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Join us for a special In-Person LVW Event Saturday, September 12th 2026:
"A New World of Marketing for Writers"
10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury, Vermont
MIDDLEBURY, VT — The League of Vermont Writers will bring writers, publishers, and booksellers together at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater on Saturday, September 12, for “A New World of Marketing for Writers,” a daylong program exploring how authors can find readers in a rapidly changing publishing landscape.
Marketing a book has changed dramatically in recent years. Even authors working with established publishers are increasingly expected to play an active role in building an audience, promoting their work, and helping their books find a life beyond publication. The September program will look at what works now, what has changed, and how writers can approach the business of reaching readers without losing sight of the writing itself.
This special, in-person event features a presentation in the morning by Helen Whybrow, 2025 Vermont Book Award winner for The Salt Stones: Seasons of a Shepherd’s Life.
We'll take a generous break for lunch, book signing and friendship.
Then we'll enjoy a panel discussion on book marketing with Samantha Kolber of Rootstock Publishing, Pat Goudey O’Brien of The Tamarac Press, Barbara Ebling of The Brandon Book Store, and Heather Roberts of the 1825 Literary Agency.
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Recap of past events:
Thursday, July 23, 2026 - LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
After a bit of a computer glitch, the group had a great time listening to a duet reading, a sci-fi parody, several wonderful poems and a "hike up a mountain to a hidden cold cave." You never know what our readers will bring.
If you are interested in reading at the next event, September 17th, please reach out to gailinvermont@outlook.com to sign up.
Each reader will have five to seven minutes to introduce themselves and read their work. The featured author of the evening will have about ten minutes to read. If you are recently published and would like to be a featured writer for this event, please indicate that in your email.
We will create a list of presenters and their order of appearance and send a Zoom link a few days before the event. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
June 25, 2026, LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
For our June book, we're read THE ART OF BREVITY by Grant Faulkner. from 7:00PM–8:30PM ET. A group of six enjoyed the conversation of the pros and cons of the book.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. LVW presents Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
Each reader had five to seven minutes to introduce themselves and read their work. The featured author of the evening Michael Cahlin had about ten minutes to read. With guests, we had about a dozen people for this open mic.
April 23, 2026, LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
For our April book discussion, we read Fear Less: Poetry In Perilous Times by Tracy K. Smith. These virtual zoom events are free and open to anyone who wants to discuss books and writing craft.
[This is a free Zoom Event.] Since 2020, The LVW Virtual Book Group has met virtually in even months. We’re focused on reading and discussing books that focus on creativity, writing craft, and the publishing industry. To join, simply email the League (subject - Book Group) at lvw@leagueofvermontwriters.org and we’ll add you to the email list to receive updates and Zoom links to the discussions
April 11, 2026 LVW held its Annual business meeting and had two speaker's presentations at the new Bridgewater Community Center in Bridgewater, VT.
The day included the election of new officers and board members, pizza lunch with the trimmings, door prizes and book sales.
Joni Cole presented "Why Our Stories Matter Now More Than Ever."
Jennifer Belton presented "Bookstock and a guide to book fair success."
As part of the meeting segment, we reviewed:
March 26, 2026 - LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
Eight people attended and they read a variety of published favorites, recently published, and works in progress.
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February 26, 2026 LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
The book discussed was THE SECRETS OF STORY: Innovative Tools for Perfecting Your Fiction and Captivating Readers by Matt Bird. The first hour was book discussion, and then time was opened up to chat about our progress and current projects.
January 31, 2026 11:00 a.m. LVW presented its Winter Zoom Event “From Page to Playback: Creating an Audiobook That Sounds—and Sells—Like a Pro” with Mary Catherine Jones.
This was an enjoyable and interesting 90-Minute Virtual Workshop with Mary Catherine Jones of "The Audioboook Experience."
January 22, 2026 7:00 p.m.- LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
A group of 7 gathered. Great readings of fiction and poetry.
December 16 at 7:00 p.m. LVW held a special business meeting on Zoom.
See details towards the bottom of this page
December 11, 2025, LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
We discussed Devotion by Patti Smith. It was a great discussion.
November 13, 2025 7:00 p.m. LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
Seven Readers presented to the group. It was a fun and inspirint evening.
November 1, 2025 Saturday, LVW presented its Fall Event "Fall Into Flash!" Online in Zoom.
Grant Faulkner, writer, teacher, producer, podcaster, and author of The Art of Brevity shared his expertise on the art of writing and publishing short prose.
All writers––regardless of preferred genre or word count––will benefit from Grant’s extensive knowledge on both the creative and the business side of writing short.
