The Future of Write Now Columbus
Nita here, cutting to the chase.
After twenty years publishing Write Now Columbus, it’s time for me to step down and for a new publisher to step up.
Is This You?
The ideal Write Now Columbus (WNC) publisher is someone with strong central Ohio ties who runs a writer-centric business. It might be an editor, publisher, coach, or marketing expert who serves writers and readers.
Or, it might be a writer looking for a community service project. That’s how I began. I knew I would be able to publicize my own events and help other writers while doing so.
WordPress and email newsletter experience would help, but a passion for the central Ohio writing community is the main requirement. I can teach you the rest.
Full Disclosure
I’ve always considered WNC my “community service” project rather than a business. As a result, current expenses exceed donations and sponsorships. I will fully disclose all this information to anyone interested in taking on the work.
Tami Kamin Meyer, the WNC volunteer editor, is willing to continue to be involved. However, she’s not available to assume responsibility for the entire newsletter alone.
Bottom line:
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GOOD FIT,
PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP!
What’s Next?
Tami and I will publish a February 2023 newsletter. After that, unless someone steps up, we will put it to bed.
Neither of us want Write Now Columbus to end, but it’s had a fabulous run. Twenty years is a long time!
On January 1st, 2003 when I sent the first issue of “Write Now,” the monthly email newsletter that would become Write Now Columbus, I had no idea how long I would continue. Shannon Jackson Arnold, the original publisher, graciously gave me her email list of central Ohio writers when she moved from Ohio to Wisconsin. Tami Kamin Meyer was on Shannon’s original email list.
In 2020, when I began to look for someone to take over WNC, Tami eagerly responded. My first book had been published and the second was in the works. I no longer had time or energy to manage Write Now Columbus effectively. Tami volunteered to write the essay, convinced me to accept sponsorships in addition to donations, and secured quite a few. I’m forever grateful to her!
And, of course, I’m grateful to each of YOU for opening and clicking and reading and replying month after month after month for TWENTY YEARS! Thank you for letting us be of service!
Why Now?
As some of you know, back in September of 2022, I had a cardiac episode. It has resolved, but there’s nothing like a serious medical issue to rearrange your priorities.
Plus, two decades is a long time to keep something going. Twenty has a nice ring to it. It seems like the perfect time to put a bow on my tenure.
To be honest, since 2018 when I entered a contract for my first book, I haven’t given WNC the attention it deserves. With my mental health issues, it takes every ounce of “work” energy I have to be a successful author, leaving little for WNC. Thank you again Tami for stepping in.
And, it hurts to see the untapped potential in WNC. It deserves fresh eyes and energy.
WE WILL NOW TAKE YOUR QUESTIONS
Please CONTACT US with any questions and we will do our best to answer them right away.
All my best,
~ Nita
Nita Sweeney, publisher
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