Webinars

Upcoming Webinars:

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On-demand Webinars are now available! Browse the selection now, and learn from the Writer's Digest experts when you're ready - day or night! Have a question about Webinars? Check out the FAQ section at the bottom of this page.

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Using Social Networking Tools to Succeed

Session Status:	Accepting Students (Register Here)
Date:	Thursday, December 3
Length:	90 minutes
Price:	$99.00
Presenter:	Jane Friedman & Alice Pope

Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn. Are you using these sites? If not, you're missing out on both new opportunities and important information that helps you get published, as well as market and promote your books. In today’s tough environment, you have to be savvy and knowledgeable about online tools and activities, and understand how using these tools can attract the attention of editors and agents, while ensuring a potential publisher that you have what it takes to be a successful author.

This session will give you a step-by-step online tour of the most important social media tools available to you and the principles behind using them:

1. How to test your ideas through social media
2. How to learn about the preferences of agents/editors through social media
3. How to stay up-to-date on trends through social media that affect your success as a writer
4. How to use social media in an authentic way to market and promote your work
5. How to use social media to build your personal brand

After this session, you’ll know the next steps to take to either begin building your social network in a way that makes sense for you and your writing.

Join Us: Click Here to Register

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Effective Novel Hooks: How to Build One For Your Query Letter

Session Status:	Accepting Students (Register Here)
Date:	Thursday, December 17
Length:	60 minutes
Price:	$99.00
Presenter:	Jane Friedman

In most novel query letters, the make-it or break-it part is your novel hook, those 100 or so words that tell the agent or editor about your protagonist and the story problem. Most writers make the mistake of telling too much or telling the wrong things. In this webinar, you'll learn:

1. The 3 key elements you need in your novel hook (plus that special twist)
2. The most common errors that writers make when constructing a hook
3. How to ensure you use words that have the most impact and really resonate with a publishing professional
4. What overall things you should check for in your query that may devalue your novel hook

BONUS: All attendees will be invited to submit their novel hook (up to 250 words) for potential critique during the live event. Any hook over 250 words will not be eligible for critique.

Join Us: Click Here to Register

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How to Land a Literary Agent

Session Status:	Accepting Students (Register Here)
Date:	Thursday, December 17
Length:	90 minutes
Price:	$79.00
Presenter:	Chuck Sambuchino

1. Learn to identify and thoroughly research literary agents who are most open to reading and responding favorably to your work
2. Learn how to initiate contact, including writing a query letter, and pitching your ideas in a way that will spur a request for your manuscript or proposal
3. Get the inside scoop on what agents really look for in a new author
4. Find out the key websites and resources that will keep you on top of the newest developments in the literary agent community

Join Us: Click Here to Register


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WEBINAR FAQs

What is a webinar?

It is a live, online event that you view on your computer at a specific day and time. Think of it as a conference workshop right in your living room.

What are the technical requirements for participating in a webinar?
You need a computer and a reliable broadband connection, as well as Web browser software (e.g., Firefox, Safari).

What can I do during a webinar?

• hear the presenter deliver the workshop (via phone or VOIP)
• see visuals from the presenter’s computer (e.g., PowerPoint, web browser, or any document they wish to share)
• ask the presenter questions in real time
• interact with other attendees if you like

What if I have a technical problems getting into the webinar?
We have technical support on hand to help you. Nearly 100% of our attendees don’t have any trouble after we assist them. You can sign on at least 10 minutes before the session is scheduled to begin, giving you time to ask questions if you have any trouble.

What happens if I miss something during the webinar?
After the webinar ends, you will receive access to the recording for a year. You also receive copies of any documents that were shared during the presentation.