Wecome to the WNBA Nashville Chapter

Since 1955, the Nashville chapter of the Women’s National Book Association has been promoting reading, supporting literacy, and advancing the role of women in the community of the book. We offer informative programs and networking opportunities from September through May, a book discussion group that meets five times a year, the Willlodene Scott Summer Reading Series in partnership with Lipscomb University, and various charitable and outreach activities WNBA welcomes women and men who share our love for books and our interest in the book world. Many of our members work in the book industry as publishers, authors, agents, editors, librarians, booksellers, or production and marketing specialists. Others simply love books. We invite you to visit one of our meetings to see what WNBA has to offer and encourage you to become a member of our dynamic organization. Check out the Programs/Events tab for information on upcoming events and chapter activities. The original WNBA – the … Read More
Upcoming Events
Summer Reading Series List Announced
April 24, 2013 By admin Leave a Comment
This year’s Willodene Scott Summer Reading Series is “Based on the Book: Books Into Film.” The dates and corresponding list of titles are: June 10: The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton, with Dr. Kimberly Reed June 17: Atonement by Ian McEwan, with Dr. Linda Barnes June 24: The Razor’s Edge by Somerset Maugham, with… Read More

May 2 – Garden Party
April 7, 2013 By admin Leave a Comment
Our last meeting before our summer break will be our annual garden party for members and their guests at member Barbie Chadwick’s home. The Nashville board members will provide finger foods and drinks. Watch for an email providing more details, including Barbie’s address and parking information. Hope to see you there.
Meetings and Events
Programs and Activities
Upcoming Meetings: (All meetings at Nero's Grill starting at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted) (Networking and dinner starting at 5:00 p.m. for those who would like to come early.) May - Garden Party at member Barbie Chadwick's home. Chapter Activities (Note: Please be advised that WNBA programs adhere to the inclement weather policy of the Davidson County Public School System) Monthly meetings feature timely topics about books, authors and publishing. Elegant gatherings, such as … Read More...
Recent Posts
2013 WNBA Pannell Award Winners Announced
TWO MICHIGAN BOOKSTORES WIN THE 2013 WNBA PANNELL AWARD The Women’s National Book Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2013 WNBA Pannell Award given annually since 1983 to two bookstores that excel in contributing to their communities in ways that bring books and young people together. The winner in the General Bookstore… Read More
New Nashville Board Announced
Nashville Chapter Board: 2013-2015 Executive Committee:President: Bebe Brechner (one year extension) President-Elect: OpenSecretary: Susan Lentz Treasurer: Shirley Blakley Committee Chairs: Special Projects/Sunshine: Carolyn Wilson Membership: Mary Hildebrand and Paula Messenheimer Programs: Beth FrerkingAwards: Barbie Chadwick (one year term) Newsletter: Jill Upshaw Website: Gloria Toler Publicity: Kay TylerSouthern Festival of Books: Libby Simons Bookwoman Correspondent: Susan… Read More
Upcoming Screenwriting Seminar
For those interested in screenwriting or the film industry: on April 13 at the Watkins College of Art, Design, and Film in Nashville, Script-Com will be taking place. This event is presented by the TN Screenwriting Association and includes speakers who are, or who have been, writers/producers/filmmakers for movies, including popular hits like “Soul Surfer”… Read More
Membership
Benefits
Benefits of Membership: Learn about trends in the world of books and participate in our informative programs Attend members-only events such as the Holiday Dinner and Garden Party Publicize your work through our website, newsletters, and news flashes Be listed in the Nashville chapter directory and receive a printed copy Network and socialize with like-minded book lovers Connect with colleagues nationwide through the national WNBA members-only directory Receive the Nashville News … Read More...
Volunteer Opportunities
Help Needed at National Board Meeting
Our chapter will be hosting the national WNBA Board Meeting on June 8-10. If you’re a member and would like to be part of the planning committee or help out while our national board members are in town, please contact Lee Fairbend at lfairbend [at] comcast.net.

Volunteers Needed for Read Me Week
Book’em invites WNBA members to celebrate children’s literacy by volunteering to read at our adopted Metro Public Elementary School for 2013, Chadwell Elementary. The dates are Monday, February 25 through Friday, March 1, 2013. More than one thousand volunteer hours are donated to schools during Read Me Week each year by area businesses and organizations…. Read More
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