February 15 & 16, 2008
13th Annual South Coast Writers Conference in Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
The South Coast Writers Conference brings together some of the Northwest's best
writers and others to guide you in an exploration and celebration of the many facets of
writing in a variety of genres. We hope the conference will be inspirational and
educational for all participants, whether writing is a hobby or a career.
For registration information visit: South Coast Writers Conference
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February 15, 2008
Authors’ Night - 7pm to 10pm
Curry County Showcase, Curry County Fairgrounds
29392 Ellensburg Avenue, Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
Join the Gold Beach community in this exciting and uplifting evening. Author Larry
Brooks will give the keynote presentation on Tales from the (Low) Mid-List: funny, hair-
raising and even inspirational anecdotes after four books worth of signings, bookstore
drop-ins, book club appearances, and yes, even keynotes. Following his talk will be
readings by the other conference presenters, including Jayel Gibson, as well as a
chance for book buying and signing. Free and open to the public, this presentation is
held at the Curry Showcase at the on the Curry County Fairgrounds.
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Sci-Fi Talk Radio
With Tony Tellado
2:00 P.M. PST/5:00 P.M. EST
Sci-Fi Talk Radio: Bringing you the latest sci-fi and fantasy entertainment since 1994.
Tony Tellado interviews Jayel Gibson on Quondam, the Ancient Mirrors Tales, and the
role of women in fantasy and gaming.
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Mommy's Getaway
With Tamara Pruessner
11:00 A.M.. PST/2:00 P.M. EST
Mommy's Getaway: From authors to crafts, to getting your WAHM products into major
markets and the stuff that makes us moms.
Tamara Pruessner interviews fantasy author Jayel Gibson.
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
The Dork Forest
With Jackie Kashian and Joe Wilson
3:30 P.M.. PST/6:30 P.M. EST
The Dork Forest: Discussing favorite obsessions with the obsessed. Video games,
Comic Books, Birdwatching. How deep in the Dork Forest are you?
Jackie and Joe chat with fantasy author and video gamer, Jayel Gibson.
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
Video Games & Gaming
With Stephanie Haile
8:00 P.M.. PST/11:00 P.M. EST
Video Games & Gaming: How Tos, Video Games and The Family, Tips and Tricks,
Newbie Night and much more
Stephanie Haile interviews fantasy author and video game expert, Jayel Gibson.
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Saturday, April 12, 2008
The Adirondack Book House
With Pete Klein
3:30 P.M.. PST/6:30 P.M. EST
The Adirondack Book House: Book reviews, fact, fiction, poetry. Plus talk and
comment.
Pete Klein interviews fantasy author Jayel Gibson.
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May 2 - 4, 2008
Power Surge: Recharge Your Mind: A Mensa Regional Gathering
Red Lion at the Quay, Vancouver, WA
Saturday, May 3rd: 5:00 - 6:30 P.M.
Technology in the 21st Century Classroom
Inter-classroom student debates and panel discussions, PowerPoint(tm) presentations
and mobile digital storytelling, with current technology the possibilities in our 21st
century classrooms are endless. More and more schools are being retrofitted to make
technology accessible to students. Discover how technology is helping today’s
students become tomorrow’s innovators in this 60 minute overview presented by award
winning author and educatior, Jayel Gibson.
Sunday, May 4th: 9:00 - 10:30 A.M.
The Brain Game: Video Games and Education
Video games. While they may seem like the bane of every parent's existence, they
don't have to be—many of them offer unique learning features. And with increased
requirements in schools placing unprecedented demands on children and parents, it
may be time to start thinking about video games as teaching tools. The learning
component of gaming can be optimized with parent involvement. That means
understanding what makes a game both fun and educational. Get the game scoop in
this engaging presentation by award winning fantasy author and video gaming in
education expert, Jayel Gibson.
Sponsored by Oregon Mensa
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May 10, 2008
Book Signing
Gold Beach Books - Gold Beach, OR,
Drop by 29707 Ellensburg Ave. in beautiful Gold Beach, Oregon for fun and freebies.
