New Attendee Orientation
A welcoming, introductory session designed to help first-time attendees navigate the conference. We will cover logistics, networking opportunities, and strategies for maximizing your experience.
Pre-Conference Mixer
Structured fun to break the ice headed up by Andrew Winch, Sam Sleep, Lisa Pickle, and Sara Daniels. It'll be a great way to get to know people!
Indie vs. Traditional: Choosing (and Sequencing) the Right Path
A clear, concise guide to understanding the advantages of each publishing route—and how to strategically choose or combine them to build a successful author career.
Capturing Atmosphere
Learn how to make your atmosphere tangibly come alive by creating immersive scenes that engage all of the senses and invite your reader to experience the story in a deeper…
Making Magic with Reader Magnets
Demystify the most important pillar of author growth: the newsletter lead magnet. Learn how to create and implement high-value digital incentives that turn casual browsers into loyal, long-term subscribers.
Level Up Your Launch: Build Your Book’s Character Sheet with Epic Marketing Strategies
Organize your book launch like a character sheet by categorizing promotions into a manageable, gamer-friendly strategy. Build a custom timeline tailored to your strengths and genre so you can launch…
Writing Quality Fiction
What exactly makes a book Christian fiction? How can you craft a story that shines a light on a Christian worldview that’s excellent in both its craft and impact?
Crews and Codes: Digging Deeper with Character Relationships
Explore the chemistry behind iconic character pairings and learn how to write razor-sharp banter that fuels your plot. This session reveals how to align your hero’s relationships to sharpen tension…
Deep Viewpoint (Part 2)
Take your craft tools to the next level by applying deep viewpoint to character interactions and environmental descriptions. Learn to weave antagonists and settings together in a way that feels…