Upcoming 2025 Events
Virtual Zumba Classes. I teach ongoing zumba classes online. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Meets on Wednesdays.
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Jan 14, 2025
Memoir in a Flash. Have you longed to write a memoir? This encouraging class will help you write and organize your stories and show you how to translate your life experiences into a compelling memoir. Learn to embrace the flash (short and very short) writing style while using effective storytelling tools. See amazing examples and explore techniques with writing exercises. Why spend years writing that long daunting memoir when you can write it in a flash? Held virtually on Zoom from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Meets on Tuesdays for 6 weeks. Hosted by Capitola Recreation. For more information or to register, CLICK HERE. Or call: (831) 475-5935.
In-person Writing Classes! Virtual Classes and More!! Are you on my newsletter list? If not, send me a note thru the ‘Contact‘ tab, on the top right. I send a brief newsletter only 3 times a year. Be the first to know about exciting news, classes, free events, and opportunities.
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2024 Events
April 30, 2024
Memoir in a Flash. Why spend years writing that long daunting memoir when you can write it in a flash? Held at Capitola Community Center from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. 6 weeks. Meets on Tuesdays. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-5935.
March 21, 2024
Writing Palooza. Let’s have fun with words. Dive in to explore three genres of writing. Held at Watsonville Public Library. Free One-Day event. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For more info CLICK HERE
March 13, 2024
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction. Held at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. (The event is both live and virtual). I’ll be one of several readers. I’ll read my flash piece. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. To Register for this FREE event: Flash Fiction Forum
Jan 20, 2024
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-5935. Held at Capitola Community Center from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. One Day Only.
Jan 16, 2024
Memoir in a Flash. New offering! Have you longed to write a memoir? This encouraging class will help you write and organize your stories and show you how to translate your life experiences into a compelling memoir. Learn to embrace the flash (short and very short) style of writing while using tools of effective storytelling. See amazing examples and explore techniques with writing exercises. Why spend years writing that long daunting memoir when you can write it in a flash? Held at Capitola Community Center from 11:00 am to 12 pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Tuesdays. For more information or to register, CLICK HERE. Or call: (831) 475-5935.
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2023 Events
Dec 28, 2023
Goal Setting for Writers. Set meaningful writing goals in 2024. Learn how to be intentional and purposeful to reach your goals. Join me for a brief LIVE facebook gathering for tips, encouragement, and a toast to what we learned in 2023. Go to my facebook page: Creative Breath for Writers Click on ‘Events‘ to view the recording.
Sept 30, 2023
Submission Party for Poets and Writers. Held virtually on zoom. Hosted by Capitola Recreation. One Day only. 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.
Sept 12, 2023
Short Fiction Bootcamp. Held at Capitola Community Center from 11:00 am to 12 pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Tuesdays.
June 10, 2023
Writing Palooza. Let’s have fun with words. Dive in to explore three genres of writing. Held at Capitola Community Center. One Day only. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. For more info and to register CLICK HERE (Scroll down to Adult Classes – then scroll to Writing Palooza) or call (831) 475-5935.
May 20, 2023
Writer’s Retreat. Come to discover writing techniques and tips, gain inspiration, and learn self-care practices. Held at Capitola Community Center. One Day only. 10:00 am to 1:30 am. For more info and to register CLICK HERE (Scroll down to Adult Classes – then scroll to Writer’s Retreat) or call (831) 475-5935.
April 27, 2023
Facebook Live – More Literary Journals Seeking Submissions. Join the live presentation of 3 lit journals currently seeking flash fiction, nonfiction, poems, and short stories. 12:30 pm PT. For more info and to check out the facebook page, go to: Creative Breath for Writers Click on ‘Events‘ to view the recording.
Feb 9, 2023
Facebook Live – Literary Journals Seeking Submissions. 11:00 am PT. I’ll present 3 literary journals currently seeking flash fiction, nonfiction, poems, and short stories. Check out the facebook page: Creative Breath for Writers Or to view the recording, Click Here.
