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Writer’s Conference Prep 101 –– Part VII
Posted on September 27, 2017 Leave a Comment
You’ve prepped and you did it. You attended your first major writers’ conference. What now? Processing the conference internally will help you remember and learn. You’ll be that much more experienced next time. Click to Tweet #amwriting #conferenceprep101
Writer’s Conference Prep 101 –– Part VI
Posted on September 20, 2017 Leave a Comment
We’ve talked about a lot of things here. Today, is the pitch. It’s the last piece you’ll need to have ready. The pitch sells your story in the shortest time, yet most compelling way. Click to Tweet #amwriting #conferenceprep101
Writer’s Conference Prep 101 –– Part V
Posted on September 13, 2017 Leave a Comment
We’re winding down this series, which started when a writer friend of mine attended her first major writers’ conference to meet with editors and agents, and didn’t know she needed a completed manuscript in fiction. Today, we’ll talk about networking. Making even one really good connection at a conference can further your career in ways […]
Writers’ Conference Prep 101––Part IV
Posted on September 6, 2017 Leave a Comment
We’ve talked about finishing your manuscript, and having a business card –– all in preparation to attend a writers’ conference. Maybe you’ve heard you need what is called a “One-Sheet.” What is it and why would you need one? It’s like a snapshot of you and your story to give prospective agents and editors a […]
Writers’ Conference Prep 101––Part III
Posted on August 30, 2017 Leave a Comment
Attending a writers’ conference is almost mandatory in order to advance yourself personally, and professionally. But you need to know what to expect. That’s why I’m writing these posts. I’ve attended numerous conferences, from a local one-day, to a multi-day conference far away. I’ve learned a lot, and hope to pass some of that along […]
Donna L.H. Smith 