by Bethany Jett, @betjett Does anyone else overpack for writers conferences? Next week we'll cover what to bring to the conference, but today let's cover what we need to have with us when we leave our hotel rooms. Just like "writing tight" is one of the hardest skills to hone,…

We have several contests in conjunction with the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and today we're announcing the finalists in two of them. Be sure to help us spread the word and congratulate your friends. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@EvaMarieEverson #writing "]2016 Selah Award Finalists and Editor & Agent of…

For those who’ve known me for any length of time are aware that organization isn’t my strong suit—at least not in the conventional meaning. My desk is covered in stacks of paper and the walls of my office are papered with rainbow hued sticky notes. It’s a system that works…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson Attending a writers conference can be a stressful undertaking—even for a seasoned writer. A lot of writers have gravitated toward our profession because we’re not comfortable with crowds, especially crowds of strangers. That’s why I’m posting this series on writing conferences. It’s not to add to…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson Every year, we have some last minute additions and/or deletions to our faculty. This year's no different. But I think you'll be as excited as I am to see who we've managed to add. Be sure to check the faculty and classes pages for last-minute changes. Life…

By Bethany Jett, @betjett Whether it’s your first or fiftieth writers conference, there are some "best kept secrets" about how to get the most out of your conference. Here are 10 Insider Tips: Bring Business Cards This is the time to network. Pass them out like they’re candy. Your name badge…