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In-person and virtual events all over the place.
New Workshop Series
New Workshop Series
There’s a reason why people ask friends to write their dating profiles for them – it can be hard to recognize your own brilliance, and even harder to actually write that brilliance down.
Pitch, Please is a brand-new series of workshops designed by author, speaker, ex-CEO and mom Alisha Fernandez Miranda to help you sell:
Your writing: How to write pitches that make editors take notice
Your work: Making your resume and cover letter stand out among a crowd
Yourself: Plan a career pivot or, better yet, a what if year
Pitch, Please: Make This Your What If Year
The most common question I got from people across my book tour and events for My What If Year was, hands down: how can I do this for myself? Whether you’re at the very beginning of your journey – trying to figure out what your what if even is – or you’re holding tight to your dream but wondering how to achieve it, I’ve got you covered.
In this soul-searching, challenging, practical workshop, I’ll take you through my process of figuring out your own what ifs and creating a plan to achieve them.
Note this class takes place live online on December 8th from 12-2pm Eastern/ 5 - 7pm UK and costs $75.
Sign up now or book a spot in all three workshops at a discount.
Pitch, Please: Standing Out in a Crowd
Putting yourself and your personal brand out there - whether you’re applying for your dream job or working on growing your online presence – can be a nerve-wracking process. What are people looking for? How do I get noticed in a giant sea of others? Am I framing my experience and my brilliance correctly?
My new class aims to take the mystery out of getting your dream job and building up a professional presence online. From the simple mistakes that too many people make to the most common ways we sell ourselves short, the objective of this class is to offer practical tips and guidance on how to best position you and your amazingness, using a resume, cover letter or application video – for whatever role you have your heart set on. Consider it the first page in crafting the next chapter of your life!
Pitch, Please: Selling Your Writing to Editors
You’ve got a brilliant idea for an essay or article that you’re sure should be gracing the pages of Vogue or the New York Times. That’s the easy part. Catching a busy editor’s eye can be a lot tougher. Enter the perfect pitch: the first step to seeing your words out there in the world where they belong. This class will provide a hands-on, practical guide to writing pitches that grab an editor's attention and lead to publication.
Note this class takes place live online on October 6th from 12-2pm Eastern/ 5 - 7pm UK and costs $75.
Sign up now or book a spot in all three workshops at a discount.
Edinburgh: Clean Money and Ethical Fundraising for the Arts
Can fundraising ever be ethical? In such a challenging financial context for arts organisations, how should they determine who to take money from and when to decline? What matters more: where money has come from or where it is going?
Join me (wearing my philanthropy hat!), as I co-host a conversation with the Edinburgh International Book Festival on the risks and drivers that impact how arts organizations accept money. Tackling the big questions facing the arts and literary worlds today, this event has strictly limited capacity.
Chicago: Hispanics in Philanthropy Conference
Excited to be joining my great friends at Hispanics in Philanthropy for their annual conference in Chicago. This year’s theme Corazón y Poder is all about unleashing our power.
Portugal: Beam Network Member Offsite
I’m beyond thrilled to be joining The Beam Network at their upcoming member offsite in Portugal this May.
The Beam is a safe space for women to connect and share their experiences and their journey towards a more empowered approach to their wealth management.
There are limited spots available for non-members. Find out how to join us here.
Nashville: Mom 2.0 Summit
Mom 2.0 is THE place for moms, marketers, media…and me. I can’t wait to speak about making 2024 YOUR what if year.
Online: Pitching to Get Published
Back by popular demand!
Join Pitching to Get Published, in partnership with Zibby Classes, to get a hands-on, practical guide to writing pitches that grab an editor's attention and lead to publication.
Our session will also include an opportunity to work on a pitch together with live feedback from your peers and the instructor.
New York: New Year, New Chapter
Join me and over 40 authors for a Zibby Books day of panels, workshops, cocktails and community.
Miami: Miami Book Fair
Come see me at the Miami Book Fair!
USING LOSS, LOVE & TRAUMA TO CRAFT PROPULSIVE READS
In My What If Year: A Memoir, ALISHA FERNANDEZ MIRANDA writes about pausing her successful high-powered career for a year to explore a few jobs of her dreams, a journey that tested what she thought she was physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of. In EMMA GREY’s The Last Love Note: A Novel, two years after losing her husband, Kate is still grieving, solo parenting, and lurching from one comedic crisis to the next. In BRITTANY MEANS’ Hell If We Don’t Change Our Ways: A Memoir, she shares a childhood filled with abuse and neglect against a backdrop of evangelical Christian culture, and how she attempted to make sense of the troublesome world around her. And in MEGHAN RIORDAN JARVIS’ End of the Hour: A Therapist’s Memoir, she chronicles her profound grief after her parents’ deaths, compelling long-buried childhood tragedy to rise to the surface. Moderating is author, editor, and podcaster ZIBBY OWENS, founder/CEO of Zibby Media.
Miami: Zibby Retreat
Join me for an unforgettable bookish weekend in Miami Beach, FL!
I’ll be with 5 other iconic writers for a weekend of fun: VIP tickets to the Miami Book Fair, writing workshops, cocktail parties, rooftop yoga, delicious food, and some much-needed beach time.
Tickets include two nights at the Betsy Hotel (King Room), VIP pass to the Miami Book Fair, and all meals and activities mentioned in the itinerary.
Palm Beach: Celebrating Sisterhood Brunch
Join the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches for the return of the Celebrating Sisterhood Brunch which brings together Jewish women from all over South Florida. The JCC will welcome author Alisha Fernandez Miranda for this special event at Temple Emanu-El in Palm Beach.
