Welcome to this week's Friday Faculty Five with Rhonda Rhea, Vicki Crumpton, and Jevon Bolden. Someone is made from the same metals as her bike. Someone is seriously lacking sleep (or was for 12 years, at least). And someone loves to say "Yes!" Find out who below. [tweet_box design="default" float="none"]Who…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson The 2017 Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference is almost here. We expect this to be a banner year and know that having each of you with us will make it extra special. We want to make certain you know what to expect, so this is…

by Bethany Jett, @BetJett There are two major networking opportunities at a writers conference. Sometimes we place a lot of emphasis on the faculty members, but I truly believe it’s crucial to get to know our fellow attendees. At my first writers conference, I listened as Eva Marie Everson introduced…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Many of us use social media marketing tools to reach others with powerful messages. A professional writer is constantly evaluating what she’s using to ensure they enhance her career. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@DiAnnMills #BRMCWC #socialmedia"]Best Author Tools for Marketing & Promotion[/tweet_box] We have four things to…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Is there something missing in your writing life? Could there be a surprise additive to the list of how to succeed in the world of publishing? Is mentoring another serious writer for you? I believe so. In fact, I know so. To be blessed, one must…

Welcome to our Blue Ridge Conference faculty five post for this week! Today we'll learn more about Cyle Young, Aaron Gansky, and Jesse Florea, all of whom hold more than one position (writer, agent, publisher, editor, teacher...) [tweet_box design="default" float="none"]3 Guys. 1 impersonates C. Walken. 1 plays Hippy Hop. And…