Novel Writing Virtual Conference

Writer's Digest is pleased to present an exclusive virtual conference for novel writers!

On January 22-23, our Novel Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from SIX award-winning and best-selling authors on the finer points of how to write a novel. Spend the weekend learning techniques for honing your craft skills, refining your characters, exploring the future of publishing, and getting the tools you need to advance your career as a writer from six different published authors*, then (if you choose) pitch your novel via query letter to a literary agent. The agent will provide you with a personalized critique of your query – and maybe ask to see more.

Experience the education, camaraderie, and opportunities provided by a live writing conference without ever having to leave your home!

All participants will benefit from:

• SIX all-new, one-hour webinar presentations provided by award-winning and bestselling authors*, all examining different aspects of writing novels. Each session will include an opportunity for live Q&A with the authors!
• A critique (with written feedback) of your query letter from an agent with experience.
• A bonus 90-minute On Demand webinar covering how to write a query letter so you’re prepared when pitching your novel to agents. (A $79.99 value!)
• The ability to network with fellow writers via discussion boards that will be open throughout the weekend. Share ideas, and even your work if you choose.
• Unlimited OnDemand viewing! All conference sessions will be made available for download in the week following the live presentations. Even if you can’t attend every session live, you will be able to view each lecture on your own whenever you choose.
• Learn valuable techniques to hone your craft!

*Our craft-focused conference schedule is designed to provide the kind of education that all novelists can use to take their work to the next level. The following sessions are confirmed for the event. Click on the "Conference Schedule" tab at the website for the complete details on our lineup.

• 10 Ways to Ruin Your Characters by Jeff Somers
  Writers often struggle with creating characters who feel real on the page. But there are a few fundamental missteps that doom your characters—avoiding these mistakes won’t guarantee a bestseller, but will guarantee you’ll have interesting, well-developed characters.
• Crafting a Page Turner by Hallie Ephron
  In this session, Hallie will explore the elements that go into crafting a novel that readers can't put down.
• How to Lay the Groundwork for Writing a Series From the First Book by C. Hope Clark
  In this session, writers will learn how to lay the foundation in their first book to set up a novel series.
• Writing App Speed Dating by Michael La Ronn
  In this session, prolific author M.L. Ronn will cover the top features of the hottest writing apps on the market and help you choose the best fit for your writer personality.
• The Realities of Editing With a Publisher by Nathan Makaryk
  In this session, author Nathan Makaryk breaks down all the various stages of editing that take place with the editor, talks about the editing process, and tells his stories of that journey and how it differed from his expectations going in.
• How to Use Point of View and Voice to Shape Compelling Stories by Jennifer Givhan
  In this session, we will investigate how to captivate readers through one crucial element of voice: point of view.

Pitch Your Novel to a Literary Agent via a Query Letter

Join us for the live event and have a chance to get written feedback on your query letter from a literary agent who works with authors. Click on the “Participating Literary Agents” tab on the website for more information!

Register now to join us for this unique online event!