Online: Women on the Move
The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center in New York celebrate Zibby Owens with Women on the Move: Team Zibby.
As a proud member of Team Zibby, I’ll be joined by fellow authors Emma Grey, Patty Lin, Brittany Means and of course Zibby herself for this online event.
London: 180 Publishing Mixer @ Soho House
Join Alisha at Soho House’s 180 House in London for a chat about the publishing industry.
Bookings can be made on the Soho House App if you are member or by emailing us.
London: Drinks and Conversation at Middle Eight
Come to Covent Garden and raise a glass to celebrate My What If Year, Alisha Fernandez Miranda's best-selling new book.
This event is being hosted by Middle Eight Hotel and generously sponsored by iRelaunch, the pioneering career re-entry consulting, training and events company focused on bringing professionals back to work after extended leave.
Ticket price includes event entry, a welcome drink and a signed paperback copy of My What If Year.
Atlanta: Live at Virginia Highland Books
Join Alisha for an in-store event and signing at Virginia Highland Books!
New York: In Conversation with John Weidman
Alisha is honored to share the stage with legendary theater writer John Weidman, the author of musicals including Assassins, Pacific Overtures and Contact, at the brand new Museum of Broadway.
Copies of My What If Year will be available to purchase at the event.
New Canaan: Live at Elm Street Books
Join us on Thursday, March 23rd from 6PM - 7:30PM for an author signing at Elm Street Books with Alisha Fernandez Miranda, Author of My What If Year.
Alisha will be in conversation with USA Today best-selling author Emily Liebert.
Baltimore: In Conversation at Bird in Hand
Join Alisha at the lovely Bird in Hand Cafe and Bookstore with special guest Jane Delury, author of The Balcony and the forthcoming novel Hedge.
Boston: Art, Wine & What If
Join us for an evening of wine and conversation at this special event co-hosted by Newtonville Books and The Paint Bar.
The ticket price of $60 includes:
• A signed copy of My What If Year
• The Paint Bar’s “Purple Lilacs” painting instruction and materials for two wine glasses
• A glass of wine provided by Moldova Restaurant
Book your spot here - attendance is limited!
Boston: Live at Harvard Bookstore
In conversation with Sandra A. Miller, author of Trove and the forthcoming Wednesdays at One.
LA: Book Talk (and Store Opening Weekend!)
Join me and NY Times best-selling author Annabelle Gurwitch to celebrate the opening weekend of the brand new Zibby's Bookshop!
Tickets not required.
Houston: House Concert and Book Talk
Join Alisha for an amazing Casita Concert hosted at a private home in Houston featuring the brilliantly talented Axiom Quartet. A night of drinks, contemporary and classical music and of course, a reading of My What If Year. Texans take note: you won’t want to miss this!
Tickets include concert entry and one signed copy of My What If Year.
Houston: Meet and Greet at Brazos Bookstore
Join me for a Meet and Greet (and book signing) at Houston’s fabulous Brazos Bookstore.
Brazos is located at 2421 Bissonnet St. Tickets not required, just drop in.
New Orleans: Book Celebration with Baldwin & Co.
Join me and my friends from Baldwin and Co. and the Hotel Peter and Paul in New Orleans for an in-person reading and conversation with drinks, music, and pastries, all in celebration of My What If Year.
Doors open at 11:30am for a 12pm start time. Note: If you’re attending the Mardi Gras Headdress Workshop, you’re welcome to stay on for this!
New Orleans: Mimosas and Mardi Gras Headdress Workshop
Laissez les bons temps rouler with morning mimosas, music and Mardi Gras Headdress Making at New Orleans’ famed Hotel Peter and Paul with NOLA artist Ellen Macomber.
We’ll drink mimosas, eat pastries, talk about creativity, listen to music and create headdresses. The workshop will include all materials, tools, workspace, instructions and guidance, a paperback copy of My What If Year and libations.
Miami: Family Fun Day at FunDimension
Join us for an in-person community event with author and podcaster, Alisha Fernandez Miranda, for the launch of her memoir My What If Year. Tickets include two rounds of a FunDimension attraction of your choice, one signed book, live music, drinks and facepainting for adults (and kids!). This event will be hosted at FunDimension (2129 NW 1st Court, Miami, FL 33127) with Books & Books on-site to handle book sales.
Miami: An Evening at Books and Books
Join us for an IN-PERSON evening with Alisha Fernandez Miranda as she discusses her exuberant, hilarious memoir, MY WHAT IF YEAR!
This event is FREE and open to the public and books will be available for purchase the night of the event so make sure to stay after the talk for a book signing! Please RSVP only if you intend to join us.
NYC: Mix and Mingle with Terez
Mix and mingle with debut author and podcaster Alisha Fernandez Miranda to celebrate the release of her memoir 'My What if Year.' Join Alisha for a book talk, signing, light bites, DIY martinis, shopping, discounts and more! Purchase of this ticket will include one admission to the event and a signed copy of 'My What if Year'.
NYC: Dancebody NoMad - Class and Author Talk
Get ready to shake and shimmy with a special DanceBody class to celebrate the release of My What If Year.
I’ll talk about my new book and experience in the fitness industry, followed by a Q&A and book signing. After the author talk, get ready for an amazing workout! A DanceBody instructor will lead a 45-minute cardio class. Post-workout juices and treats on us!
This event will be hosted by Zibby Books and DanceBody in DanceBody's Nomad Studio (1158 Broadway 4th floor, New York, NY 10001).