice to the other authors and will be greatly missed.]]>user@domain.comNews2012-04-12T10:34:52+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/3bf18ce38388d8b210018b1d6cb620e4-14.html#unique-entry-id-14http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/3bf18ce38388d8b210018b1d6cb620e4-14.html#unique-entry-id-14There will be a committee meeting in May and a number of options for forthcoming conferences will be discussed then.

It would be good to have other news from members as well. You can email from the contacts page. For example, Catherine King had a book launch recently and Eileen Roberts has one coming up. Martin Hall has moved into e-publishing both for himself and others who want some of the work done for them. Check the links page to get to his Amazon profile. Any visits, purchases and 5* reviews welcome.]]>user@domain.comNews2012-01-03T09:25:00+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/9c6f183f089379697eeadbf4a607fea5-13.html#unique-entry-id-13http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/9c6f183f089379697eeadbf4a607fea5-13.html#unique-entry-id-13Well, there was no last minute reprise and the Earnley Concourse officially closed its doors on 19th December. There is a news story about it here and if you sign up to the Chichester Observer (it doesn’t cost anything), you can leave a comment on the story.

A happy 2012 to you all, even if it is a Southern Writers’ free year. Keep coming back here for updates.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-11-03T13:35:08+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/c5d340b7b0912bca22c84077cd6d4de9-12.html#unique-entry-id-12http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/c5d340b7b0912bca22c84077cd6d4de9-12.html#unique-entry-id-12Due to the closure of Earnley Concourse and the difficulties in finding a suitable venue, we have reached the sad conclusion that it will not be possible to hold a Southern Writers’ Conference in 2012. The committee has started to research the possibilities in terms of dates and locations for 2013. We will continue to keep you in touch with events through this website and email. Additionally we may be contacting those on our mailing list for opinions on how we would like to see the conference going forward.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-10-20T14:31:13+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/396b6af0c09484b851f27f2368e1fbef-10.html#unique-entry-id-10http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/396b6af0c09484b851f27f2368e1fbef-10.html#unique-entry-id-10Many of you will have heard the sad news that our hosts for the past 29 years will be closing down. We don’t have any details I’m afraid, only that they will not be accepting bookings for 2012. Obviously that has put the committee into an unenviable position. We are seeking out new premises at the moment, but given the uncertainty of location and therefore dates, we can’t book any speakers. This means that it is becoming impractical to be thinking of a date in June, setting aside the fact that many places are already booked for that month. Keep coming here for more news and dates as and when we know more. But, assume that the Southern Writers will be later in the year.

More information about the situation at Earnley can be seen here and there is a space to enter your own comments on this story.
]]>user@domain.comNews2011-06-14T10:51:29+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/479d0458dac4656e660647cd00da1e05-9.html#unique-entry-id-9http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/479d0458dac4656e660647cd00da1e05-9.html#unique-entry-id-9I’ve refreshed the photo album with a collection take from this year. I don’t know what kind of weather everyone else had over that weekend, but over in ‘God’s Pocket’, the sun shines for most of the summer.
]]>user@domain.comNews2011-06-13T08:59:13+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/4aa72c425030ba5cd9ba74034b31de16-8.html#unique-entry-id-8http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/4aa72c425030ba5cd9ba74034b31de16-8.html#unique-entry-id-8Well, that’s it for 2011 and what a fantastic weekend it turned out to be. Everyone appeared to be enjoying themselves and no wonder given the fantastically high standard of speakers.

But, keep coming back here as there’s going to be frequent updates. Photos will be going up in the next couple of days and then a downloadable set of leaflets for next year will follow.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-05-10T14:04:55+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/32d37752f509ed3390a4c892dcccbfcd-7.html#unique-entry-id-7http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/32d37752f509ed3390a4c892dcccbfcd-7.html#unique-entry-id-7Well, I guess it’s only about a month away now. Better get those bookings in smartish if you haven’t done so already. I know that the programme was being finalised this week, so it should be on its way to your doormats in the not too distant future.

Added another link to The New Writer, some interesting stuff there. And don’t forget to look for us on Facebook (the organisation, not the event), it’s a good way of getting in touch with other writers.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-04-05T16:16:10+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/84c7c396764e59d69de151d3a7df90b2-6.html#unique-entry-id-6http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/84c7c396764e59d69de151d3a7df90b2-6.html#unique-entry-id-6We’ve started working on a Facebook presence as well as the website. If you’re a Facebook user, click on the ‘like’ button under the peacock, it would be helpful. If you do a search for ‘Southern Writers Conference’ on that site, you should be able to find our fledgling pages.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-04-04T16:14:19+01:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/ee63554ef834184dc19f567735d3936a-5.html#unique-entry-id-5http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/ee63554ef834184dc19f567735d3936a-5.html#unique-entry-id-5The Industry Speaker for this year will be Kathy Gale, a book doctor and all round purveyor of publishing services.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-03-22T14:19:49+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/ec9fb2de8d4f282a79f7e1ee65a7c614-4.html#unique-entry-id-4http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/ec9fb2de8d4f282a79f7e1ee65a7c614-4.html#unique-entry-id-4Entry forms are being sent out right now. If you want one sent, use the contact button. Please remember to include your postal address in the message as these are not electronic forms, we post them to you.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-02-06T18:40:03+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/30c0a8fac9956ae5639179a1ffa01379-3.html#unique-entry-id-3http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/30c0a8fac9956ae5639179a1ffa01379-3.html#unique-entry-id-3It is with great sadness that we must announce the death of Michael Jones on January 29th, after a short illness. Michael was a long standing member of SWC and contributed hugely in time and effort on the committee in a variety of roles including host to the speakers and latterly as chairman. He will be greatly missed by us all. Our condolences go to all of his friends and especially, his two children: Simon and Nicola.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-01-31T08:55:25+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/58218f693722dec8a65838d397f5060e-2.html#unique-entry-id-2http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/58218f693722dec8a65838d397f5060e-2.html#unique-entry-id-2Have just got confirmation that the booking forms will be sent out at the end of February/early March. If you’re not on the regular mailing list, then use the ‘booking’ link on the left to request one.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-01-12T14:56:34+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/f97877c161860c9505fd4ff6dc97c72b-1.html#unique-entry-id-1http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/f97877c161860c9505fd4ff6dc97c72b-1.html#unique-entry-id-1So, Catherine King has been confirmed as a speaker for this year’s conference. Check the speakers’ page for details.]]>user@domain.comNews2011-01-07T17:55:52+00:00http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/83ecafa161b83dff490fe8f3d1dfb560-0.html#unique-entry-id-0http://www.southernwriters.co.uk/blog/files/83ecafa161b83dff490fe8f3d1dfb560-0.html#unique-entry-id-0Well, I’ve got hold of some new Website design software over here in the PYIT mansion. I’m hoping that this will enable a more sophisticated look and feel for the site.

In the meantime - Happy New Year! Now, we can start saying “this year’s conference”.

Incidentally, we do have a page for links, so if any of you out there want us to add a link to your site, contact us and we can arrange something.]]>