Expert Advice To Help Write Your Novel

Experience the education, camaraderie, and opportunities provided by a live writing conference without ever having to leave your home!

Writer's Digest University is pleased to present an exclusive virtual conference for novel writers! On January 30 - February 1, our Novel Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from SEVEN award-winning and bestselling authors on the finer points of how to write a novel. Spend the weekend learning techniques for honing your craft skills, refining your characters, exploring the future of publishing, and getting the tools you need to advance your career as a writer from seven different published authors, then (if you choose) pitch your novel via query letter to a literary agent. The agent will provide you with a personalized critique of your query—and maybe ask to see more.

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If you want more online education, see the full list of WDU courses here.

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