2022 Events
Dec 14, 2022
Porter Gulch Review Release Party. Don’t miss the Porter Gulch Review 2022 launch party with live readings from the authors! 6 pm to 8 pm PDT at Cabrillo College. Artshow of the works included in the issue. I’ll be reading my poem published in the 2022 print anthology.
July 21, 2022
Writing Palooza. Let’s have fun with words. Dive in to explore three genres of writing. Part of “Try It” Week held at Capitola Community Center. One Day only. 10:30 am to 11:30 am. For more info and to register CLICK HERE (Scroll down to Adult Classes – *New* Try It Week) or call (831) 475-5935.
July 9, 2022
Art and Writing Workshops. Pajaro Valley Arts (PVA) will convene a one-day conference utilizing the cultural and religious icon of Our Lady of Guadalupe as a focal point to explore a variety of themes through readings, discussions, and art and writing workshops. I’ll provide a brief presentation at 10:00 am on how to find inspiration and collect ideas. Free. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more info or to register: PAJAROVALLEYARTS.EVENTBRITE.COM.
July 5, 2022
New! Write Your First Book. In collaboration with light leader Danielle Bryan, we are presenting a book writing experience to bring you the tools, knowledge, and embodiment practices needed to write the book you’ve been dreaming of writing. If you are ready to write and self-publish an impactful mini book, of about 100 pages, click here: Registration Details. It’s time to rouse the words in your heart onto the page. Write a transformational book that brings hope, healing, and inspiration to others. If you’re ready to share your gifts and wisdom with your community and the world, register for this incredible mini book writing experience! By Christmas you’ll have your book in hand!!? The four month journey begins July 5th.
May 28, 2022
Caesura Book Release Party. Don’t miss the Cæsura 2021 launch party with live readings from the authors! 1 pm to 3 pm PDT on Zoom. For more information and to register for the zoom link: Click Here. I’ll be reading my flash fiction and flash memoir, which were published in the 2021 print anthology.
April 19, 2022 to May 17, 2022
2021 Events
Dec 3, 2021
Oct 2, 2021
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-5935. Held at Capitola Community Center from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. One Day Only.
Begins Sept 21, 2021
Self Publishing Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-5935. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. 4 weeks. Meets on Tuesdays.
Aug 11, 2021
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction. Usually held at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. (This time the event will be virtual). I’ll be one of several readers. I’ll read my new flash fiction piece. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. To Register for this FREE Eventbrite event: Flash Fiction Forum
Feb 9, 2021
I participated in the Published Authors Reading for the Central Coast Writers Branch of the California Writers Club. I read an excerpt from my romance novel, The Doctor’s Dilemma. Virtual on Zoom. 6:00 p.m.
2020 Events
Oct 13, 2020
Caesura Book Release Party. Don’t miss the Cæsura 2020 launch party with live readings from the authors! 7pm PDT on Zoom. For more information and the zoom link CLICK HERE. I’ll be reading my Haiku, which will be published in the 2020 anthology.
Sept 30, 2020
Short Short Fiction Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Capitola Recreation. 5 LIVE Online Meetings. Meets on Wednesdays.
Sept 2, 2020
Virtual Zumba Classes. I’ll begin teaching zumba classes online. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Meets on Wednesdays.
Aug 12, 2020
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. (This time the event will be virtual with a viewing of artworks during the intermission). I’ll be one of several writers reading a new flash fiction piece for this fun event. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. For more information: Flash Fiction Forum
June 10, 2020 to July 1, 2020
Flash Fiction Bootcamp. For more information or to register call (831) 420-5270 Or go to: CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Santa Cruz Recreation. 4 LIVE Online Meetings. Meets on Wednesdays at 5:00pm to 6:30pm. POSTPONED FOR CORONAVIRUS!
