Proposed Sessions

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Title Description Name Category
The Wonderful World of Steampunk Interested in Steampunk? We'll talk literary and fashion -- both sides of a very broad, niche sub-genre. We'll go into a bit of history... jbdrydenco fiction
The Art of Tactful Critique "Constructive criticism" is a term best left unused. This session will go over some basics for giving critique -- not criticism -- in a... jbdrydenco editing & publishing
Write 'til You're Blue in the Face A workshop to help you bust through the block and write more than you thought possible. Like training for a long-distance bike ride or... Kim Suhr
fiction
non-fiction
Fan Fiction Writing A session that will give you a tour of the beginnings of fan fiction writing as well as illustrate how good writers enjoy and write it... sassyfran fiction
Writing Using Multi Cultural characters This session would be how to bring in a variety of cultures to your writing and why you should consider it. I would go over why its okay... sassyfran
fiction
non-fiction
WriteCamp Critiques This year we'll be doing something a little different. Anyone wishing to have a piece critiqued can do so, so long as it is under 5000... jbdrydenco
fiction
non-fiction
poetry
editing & publishing
The Art of Productive Procrastination I am the Queen of Procrastinators. I will find all sorts of things to do to avoid writing. What I now realize is that I'm NOT avoiding,... UglyOldWitch technical
Publish Every Day: Honing Your Craft Through Blogging All writers have heard the old saw: To be successful, you have to read a lot and write a lot--every day, really. Blogging tools make it... WorkingWriter
fiction
non-fiction
Building a Professional Writer's Website with WordPress You've written a book, or are entering the freelance writing trade. You know you need a website to market yourself and your work. You've... WorkingWriter
technical
freelancing
business
The Art of Comic Book Writing A work shop that focuses solely on that visual medium that all self-proclaimed geeks adore, COMICS. We'll cover everything from elements of... jcray55 non-fiction
Eco-Runner: Create a blog. Change the world. Milwaukee, WI www.ecologyrunner.com Biography An avid endurance runner. Cyclist. Nature enthusiast. Samuel Huber is an all around person on... EcoRunner13 freelancing
Marketing Your Book You're published. Now what? Learn the steps for creating "buzz," finding a market for your books, and getting listed on the best-seller... rgrede business
Getting Published How do I find an agent? How do I identify the right publisher, the one that best suits my book? Should I self-publish? Best-selling... rgrede editing & publishing
Resume Writing Find out how to expose the "real" elements of your experience, not just what you did, but rather what you can do. Discuss alternative... lynnerob business
Essential Skills for Freelancers Do you have what it takes to make it in the competitive world of freelancing? Learn helpful skills, tools and traits to help you in your... niki333 freelancing
The Benefits of Networking Learn all about networking! Why is networking important? How to start networking (for newbies). Best networking practices. Where to network... lynnerob business
Three Keys to Writing Book Proposals That Sell More than a million books were published last year. Did the bestselling books get to the top because of great marketing or top-notch... WriteNowCoach editing & publishing
Author Branding & Social Media A session designed to explore how to properly create an online identity and brand yourself by using social media to your advantage. The... @trustmuse
non-fiction
editing & publishing
freelancing
business
Getting Started in Ghostwriting What do Dr. Phil, Hillary Clinton, Lance Armstrong, and 45 percent of all the authors on The New York Times non-fiction best-seller list... Liz Ridley freelancing
Query Letter Clinic We’ve all heard the old adage, “You never have a second chance to make a first impression.” When it comes to approaching literary agents... Liz Ridley editing & publishing
Screenwriting Panel This panel is more of a Q&A style session. We will show a trailer for Mark Mazur and Trent Hilborn's latest short film "Cycle" and Mark... @trustmuse
fiction
drama
Putting the Story in History Writing a novel takes planning, but writing a historical novel takes planning and research. In this session, learn research and writing... dbrenegan fiction
From Hobbyist to Professional For years you've been dabbling with writing (fiction, nonfiction, poetry) and now you've made the decision to step it up to the next level... jbdrydenco business