NEXT WEEK WRITING Contests, Grants/Fellowships, and Residencies for Authors Sept. 16, 2025 1:30 PM Eastern Award-winning writer Jeanne Lyet Gassman will review how contests, grants, and more can boost your career, where to find opportunities, and how to make your submission stand out. Save Your Spot
UPCOMING PUBLISHING Proposal Packages: The Secret Weapon to Ignite a Bidding War Sept. 23, 2025 1:30 PM Eastern Bestselling author Derek Taylor Kent will show you how to get the book deal of your dreams with a killer proposal package, no matter the genre. Save Your Spot
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED PUBLISHING Independent Book Publishing Guide: What Must an Author Do? Book advisor Beth Kallman Werner reviews the ins and outs of publishing on your own. Click here for all previously recorded webinars VIEW
ASK SHEILA! Q&A Blog Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending? by Sheila Manna In this week's blog post, Sheila reviews the benefits of attending writers conferences, shares where authors can find directories of upcoming conferences, and advises how writers can make the most of these events. To access all previous blog posts, CLICK HERE. READ
WRITING CRAFT WRITING People-Watching is Necessary for Writing by Rob Franklin Critically acclaimed writer and teacher Rob Franklin shares how his writing is often influenced and informed by the world around him. view
RESOURCE MARKETING Why Authors Should Buy a Website Domain Name, and How to Choose One by Author Learning Center A free domain name provided by a website building platform may be a good place to start, but if you are ready to build a strong online presence long-term, read this article to find out how to purchase a custom domain name. VIEW