May 11, 2020 to May 25, 2020
Sustain Your Creative Writing Habit. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Capitola Recreation. 5 LIVE Online Meetings. Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Apr 13, 2020 to Apr 27, 2020
Personal Writing in the time of COVID-19. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Class offered on Zoom. Capitola Recreation. 5 LIVE Online Meetings. Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Apr 8, 2020 to May 6, 2020
Write Non-Fiction Like a Pro. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Wednesdays. POSTPONED FOR CORONAVIRUS!
Mar 2, 2020 to Mar 23, 2020
Self Publishing Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 10:00 am – 11:30 am. 4 weeks. Meets on Mondays.
Jan 8, 2020 to Feb 5, 2020
Novel Writing Breakthrough. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Wednesdays.
2019 Events
September 7, 2019
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. One Day Only.
2018 Events
Oct 23, 2018 to Oct 30, 2018
Novel Writing Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Tuesdays.
Oct 20, 2018
Indie Author Day. Monterey Public Library is hosting its 2nd annual Indie Author Day and I’m a workshop presenter! The free event includes panels, workshops and classes covering various aspects of writing. Check out the details and download the flyer! For more information CLICK HERE. Or check out Monterey Public Library’s Facebook event page.
October 16, 2018
Booktoberfest. The Central Coast Writers of Pacific Grove, CA hold this annual gathering to highlight authors whom had works published within the last three years. The event includes a member’s book display, book sale, and signings. It’s also a writerly networking event for all members and guests.
Sep 5, 2018 to Oct 3, 2018
Short Short Fiction Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Wednesdays.
July 15, 2018
Page Turners Book Fest. The public is invited to this free event at the Monterey Elks Lodge from 1:00 pm – 5:00. Proceeds to benefit the Food Bank at Veterans Transition Center at Fort Ord in Monterey. For more information CLICK HERE.
May 12, 2018
What Method of Publishing is Right for You. Attend my free workshop. For more information CLICK HERE. Held at Monterey Public Library from 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm.
Apr 16, 2018 to May 14, 2018
How to Write the Book of Your Heart. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call: (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Mondays.
Feb 28, 2018 to Mar 28, 2018
In Praise of Poetry. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Wednesdays.
Jan 8, 2018 to Feb 5, 2018
Sustain Your Creative Writing Habit. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Mondays.
January 20, 2018
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 9:30am – 2:30pm. One Day Only.
2017 Events
Oct 30 to Nov 20, 2017
How to Write a How-To Book. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Or call : (831) 475-6115. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 4 weeks. Meets on Mondays.
October 17, 2017
Booktoberfest. The Central Coast Writers of Pacific Grove, CA hold this annual gathering to highlight authors whom had works published within the last 12 months. It’s also a writerly networking event for all members and guests.
Oct 7, 2017
Indie Author Day. Monterey Public Library is participating in its first Indie Author Day and I’m a panelist! The free event includes seminars, workshops and classes over various aspects of writing. Check out the details and download the flyer! For more information CLICK HERE. Or check out Monterey Public Library’s Facebook event page.
Sep 11 to Oct 9, 2017
Kickstart Your Creative Writing Habit. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 5 weeks. Meets on Mondays.
May 10, 2017 to May 31, 2017
Flash Fiction Writing Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 4 weeks. Meets on Weds.
Apr 12 to May 3, 2017
Creative Non-Fiction: Writing That Matters. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 1:30pm to 3:00pm. 4 weeks. Meets on Weds.
Mar 15, 2017 to Apr 5, 2017
Flash Fiction Writing Bootcamp. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 5:30pm to 7pm. 4 weeks. Meets on Weds.
March 7, 2017
Social Media For Authors And Poets. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Capitola Community Center from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. One Day Only.
2015 Events
Fri, Nov 6, 2015
Soul Sophistication Open Mic in Ramstein, Germany. I’ll be brave and read one of my poems. 9pm.
