Don’t miss the August edition of the e-Columnist, which includes; — President Ben Pollock goes to WordCamp — Dave Lieber wants to know, “What’s your best column?” — New feature — Columnists Tip Sheet. All members are encouraged to participate in the sharing of information and ideas. — New books, awards and other news about…
In the July Newsletter
Be sure to open an email with July e-Columnist in the subject line. It’s the annual conference issue of the newsletter, and it’s full of articles and photos from the “Rebound in Motown” conference in Detroit. — Suzette Martinez Standring writes a general wrapup, which contains a list of ideas that will help you be…
In the June Newsletter
Two of our regular newsletter contributors, Ben Pollock and Dave Lieber, have been members of the NSNC for 20 years. They offer observations about the past, present and future of our organization. What Are You Writing? Some examples from three of the 2011 column writing contest finalists. Conference Chair Brian O’Connor updates the schedule for…
In the May Newsletter
This year’s Will Rogers Humanitarian Award winner won’t have to go far to accept the award. She’s one of Detroit’s own. President Ben Pollock’s monthly contribution makes you want to say, “hmmm.” Suzette Standring has an interesting essay on “Writing to Heal.” Lots of news about your fellow members of the NSNC … and much…
In the April newsletter
Another name has been added to the list of columnists being honored at the 35th annual NSNC Conference, and it’s a familiar name to those who have attended past conferences … or read his columns … or his books. Conference Chair Brian O’Connor is still adding more reasons to register for the big to-do in…
In the March Newsletter
Emails from NSNC are important, including the monthly newsletter. In the March issue of the e-Columnist you’ll find: – Reasons why you should register now for the 2011 Conference in Detroit, June 23-26. – Program details from Conference Chair Brian O’Connor. – News about columnists being honored at the conference. – Some observations about “farewell columns” by…
The Power of Words
If you ever wondered about the power of a few words, consider this item by columnist Al Kamen, who writes “In the Loop” for The Fed Page of the Washington Post: “The spectacular political collapse of Japan’s Yukio Hatoyama was already well in motion in mid-April when we added a tiny push by writing, after…
In the February Newsletter
In your email mail box: The February issue of the e-Columnist contains: – President Ben Pollock opines on opinions, and the reluctance of many columnists to express them, to take stances. – Dave Lieber’s “you, the columnist” is about a black writer whose picture at the top of his column draws vicious hate mail, mostly…
In the January Newsletter
New Year’s resolutions? Again? Oh, come on. Well, President Ben Pollock does have a way of making a worn-out device fresh and amusing, as well as good advice. Also some tips on the business side of writing … a “Membership Bonus” for all members. And a variety of happenings in the World’s Longest Column About…
In the December Newsletter
Some holiday time gifts: no dues increase and a super, thoroughly-researched “Guide to Publishing Your e-Book” by Dave Lieber. Conference 2011 announcement: June 23-26 at the Westin Book-Cadillac in Detroit. President Ben Pollock tells why essayists and storytellers (i.e. both columnists) are necessary. News about the Bruce Cameron-Cathryn Michon wedding and other notable achievements by…
In the November Newsletter
President Ben Pollock explores the various aspects of certification and the values of being a member in good standing of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Past President Suzette Martinez Standring writes about “Milking the Writing Cow.” You’ll also see what some of your colleagues are writing about and what others are doing to advance…
In the October Newsletter
NSNC’s monthly newsletter is written by, for and about columnists. In the October edition of the e-Columnist, distributed to members by email on the first of the month: President Ben Pollock gives a lesson on creating humor … In “you, the columnist” Dave Lieber shows how to “Tune Up Your Creativity Chamber” … Membership Chair…
In The September Newsletter
NSNC’s monthly newsletter is written by, for and about columnists. In the September edition of the e-Columnist, distributed to members by email on the first of the month: — President Ben Pollock describes a Facebook experience which points up sharp divisions of opinion about the emerging role of social media in modern journalism … —…
Venerable DC Book Store On the Market
Book stores are biting the dust all over the country, with the dominance of chains, the convenience of Internet purchasing and the growing popularity of e-books. Whether a venerable book shop in Washington, D.C. can hang onto lifeafter more than a quarter century remains to be seen. Politics and Prose, a book tour stop for…
Columnist Helen Thomas Resigns Under Fire for Anti-Semitic Remarks
Veteran reporter and White House legend, Helen Thomas, resigned today under fire for her controversial remarks about Israel. She was a syndicated opinion columnist for Hearst Corporation and at 89 the longest-serving White House journalist. Read more at CNN. —
Writers Advice: Create an Accountability Pool
By Marcia Meier Most writers I know struggle with finding the time, and energy, to complete their writing projects. Many of us hold day jobs or have busy family lives that interfere with quality writing time. One thing I learned from nearly 20 years in the newspaper business is the value of a deadline. There’s…