Tag: writers conference
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Thoughts about Pitching
First off, a sort of disclaimer: this year at Realm Makers was my first time pitching. I pitched my novel three times there, but I am by no means an expert. This post is just some of my thoughts and advice on pitching your manuscript from my experience. 😊 *Do the work beforehand. Create an…
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Realm Makers 2024
Every year, my experience at Realm Makers is different, which makes sense because I’m in a different place in my writing journey each time. Last year, the main thing I came away from Realm Makers with was encouragement to write. This year, my takeaway was a sense of community and belonging. It’s kind of funny—people sort…
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Writers’ Conferences Part Four: Personal Thoughts
This summer will be my sixth writers’ conference. So here are some thoughts and reflections I have on conferences. I hope that they encourage you, whether you’re a new or veteran attendee. *It takes time to find your people. I knew literally no one at my first conference. I met two other girls but we…
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Writers’ Conferences Part Two: Practical Advice
Conferences can be scary, especially if you’re shy, quiet, or introverted. But that shouldn’t stop you from going. If I could do it, so can you. 😉 Here’s some advice for your conference experience. *It’s okay to be overwhelmed. Lots of people, lots of books, lots of advice, lots of stimulation—it’s a lot of take…
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Writers’ Conferences Part One: An Introduction
It’s summertime, and that means it’s writing conference season! So let’s chat about conferences. Who should go to a writers’ conference? Anyone who’s ready to make an investment in their writing, beginner and advanced alike. Conferences aren’t cheap. Travel, accommodations, and food add up quickly on top of the conference ticket. However, writing conferences are…
Hailey Huntington 