Wed, Apr 22, 2015
You’re Invited to attend the book launch of the anthology (AFTER)life: Poems and Stories of the Dead The celebration starts at 6pm at Village House of Books in Los Gatos, CA. Join us for readings, wine, and booksigning.
Sat, Apr 18, 2015
Social Media For Authors And Poets. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. One Day Only.
Mon, Apr 13, 2015
I’m participating in the Published Authors Panel for the Southbay Branch of the California Writers Club. Dinner starts at 6pm, with meeting at 7pm. Harry’s Hofbrau in San Jose.
Sun, Apr 12, 2015
San Jose Poetry Festival. I’ll participate as a small press panelist representing Purple Passion Press. CLICK HERE fmi.
Sat, Mar 28, 2015
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation from 9:00am – 2:00pm. One Day Only.
Sat, Feb 7, 2015
Social Media For Authors And Poets. For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. One Day Only.
Sat, Jan 24, 2015
How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For more information or to register CLICK HERE. Held at Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation from 9:00am – 2:00pm. One Day Only.
2014 Events
Dec 6
I had the pleasure and honor of participating in the annual Los Gatos Christmas Parade with the Village House of Books!
Nov 29
Indie’s First Day at Village House of Books. I’ll be volunteering at my local indie bookstore in this first annual statewide event.
Oct 1
Victoria M. Johnson will be the special guest of the Saratoga Public Library‘s popular Author Series. Event hosted by the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries. 10am – 11:00am. The event is free and open to the public. Click on this link, then click on “Events” in the left sidebar.
Sept 20
I’m giving my popular Workshop titled: How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation. One Day Only 9:00am – 2:00pm. For more information or to Register Online go to: Workshop Details Today!
Aug 23
Los Gatos Literary Fair, a free event featuring 25 local authors and publishers! From 12p-3pm I’ll look forward to meeting readers and I get 5 minutes to read from my novel. The event takes place on the Civic Center Lawn in front of the Los Gatos library. For more info, here’s the link: Los Gatos Library
June 3
The book release event of the long-awaited anthology, “Song of Los Gatos/ Poems of the Gem City” is on Tuesday night, June 3rd, 6:00 pm at the Los Gatos Council Chambers (next to the library). Readers include Laureates, Sally Ashton, Erica Goss, Jennifer Swanton Brown and Bay Area poets. I’ll read one of my two poems that are in the anthology.
May 3
I’m participatng in the California Bookstore Day celebration at Village House of Books in Los Gatos. The all-day event, from 10:00am to 6:00pm, includes several fabulous authors including: Jana McBurney-Lin, Erica Goss, Steve Sporleder, Jasmine Haynes, and Shelley Adina. I’ll be signing and mingling from 1:00 to 3:00pm. Hope you’ll stop by.
Apr 10
I’m participating in a celebration of National Poetry Month with a marathon reading of the epic Anglo-Saxon poem “Beowulf”. Sponsored by the Friends of the Los Gatos Library, readers included the Poet Laureate, the Friends, and other town luminaries. Click here to see the video!
March 29
I’m giving a New Workshop titled: How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation. One Day Only 9:00am – 2:00pm For more information or to Register Online Today: http://ow.ly/upbJL
March 8
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. I’ll be one of several writers reading a new flash fiction piece for this fun event. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. For more information: Flash Fiction Forum
January 25
I’m giving a New Workshop titled: How To Write Your Novel In Two Weeks! For Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation. One Day Only 9:00am – 2:00pm For more information or to Register Online Today: http://ow.ly/se22e
January 8
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction writers reading their work at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. My latest flash piece was accepted and I’ll be one of the readers for this fun event. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. For more information: Flash Fiction Forum
2013 Events
April 25
In celebration of National Poetry Month, I’ll be joining other poets at a Poetry Los Gatos event and Open Mic reading. I’ll read my original poem at the Great Bear Coffee.