Chat with Jayel and pick up your autographed copy of the newest Ancient Mirrors
release: Quondam.
* * *
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Help! My Teenager is an Alien.
With Sarah Newton
10:30 A.M.. PST/1:30 P.M. EST
Help! My Teenager is an Alien: Bestselling author Sarah Newton brings parents
everyday solutions to everyday problems. Tips, tools and strategies for a healthy and
enjoyable relationship with your teenager.
Sarah Newton interviews fantasy author and video game expert, Jayel Gibson.
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May 29 - June 1, 2008
BookExpo America
Los Angeles Convention Center - Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Book Signing dates, times and location:
Friday, May 30 from 2-2:30 P.M. - Damselflies
Saturday, May 31 from 10-10:30 A.M. - Quondam
At the Midpoint Trade Books Pavilion
BookExpo America combines the largest selection of English language titles on the
planet with special industry and author events and unparalled educational content to
create a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing and relationship building.
For ticket information visit: BookExpo America
Photos of 2007's book signing events at BookExpo.
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June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27,October 25, 2008
Writers' Workshop Series, Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
Saturdays - 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Have an idea for a novel or a collection of stories for an anthology? Go from
brainstorm to book in this non-genre specific five part, thirty hour workshop series.
Based on current fiction trends and designed to walk writers through the process of
novel creation, this series of workshops taught by award winning author Jayel Gibson
is just right for the budding writer. From the initial story idea and character
development to writing publisher queries and planning publicity and marketing
strategies, these workshops will help you set your story free.
For registration information contact: Southwestern Oregon Community College
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November 8 - 9, 2008
Wordstock at the Convention Center in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.
…offering readings from some of the finest authors in the country, a two day book fair
with hundreds of exhibitors and authors, workshops, writing contests, a full slate of
children's activities and more!
For ticket information visit: Wordstock
* * *
November 21 - 23, 2008
OryCon 30 at the Marriott Waterfront in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.
Oregon's premier science fiction convention!
For ticket information visit: OryCon 30
13th Annual South Coast Writers Conference in Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
The South Coast Writers Conference brings together some of the Northwest's best
writers and others to guide you in an exploration and celebration of the many facets of
writing in a variety of genres. We hope the conference will be inspirational and
educational for all participants, whether writing is a hobby or a career.
For registration information visit: South Coast Writers Conference
* * *
February 15, 2008
Authors’ Night - 7pm to 10pm
Curry County Showcase, Curry County Fairgrounds
29392 Ellensburg Avenue, Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
Join the Gold Beach community in this exciting and uplifting evening. Author Larry
Brooks will give the keynote presentation on Tales from the (Low) Mid-List: funny, hair-
raising and even inspirational anecdotes after four books worth of signings, bookstore
drop-ins, book club appearances, and yes, even keynotes. Following his talk will be
readings by the other conference presenters, including Jayel Gibson, as well as a
chance for book buying and signing. Free and open to the public, this presentation is
held at the Curry Showcase at the on the Curry County Fairgrounds.
* * *
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Sci-Fi Talk Radio
With Tony Tellado
2:00 P.M. PST/5:00 P.M. EST
Sci-Fi Talk Radio: Bringing you the latest sci-fi and fantasy entertainment since 1994.
Tony Tellado interviews Jayel Gibson on Quondam, the Ancient Mirrors Tales, and the
role of women in fantasy and gaming.
* * *
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Mommy's Getaway
With Tamara Pruessner
11:00 A.M.. PST/2:00 P.M. EST
Mommy's Getaway: From authors to crafts, to getting your WAHM products into major
markets and the stuff that makes us moms.
Tamara Pruessner interviews fantasy author Jayel Gibson.
* * *
Thursday, April 10, 2008
The Dork Forest
With Jackie Kashian and Joe Wilson
3:30 P.M.. PST/6:30 P.M. EST
The Dork Forest: Discussing favorite obsessions with the obsessed. Video games,
Comic Books, Birdwatching. How deep in the Dork Forest are you?
Jackie and Joe chat with fantasy author and video gamer, Jayel Gibson.
