2009 African
American Read-In
WritersWalk
Call for
Entries
Dallas and regional published authors are invited to submit information regarding their written works for possible publication on the African American Read-In (AARI) Web site, as well as for appearance on stage at the Majestic Theatre, January 31st, in the pre-show WritersWalk segment. Pre-show begins at approximately 1:35 p.m.
Submission does not guarantee publication on the Web site nor appearance on stage; however, all writers are encouraged to apply.
All works are reviewed for appropriateness (according to standards established by the Dallas County Community College District) and will be determined upon that basis of decision. The staged African American Read-In welcomes a multigenerational audience, and is by design a family program.
Deadline for entries: January 22, 2009
Please submit your information in the following format:
Writer's legal name
Published author name (on book), if different
Title of book(s)
Publisher or indicate if self-published
Genre of works (Adult fiction, biography, children, history, etc.)
Author's contact information (for public) Web site, telephone/email address (you choose information for public access)
Contact information for African American Read-In to reach you: Phone numbers, email address, mailing address
Statement about what motivated you to write the book(s)
Statement, in 10 words or less, telling what the ability to read and write has meant in your life.
Any positive press, accolades, awards, etc., (brief excerpts only). We can note, Read more at Web site and link to your site, if existent.
Email cover art of books -- if unavailable, we will scan the cover(s) from the book(s) mailed.
Important: All applying writers must send a copy of your book by January 20th for review.
Please mail to:
AARI Manager
WRITERSWALK
African American Read-In
DCCCD
701 Elm Street, Ste. 700
Dallas, Texas 75202
Selection Notification
You will be notified via email or telephone if your book(s) have been selected for inclusion on the Web site, and if you have been selected for an on-stage appearance at the Majestic Theatre. Due to limited pre-show stage time allotted, all writers whose works appear on the Web site will not necessarily have an opportunity to appear on stage. We apologize, but do hope to promote your works to Dallas and the greater Internet community who frequent the AARI Web site. Apply early and good luck!
Notes to Writers Appearing at the Majestic, January 31, 2009
A limit of 15 writers or less will be selected and appear in this pre-show segment (again, first respondents have best chances of being selected).
A brief cast dress rehearsal on February 1st will be required to get stage cues from the director. Please arrive by 5:30 p.m. The rehearsal will start at 6:00 p.m. and will last no longer than an hour. Rehearsal will be located at the Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street. A light meal will be provided.
Theater entry badges and seating passes for day of show will distributed at this time only.
Dress: Your preference; however, Afrocentric clothing is appropriate and encouraged, if desired. Please be groomed appropriately for an on-stage appearance.
Please bring your book(s) day of show to present to audience.
Seating will be reserved for you in the theater (this area will be indicated at the dress rehearsal).
If you have small promotional items concerning your written works for the audience, these can be stuffed in the bags (we stuff 2,500 but please provide whatever number convenient) if desired. This is not a requirement.
