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Just as real gastropods come up from the ground after a long rain, so will Eugene’s SLUG queens emerge from their homes after the COVID-19 shutdown to host an in-person contest once again.
The annual competition, which prides itself on silly personalities and uniqueness as opposed to traditional beauty standards, is preparing for its 39th year, following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. In 2020, the competition took place on Zoom, even though the event thrives off of a live, energetic audience, says “raining” SLUG queen Jenette Kime, AKA Raining Goddess SluGoddess SlimeShine.
“There is something about going back to normalcy. We get to mingle with people and have that memory showcased, and see the contestants who are excited about participating,” she says.
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Listen to City Club of Eugene s May 7, 2021 program: So You Want To Be An Author?
From The City Club of Eugene:
Maybe you have always thought you had a book in you. Maybe it could be an inspiring memoir or even dare you hope–the Great American Novel. Or maybe after finishing a really terrific essay or book, you have wondered how the writer got from having a good idea to getting it published where you could share it. It’s not as easy as it may seem. Where do you get the ideas? Which ideas are worth writing down? How do you find an agent? Who should edit your book? Should you go with a major national publisher or a small independent? What about marketing? Is a movie deal possible?