Take a peek into Chicago’s literary scene this Saturday, November 21, 2015, at the Chicago Book Expo. Stop by Columbia College Chicago located at 1104 S. Wabash between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to meet authors, organizations and other vendors who make up this community. This event is free and everyone is welcome.
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
I’m a Member of the Chicago Writers Association Board of Directors
I am excited about being one of the newest members of the Chicago Writers Association’s Board of Directors. This opportunity was the response to a thought I had put into the Universe about being on the board of directors of a nonprofit organization, preferably a literary one. Lo, and behold, I got an email asking…
Replay: Diversity Discussion with Devin Hughes
Devin C. Hughes and I finally had our diversity discussion on Blab last Wednesday. I wanted to interview him for several reasons. First, we’ve been LinkedIn connections for a while and have been communicating over the years. Second, he wrote an article about diversity that was very enlightening. Diversity is one of his passions and…
Karma is Real: Blessings are Flowing My Way
Lately, I have been SUPER blessed by people who are making my visions bigger than what I share. This let’s me know that I’ve sown seeds into the lives of others and they are coming back my way. As I write this, I am realizing the magnitude of my blessings. I have people I…
Read My Article About Clara’s House in This Week’s Bulletin Newspaper
I was blessed with the opportunity to work with The Independent Bulletin community newspaper. In addition to learning more about this great city of Chicago, I get to meet the community servants and learn about the organizations that are enriching the lives of others. Check out my article about Clara’s House, a shelter serving homeless…
Check out The 18 Most Powerful Women on the South Side
It is a great honor to introduce the 18 Most Powerful Women on the South Side. This is my 2nd year highlighting these fabulous gems, and it is such a joy. Read the stories of these ladies this year and check out the Powerful Women and Powerful Men on the South Side in 2014.
Rescheduled: Diversity Discussion with Devin Hughes on Wednesday, November 4th
My #Diversity Discussion with Devin Hughes has been reschedule for Wednesday, November 4, 2015. Join us on Blab at 6:15 p.m. as we discuss diversity (or the lack thereof) in the workplace and in children’s literature. Hope you join us!
Diversity Discussion with Devin Hughes on Thursday, October 29th
Join me and Devin Hughes on Blab at 6:15 p.m. tomorrow CST, Thursday, October 29, 2015, as we discuss diversity (or the lack thereof) in the workplace and in children’s literature. Our interview was originally scheduled for 30 minutes but because of his interesting background and childhood, it will be up to 60 minutes. To…
Read My Recent Independent Bulletin Articles
It’s been awhile since I shared published articles because I’ve been focusing on completing my 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block and The 7 Habits of Highly Underpaid Freelance Writers books, as well as other things I’m working on. However, here are two of my recent articles from the Independent Bulletin newspaper: Introducing Unlimited…
My Presentation from the Steel Pen Creative Writers’ Conference is on Slideshare
“Build Your Brand & Bottom Line Through Blogging“, my presentation at the Steel Pen Creative Writers’ Conference is now posted on Slideshare. Click on the image above to check it out.