Auburn’s popular writers’ group, Gold Country Writers, has hit the 100 member mark! It all started in 2011, when Chery and eight other bookworms met each Wednesday to discuss books in general. With her open heart, Chery publicized the meetings in the Auburn Journal, eager to welcome others. Each week, more bookish people showed up, overflowing one venue after another. At one of the meetings back then, Chery dared to read a story she had written. The rest is “writing” history. Other people began bringing their manuscripts to share. By 2012, the nonprofit Gold Country Writers, with a Board of Directors, critique groups on every genre, great literary speakers, writing contests, and lots of parties, was firmly established.
Chery served as President for five years after being Vice President and Social Media Chairman. Her articles in the Auburn Journal are still bringing new people in the door every Wednesday. Come to GCW and meet Chery; she’s the smiling writer in the background—quietly making coffee.
Chery is a treasure, a jewel, a gem! She’s the group’s rock. She always has a warm smile, and if you’re lucky you’ll get to hear one of her stories!
So nice to hear from you, Pauline! Yes, Chery is a GCW staple!
And what a legacy it is! I love Gold Country Writers. I first attended a meetup ng in 2014, then joined in 2015. Thanks, Chery
Thank you for your comment, Joan. Yes, GCW is an amazing group, and we have writers like Chery to thank.