Explore how to make Virginia a part of a non-fiction work with literary agent Howard Yoon, photojournalist John Henley, and moderator Kristen Green. Topics will include:
- How Virginia offers us landscapes and places with real-life stories
- Ideas for exploring the stories, places, and people of Virginia
- What writing close to home does for non-fiction
- The forms of non-fiction we’ve seen in Virginia–journalism, documentaries, and more…
$12 members | $15 non-members | $5 students
Wednesday, May 27th
FIREHOUSE THEATRE
1609 West Broad Street (free parking at Lowe’s)
Speakers
At the agency, he specializes in narrative nonfiction, memoir, current events, history, science, cookbooks, and popular culture. Howard looks for original voices and original experiences. His strength is in helping talented authors find their place in the book world. He brings together market trends and writing potential to create an appealing package for publishers. He loves working with first-time authors but also enjoys helping guide veterans with career decisions and new book ideas.
John Henley received a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute and worked on an MFA at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has worked as a professional photographer for clients in Europe, South America, and throughout the United States. His work has been featured in Photo District News, Communication Arts and Graphics. He has taught at J Sergeant Reynolds Community College, Thomas Nelson Community College and at Virginia Commonwealth University. He is currently working on series of landscapes entitled “River Road” which explores the natural world and our human impact on that world. His work has been featured this year in a group show at Capital One and in a solo show at Corporate and Museum Frame in Richmond.