Wandering Press

03/07/2024

This May 10 we will be going into our 27th year of publishing, radio, podcasting, and promoting events throughout southern Illinois. Two years ago we added a small business called Hollywood Enshrined dealing in movie and TV memorabilia and snacks, drinks and some food.
Do we make a lot of income? No. But that isn't what it's always about. First and foremost we are about service.
That is service to the community. The press itself has been a bit inactive but we can change that. Where do we need to go in the future? Do you want to help?
I can be reached by Messenger, email at [email protected], by phone (618)375-1367, by mail at P.O. Box 153, Grayville, Illinois 62844
Or beginning April 1st you can stop by Hollywood Enshrined 222 West Martin Street in Grayville on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10AM-2PM.
Anyone who would like to attend our Eclipse party on Saturday April 6th starting at 6PM let us know as it is invitation only. Food, drinks and a Connecticut Yankee.
Thanks

02/19/2024

Snowy Burl ❄️

02/18/2024

Just read where folk singer Randy Sparks passed away on February 11th. He was the founder of the New Christy Minstrels, a Grammy winner, later manager of Burl Ives and instrumental in the folk music revival of the 1960s.
It was the pleasure of Wandering Press to help in bringing him to Newton, Illinois about twenty years ago to do a benefit concert of Burl Ives songs.He was a very knowledgeable fellow to talk to. He also helped start the careers of both Kenny Rogers and John Denver.
Sparks was 90-years-old.

03/26/2022

Found on Bing from www.pinterest.dk

02/19/2022

The Chamber wishes the very best to Grayville’s newest business Farmhouse Florist!!!

Thank you to Andi Ford for her wonderful photographic abilities!

02/11/2022

02/01/2022

Our Business Spotlight is coming... Listen to an overview of area businesses, what services they offer, how long they've been in business, who the owners are, etc.
Hear it soon on Wandermag On-Air. And if you are a business owner please contact us to get on the list of this free one time service. Additional months available for incredible rates!
[email protected] or (618)375-1367

05/02/2021

Here's a free tip from you friends at Wandering Press.
One of the questions we get asked a lot is how does one even start to write a book? Well, the potential author must know beyond doubt if the subject he or she wants to write about is book worthy.

Is there enough material without being redundant to write an entire book. Could it really be a longer article or a short story you have in mind instead of a book?

is the story original. Now, I know what you're thinking...What is original anymore. Well the same story can be told numerous ways, but if you are writing about something often covered you better find a way to make it interesting to readers in a totally new and entertaining way.

Then comes the hard part. You have to actually write the book. Publishers and agents are busy people. They might love your idea, but until you have a complete manuscript no one is going to offer you any contracts. Writing the book is your follow-through. It shows you can produce what you say you can.

Let's assume the book is finished. First thing you should know is "it is not finished". Now the real work begins. But before you try to make your work into the best possible effort it can be you have to put it away, step back and do not tinker with it, do not read it, do not look at it for at least two to three weeks. Ninety days is much better. You can then approach it with a fresh set of eyes.

So, come up with an idea. Make sure that idea is viable and not been overdone. Write the book. (Most important step). Then put it aside awhile. All of this are the first things one does if they want to write a book.

We will have more tips in the future.

01/20/2021

Available now. On Amazon and through Wandering Press.

08/31/2020

Due to an increased number of computer users at the library I am unable to update any news on Wandering Press and the radio show. Better luck tomorrow!

08/28/2020

We are in the midst of modifying some of our sponsorship requirements which in the long run will benefit both us and our sponsors. More on Monday. Have a good weekend!