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2019 Announcements – RSJ Book Lovers’ Event
The RSJ Planning team is once again back in the office and ready to launch 2019 with a bang. And as we pull up to our desks, put on our 2019 hats and kick off our heels (don’t judge, hey we like to get comfortable), we wanted to make sure you were updated on all things RSJ. One of the most exciting developments we’re working on is the 25th Anniversary of the next RSJ Book Lovers Convention in [ . . . Read more . . .]
HOW READING MAKES US HAPPIER!!!
Everyone in my family says that when I'm reading I completely ignore people. I don't have any idea what they're talking about! They've even told me that I'm outright rude because they're ignored. Okay, well, maybe I could use a kindle readers etiquette workshop or for that matter a cell phone etiquette class too. But, in my defense, I ran across a great blog article that says reading not only makes us happier, but it has other benefits too. Here are [ . . . Read more . . .]
MANY THANKS TO OUR RSJ BOOK LOVER EVENT SUPPORTERS
We wanted to again thank our sponsors and those who donated to the Romance Slam Jam (RSJ) 2017 conference. Your support was incredibly valuable to our success. As we look onto to continuing the new brand and leadership of RSJ Book Lovers' Convention again, I hope to continue our partnership for growth for many years to come. [ . . . Read more . . .]
Director Ava DuVernay of A Wrinkle In Time Speaks on Diversity in the Film Industry
With the ever popular topic of diversity and with so many companies attempting to focus on diversity but unbeknownst to them falling short by making assumptions about the issue, I found this article about director Ava DuVernay by Wired magazine to be refreshing. DuVernay is the director of A Wrinkle in Time staring Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon. With Ms. DuVernay being the first African-American women to direct a $100 million-plus movie, the article put a light on [ . . . Read more . . .]
VIDEO: RSJ BOOK LOVER EVENT – Author & Reader Discussion “The African American Book Section”
We couldn't let 2017 pass by without a video highlight from the 2017 RSJ Book Lovers Convention. During the convention, we opened up a new segment called "The Forum". The forum launched with the topic: "The African American Book Section - Yea or Nay?" Romance authors Lisa Rayne, Nicki Night and Earl Sewell were on hand to discuss the topic with readers and writers during the RSJ Book lovers Event that took place in Los Angeles, California. Both readers and authors displayed opinions of whether they find the African American Book Section good or bad. There were some interesting opinions on the table but the most intriguing aspect was [ . . . Read more . . .]
SCRATCH THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN BOOK SECTION
That’s right we said it! Or would you like to continue to ride in the back of the bus.
We ran across this profound article today in BookRiot.com by Syreeta Barlow. It was written in 2014 but today in 2016, it still speaks to the problems with the African American book section today. I dare you to read it!
Some of the most poignant areas of the article reads:
“As a writer, my absolute fear was ending up, not in the clearance bin, but in the African-American section……. Opportunity should not extend itself solely on the color of the character on the cover, but by [ . . . Read more . . .]
GIVE THANKS GIVEAWAY – Hurry, Register Now!
We’re starting the convention fun before you even arrive! As our way of saying “Thanks for coming,” we’re holding a Give Thanks Giveaway. One (1) lucky registrant will receive a L.A. City Tour ticket on us! All individuals at least 18 years of age who register for the full Romance Slam Jam 2017 conference in Los Angeles by 11:59 p.m. PST on November 18, 2016, are eligible to participate. We will select [ . . . Read more . . .]
WORKSHOP PROPOSALS
Got workshop ideas? Presenters, get your workshop presentation ideas sent in to RSJconvention. As an approved facilitator, your convention fee is discounted. Not a presenter? Email us ideas about what workshops you'd like to attend and we'll see about getting popular ideas on the schedule. (workshops@rsjconvention.com) Please keep the workshop proposals coming. We are still in the process of filling the schedule. If you've submitted a proposal, we will contact you about your presenter status soon. If you've already paid for [ . . . Read more . . .]
Notice Regarding Email Communications:
Good morning, Slam Jammers! Just a reminder that, as we discussed at #RSJ2016, Romance Slam Jam now has a dedicated email address for official communications. All communications regarding the Romance Slam Jam annual event will come from an official "@rsjconvention.com" email address. Any other communications are unauthorized and may contain misleading or intentionally inaccurate information. If you receive or have received any communications labeled or purporting to be from [ . . . Read more . . .]