Every year we are excited to be able to award writers scholarships. The money comes through our contest fees and donations. Scholarships are awarded on need and/or merit. Selections are made by a group of publishing professionals. Since we are dependent on the generosity of others, we are unable to…

The 2023 contests officially open on November 1, 2022. The BRMCWC contests and dessert extravaganza are among the highlights of BRMCWC. Every year gets better than previous years and we know this year will be no exception. We’re ready . . . are you? Whether you are published already or…

The 2022 Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference is over, and that means we’re hard at work planning the 2023 event. As word of this conference has spread, we’re getting more and more inquiries about being a part of the faculty. We have a limited number of faculty spots available…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Disappointments have a way of wiggling into our confidence, especially when our writing friends are at a conference, and we are at home. How does a writer survive? The following tips will help you overcome your sadness while providing tools to improve your craft. 1. Change…

by Lindsey Brackett @LindsBrac The Blue Ridge Christian Writers Conference is rapidly approaching and some of you will be attending for the very first time! That is so exciting. But whether it’s your first time or your fifth, there’s always something to learn. Here’s a collection of my favorite tidbits…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson One of the things we (me and Edwina) love to do here at BRMCWC is to encourage writers. And one FUN way we get to do that is through the Directors' Choice awards. It's grown from awarding the prize to a single group, to multiple categories.…