Annual, Weekly and On-Going Socials
Weekly Saturday Socials With HWG
Join us on Saturday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:00 am (CST) via Zoom for a time of networking and connecting to other writers.
Conversations about current work in progress, publishing, troubleshooting issues, plus sharing news and opportunities with one
another take place during this time as we meet up in virtual space for coffee. To access the meeting, click the following button for the Zoom meeting information.
The Marketing Mastermind
A monthly members-only meeting for published and unpublished writers who want to learn, work on, and collaborate with other writers on marketing their work and themselves as authors. The format of the meeting includes a discussion/presentation on a specific marketing topic either by Ronel, a guest speaker, or a member, followed by a Q&A, and finally one marketing/promotional action taken by each member before the meeting ends. The meetings are from 5:30pm CST to 7:00pm CST every second Thursday of the month. To join the group, please click the link below.
Upcoming Houston Writers Guild Events
AuthorPalooza Extravaganza Conference
Cancelled
While we wish we didn't have to make this announcement, due to circumstances beyond our control, we had to cancel this year’s conference.
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Those who already purchased tickets should have already received a full refund. If you have any issues or concerns regarding this matter, please contact our Chief Financial Officer, Alicia Richardson.
Otherwise, we hope to update you soon as to some new opportunities we're hoping to get scheduled!
Thank you for your understanding!
Writing Coach and Developmental Editor, Max Regan, offers ongoing workshops and programs for writers of all genres.​​
For more information and to register for any of the classes or events listed:
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Please email hollowdeckpress@mac.com and let us know exactly which class(es) you are registering for, then you can send in your tuition.
To pay tuition for any of the classes or events listed:
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Venmo:
* Note: If you choose to pay electronically, Venmo is the least glitchy​
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PayPal:
*Note: Please insert the correct address, as PayPal only allows you to pay my business, Hollowdeck Press. If you simply try to pay “Max Regan” on PayPal, the payment will not reach me.​
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Zelle:
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Use this email address: maxregan@mac.com
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Check:
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Checks can be made out to Max Regan. Please just drop me an email, and I will send you the mailing address.
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Payment plans are always available!
Upcoming sessions offered by Max Regan:
February 10-Day Bootcamp
Date: February 1, 2025 – February 10, 2025
Time: Daily
Tuition: $240
Taught by Max Regan via Email
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The Bootcamp is an easy, email-based class for folks who want to generate some creative text and get a little support and feedback along the way. The daily craft notes in the Feb class support writers in both generating NEW texts as well as editing and revising older texts. We welcome drafts in ANY genre you choose!
SP'25 11-Week Beyond Bootcamp Class
Date: February 10, 2025 – April 27, 2025
Time: Weekly
Tuition: $290
Taught by Max Regan via Email
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For writers who want to build a weekly writing practice with some inspiration, structure and accountability, then this might be the class for you! The Beyond Bootcamp Class moves from a focus on daily writing goals to weekly writing goals.
First Sunday of the Month Salon Reading
Date: First Sunday Monthly, Starting February 2, 2025
Time: 5:00–6:30 pm Mountain Time
Tuition: FREE
Taught by Max Regan via Zoom
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Join us for a reading and feedback session on Work-In-Progress by writers in our community! Bring short 5-minute writing pieces to share and receive feedback from Max as well as the other authors in the room.
Weekend Writing Craft Class: Genre Jumping 101
Date: March 1, 2025 – March 2, 2025
Time: TBA
Tuition: TBA
Taught by Max Regan via Zom
Workshops by Max Regan
See other courses that are added to the Class Schedule at https://www.hollowdeckpress.com.
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