"If Dante had had the San Miguel experience, he may have written more about heaven and less about hell." Tom Robbins, 2008
"We writers adore the clever, imaginative Literary Sala, the enthusiastic audiences, and the opportunity to learn.” Alice Denham, NY & SMA. Author, Sleeping With the Bad Boys.
“There are many wonderful things in San Miguel ... but one of the finest is our Literary Sala. It is always an inspiration, a wake-up to new ideas & raising of consciousness that can't be avoided, if one just shows up”. Elsmarie Norby
"I have been enormously moved by the enjoyable presentations of the San Miguel Authors Sala. Not only are the writers well-prepared, their talks are interesting and often emotional. Several years ago at the Writers' Conference, Sena Jeter Naslund made one of the most remarkable talks I have ever heard. It was a moving experience." Wayne Greenhaw, Montgomery, Alabama & San Miguel de Allende
“The Literary Sala events have been a constant source of intellectual stimulation and inspiration. They have become an integral part of our cultural experience and always meet our high expectations.” Adrienne and Arnie Brookstone
The Literary Sala exists to enrich your literary life, be it as a fan of literature or as a writer. After a career in book publishing, I began to write in San Miguel . . . the Literary Sala is my steadfast, codependent enabler as I shift from workaholic editor to obsessive observer and writer. Vicki Gundrum, peripatetic, often in San Francisco and San Miguel
• Member discount at monthly Sala readings and special events. • For writers, the privilege of selling your books in the Literary Sala bookstore. • Recognition in select printed programs.
Supporting Member $100 USD per year. All benefits of above levels, PLUS:
• Member Gift — First year: A beautiful, specially commissioned traditional folk art plate, hand-painted by noted Tonala artist, Angel Solis. It depicts a man sitting under a cactus with sombrero and serape, but this time he is reading a book! Member gifts for each subsequent year of membership to be announced. • Priority seating at the Annual Writers' Conference and celebrity keynote lectures. • Invitations for two to private receptions with celebrity guests, held throughout the year in some of San Miguel's most elegant and interesting private homes.
Contributor $250 USD per year. All benefits of above levels, PLUS:
• A complimentary membership in the Biblioteca. • Invitations to private dinners with celebrity guests. • Invitations to exclusive, small gatherings with distinguished authors. • The opportunity to promote your literary class, workshop, or other San Miguel literary event through the Literary Sala website and email promotion to members.
Benefactor $500 USD per year. All benefits of above levels, PLUS:
• A scholarship in your name for a San Miguel high school student. Your scholarship will provide the opportunity for one student to attend the entire annual Writers' Conference, including an 8-hour Creative Writing Intensive workshop), and the monthly Sala author readings all year long.
• Complimentary promotion for your business in the Writers’ Conference Program.
• An invitation for two to a private Author's Circle dinner with the Writers' Conference celebrity keynote speaker.
• Reduced entry to the Annual San Miguel Writers' Conference.
• Free admission to monthly Sala author readings and receptions.
• Waiver of the entry fee for our annual Writer's Contest.
The San Miguel Literary Sala is a non-profit organization.
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For information on our Special Guest Lecture Series, with patron and business partner opportunities, please contact Executive Director, Susan Page at susan@susanpage.com
HOW TO JOIN Become a member of the San Miguel Literary Sala in any of the following ways:
1. Click on DONATE button above, and join on line using either your Pay Pal membership or your U.S credit card.
2. Leave a dollar or pesos check at Border Crossings, (corner of Mesones and Rejoj). Address it to San Miguel Literary Sala, Box Number 46-A. Be sure to include your name and e-mail address. Make check payable to "San Miguel Authors' Sala." (Sorry, we still have to use our former name for checks.)
3. Mail a check to San Miguel Literary Sala, Box 46-A, BC 2323, 9902 Crystal Court #107, Laredo, TX 78045. Make check payable to "San Miguel Authors' Sala." (Sorry, we still have to use our former name for checks.)
4. For a U.S. tax deduction, make your check payable to "San Miguel Community Foundation" and write "San Miguel Literary Sala" in the memo line. Mail or deliver your check as in steps 2 or 3 above.