* * *
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Video Games & Gaming
With Stephanie Haile
8:00 P.M.. PST/11:00 P.M. EST
Video Games & Gaming: How Tos, Video Games and The Family, Tips and Tricks,
Newbie Night and much more
Stephanie Haile interviews fantasy author and video game expert, Jayel Gibson.
* * *
Saturday, April 12, 2008
The Adirondack Book House
With Pete Klein
3:30 P.M.. PST/6:30 P.M. EST
The Adirondack Book House: Book reviews, fact, fiction, poetry. Plus talk and
comment.
Pete Klein interviews fantasy author Jayel Gibson.
* * *
May 2 - 4, 2008
Power Surge: Recharge Your Mind: A Mensa Regional Gathering
Red Lion at the Quay, Vancouver, WA
Saturday, May 3rd: 5:00 - 6:30 P.M.
Technology in the 21st Century Classroom
Inter-classroom student debates and panel discussions, PowerPoint(tm) presentations
and mobile digital storytelling, with current technology the possibilities in our 21st
century classrooms are endless. More and more schools are being retrofitted to make
technology accessible to students. Discover how technology is helping today’s
students become tomorrow’s innovators in this 60 minute overview presented by award
winning author and educatior, Jayel Gibson.
Sunday, May 4th: 9:00 - 10:30 A.M.
The Brain Game: Video Games and Education
Video games. While they may seem like the bane of every parent's existence, they
don't have to be—many of them offer unique learning features. And with increased
requirements in schools placing unprecedented demands on children and parents, it
may be time to start thinking about video games as teaching tools. The learning
component of gaming can be optimized with parent involvement. That means
understanding what makes a game both fun and educational. Get the game scoop in
this engaging presentation by award winning fantasy author and video gaming in
education expert, Jayel Gibson.
Sponsored by Oregon Mensa
* * *
May 10, 2008
Book Signing
Gold Beach Books - Gold Beach, OR,
Drop by 29707 Ellensburg Ave. in beautiful Gold Beach, Oregon for fun and freebies.
Chat with Jayel and pick up your autographed copy of the newest Ancient Mirrors
release: Quondam.
* * *
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Help! My Teenager is an Alien.
With Sarah Newton
10:30 A.M.. PST/1:30 P.M. EST
Help! My Teenager is an Alien: Bestselling author Sarah Newton brings parents
everyday solutions to everyday problems. Tips, tools and strategies for a healthy and
enjoyable relationship with your teenager.
Sarah Newton interviews fantasy author and video game expert, Jayel Gibson.
* * *
May 29 - June 1, 2008
BookExpo America
Los Angeles Convention Center - Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Book Signing dates, times and location:
Friday, May 30 from 2-2:30 P.M. - Damselflies
Saturday, May 31 from 10-10:30 A.M. - Quondam
At the Midpoint Trade Books Pavilion
BookExpo America combines the largest selection of English language titles on the
planet with special industry and author events and unparalled educational content to
create a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing and relationship building.
For ticket information visit: BookExpo America
Photos of 2007's book signing events at BookExpo.
* * *
June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27,October 25, 2008
Writers' Workshop Series, Gold Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.
Saturdays - 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Have an idea for a novel or a collection of stories for an anthology? Go from
brainstorm to book in this non-genre specific five part, thirty hour workshop series.
Based on current fiction trends and designed to walk writers through the process of
novel creation, this series of workshops taught by award winning author Jayel Gibson
is just right for the budding writer. From the initial story idea and character
development to writing publisher queries and planning publicity and marketing
strategies, these workshops will help you set your story free.
For registration information contact: Southwestern Oregon Community College
* * *
November 8 - 9, 2008
Wordstock at the Convention Center in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.
…offering readings from some of the finest authors in the country, a two day book fair
with hundreds of exhibitors and authors, workshops, writing contests, a full slate of
children's activities and more!
For ticket information visit: Wordstock
* * *
November 21 - 23, 2008
OryCon 30 at the Marriott Waterfront in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.
Oregon's premier science fiction convention!
For ticket information visit: OryCon 30
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