October 23 2025, LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
The group read NEVER SAY YOU CAN'T SURVIVE by Charlie Jane Anders. The group was a livelyone and many gread writing ideas were discussed.
September 25th, 2025, LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
Eight writers read portions of their work. Louella Bryant, Author of Willie, Rum Running Queen was our Featured Reader.
August 29th, 2025- LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
Shawn Anderson is currently the host of the LVW BOOK GROUP. It meets in even months of the year. The group discussed 1000 Words by Jami Attenberg. They tried something a little different this time around. The first hour was an organized discussion about the book with prompts and then the back half hour they chatted and dove into a more specific topic on our current works in progress and/or publishing adventures—a little check in and accountability session.
August 23, 2025, LVW Summer Event "Into the Words."
We had a grand time at the Grange Hall in Milton, Vermont. The day was split into sections. After a light breakfast nosh, president Alyssa Berthiaume welcomed attendees and laid out the plan for the day. There were two workshop sections, followed by lunch and another workshop time. Then folks split into genre groups and discussed their favorites. Workshops were led by members of the League of Vermont Writers.
We brown-bagged the lunch part and got into some very lively genre discussions. There was a “getting to know you” Bingo ice-breaker with prizes. It was a beautiful day weather-wise and a great day for sharing ideas and learning some new tricks of the trade. Many members set up tables to show off and sell their publications.
July 10, 2025, 7:00 pm- LVW presented Open Mic on Zoom with host Gail Wind
This was a live, Zoom event. We had a record number of folks who attended. We had six readers but 18 extra people in our audience from LVW and even two or three other states who came to support the readers. So, our Zoom screen had 24 individuals!! What a night.
June 12, 2025- LVW Book Group met with host Shawn Anderson.
Shawn Anderson is currently the host of the LVW BOOK GROUP. It meets in even months of the year.
The book for June was Before and after the Book Deal : A Writer's Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book, by Courtney Maum. Shawn says, "This was a well welcomed reread for me, and I picked up new things this time around. It’s a great crash course into the world of the publishing industry, a book I’m sure I’ll come back to time and time again."
If you would like to be added to the coming email list, for book group in August, please send an email the League at lvw@leagueofvermontwriters.org and put “BOOK GROUP” in the subject line. Shawn will get in touch with you!
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Welcome to the League of Vermont Writers
The League is a friendly and down-to-earth community of writers—both emerging and seasoned—from all around the state and beyond.
Founded in 1929, it is the oldest writing organization in Vermont; membership offers an exciting opportunity to meet and collaborate with others who delight in the written word.
LVW is open to all who make writing a part of their lives. We offer support and encouragement, networking opportunities, craft, and professional development. We cover the nuts and bolts without being genre-specific. You don’t need to be published to join. LVW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are fully tax-deductible.
LVW's Mission is to: 
- Help writers develop their skills through workshops;
- Increase communication between writers, agents, and publishers;
- Promote an enduring appreciation for the power of the word; and
- Provide venues for writers to gather, network and share their writing.
For Membership Details, Including Discounted Event Rates
- Click Here to go directly to our Membership Page
LVW Leadership
LVW is member-driven and guided by a 10-member, all volunteer board of directors which is voted on by the general membership at the annual January meeting.
Five directors serve as officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Immediate Past President. The other five serve as at-large directors. View descriptions of these these positions.
December 16, 2025 a special business meeting was held. The 2020-01-20 bylaws were amended as follows:
2020-01-20 Bylaw Language
Section 1-Meetings: "An annual meeting shall be held in January of each year, for the purpose of election of officers and directors-at-large, reports from officers and committees, and other League business. Additional meetings may be called at the discretion of the board of directors."
Approved Amended Bylaw Language
"An annual business meeting shall be held by April 30th of each year, for the purpose of election of officers and directors-at-large, reports from officers and committees, and other League business. Additional business meetings may be called at the discretion of the board of directors."
LVW Board of Directors [Current List HERE]
Our board of directors facilitates decision-making, initiatives, and forward movement that benefit the growth and sustainability of the organization as whole. It holds quarterly meetings, either in-person or via digital means. It conducts business via mail, phone, and email correspondence. The board governs the organization’s general activities based on the 2020-01-20 LVW Bylaws Amended and Approved at the Annual Meeting
At the annual business meeting, members hear reports from the board of directors and various other committees regarding LVW’s progress towards achieving its mission, the status of the organization's financial situation, and goals for the coming year. The members elect officers and directors; and vote on other business items concerning the general membership.
2026 Annual Meeting Minutes can be found HERE