May 8
I’ll be speaking on a panel: “Want to Know About Publishing”
Ask the people who have been there, done that. A panel of published authors — Marjorie Bicknell Johnson, Victoria M. Johnson, Sherri Johnson, Nader Khaghani, Elena Martina, and Jana Mc Birney-Lin — will answer all your publishing questions at the California Writers Club South Bay Writers meeting at Harry’s Hofbrau Restaurant in San Jose.
For more info: http://www.southbaywriters.com
June 4
I’m the guest author for the Creative Writing Club at De Anza College in Cupertino. I’ll share my writing experiences, give tips and answer student’s questions.
June 26
I’m participating in the Red Wheelbarrow anthology launch party & reading. I’ll be reading one of my two poems published in the 2013 Student Edition.
July 11
I’m speaking at The Foundation Center in San Francisco. My workshop is titled: “Nine Ways to Reinvigorate Your Grant Writing Program”
For more info, here’s the link:
July 20
Please join Galeria Arte and Los Gatos Poets Laureates to celebrate the life of Frida Kahlo with poetry, music, sangria and great company. Frida look alike contest. Light refreshments. I’ll be reading my original poem honoring Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Galeria Arte, 50 North Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, CA 408-395-0403 Event 5pm – 8pm.
July 25
I’ll give a presentation titled: “Improving Your Grant Program” for AFP Silicon Valley Master’s Program in Cupertino at 11:30 – 1:00 pm.
August 14
Flash Fiction Forum, an event featuring flash fiction writers reading their work at WORKS gallery in downtown San Jose. My flash piece was accepted and I’ll be one of the readers for this inaugural event. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. For more information: Flash Fiction Forum
August 26
I participated in a poetry reading at the Sacramento Poetry Center. Special guests were Erica Goss and Parthenia M. Hicks.
Sept 21
100 Authors for Literacy 10am – 4pm Martin Luther King Center, San Mateo, Ca. I’m participating in this massive author event and signing to benefit the Martin Luther King Essay and Poetry Contest. For more info, here’s the link: 100 Authors for Literacy
Oct 9
I’m speaking about Crafting Voice and Theme for the California Writers Club, South Bay Chapter. More info click here.
Oct 24
I’m one of the featured authors at the Grand Opening celebration for the Village House of Books in Los Gatos. I’m reading and signing with two romance authors, Elisabeth Barrett and Jennifer Ryan on Thursday night at 7 pm.
Dec 3
Local Author Day 11:30am – 1:30pm Los Gatos Library, Los Gatos, Ca. I’m participating in this 1st Annual author event and signing along with several other authors. For more info, here’s the link:
2012 Events
February 14
On Valentine’s Day, I’ll be speaking on a panel: “Labor of Love”
Are any of us making any money writing books? That’s what five published authors — former Mercury News restaurant critic Sheila Himmel and SBW members Robert Balmanno, Betty Auchard, Victoria M. Johnson, and Marjorie Johnson — will discuss at the South Bay Writers meeting February 14 at the Lookout Restaurant in Sunnyvale.
For more info: http://www.southbaywriters.com
April 1
AFP 2012 International Conference on Fundraising in Vancouver, BC, Canada, April 1. My workshop is titled: Nine Ways to Reinvigorate Your Grant Writing Program.
April 5
In celebration of National Poetry Month, I’ll be joining other poets at a Photography Ekphrasis event. Exposures: Los Gatos Poets Respond to the Art of Photography. I’ll read my original poem at the Los Gatos Town Council Chambers.
July 14
I’ll be speaking on a panel at the ThrillerFest VII held July 11-14 in New York.
October 16
I’m on a panel at the Los Gatos Public Library along with poets laureate Sally Ashton and Parthenia M. Hicks, and authors Peggy Conaway, and Steve Sporleder.
December 6
I’ll be reading my poem at The Euphrat Museum of Art in Cupertino. Several artists, musicians and poets will be participating. Should be a fun and interesting evening.
