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How to Make the Most of a Virtual Writing Workshop or Conference
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How to Make the Most of a Virtual Writing Workshop or Conference

By Kristy StevensonJul 26, 2021
WD Authors at WDC19
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Seven WD Authors You Don’t Want to Miss at #WDC19

By Amy JonesMay 28, 2019
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The Writer's Life

10 Favorite Writing Tips from Successful Authors

By The Editors of Writer's DigestMay 23, 2019
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7 Experiences to Look Forward to at the 2019 Writer's Digest Conference

By Jess ZafarrisMar 26, 2019
A former acquiring editor of children’s books at Little, Brown and Simon & Schuster, Sangeeta Mehta (@sangeeta_editor) runs her own editorial services company. She also founded and co-chairs the Editorial Freelancers Association’s Diversity Initiative and serves on the board of The Word, a nonprofit that promotes diversity in literature.
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19 Diversity-Focused Writing Conferences & Events in 2019

By Guest ColumnFeb 1, 2019
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3 Key Novel Writing Tips: Wisdom from the Authors Speaking in the 2019 Virtual Conference for Novelists

By Jess ZafarrisJan 18, 2019
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Writer's Digest news

N.K. Jemisin to Present Opening Keynote at Writer's Digest Conference 2019

By Jess ZafarrisJan 6, 2019
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Writing Articles

Fired Up: Robert Crais on Passion, Process and Plot Twists

By Jessica StrawserOct 3, 2018
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Writing Articles

Getting Started in Freelance Writing: Key Tips from Marketing Mentor Ilise Benun

By Jess ZafarrisSep 18, 2018
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Self Publishing

Insider Secrets for Indie Authors and Small Presses from Amy Collins of New Shelves Books

By Jess ZafarrisSep 14, 2018
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Science Fiction/Fantasy

Tobias S. Buckell Discusses Successful Writing Collaborations and the Elements of Powerful Sci-Fi

By Jess ZafarrisSep 11, 2018
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Children's

Zetta Elliott on Starting Her Own Imprint & Character Development in Children's Fiction

By Jess ZafarrisSep 5, 2018
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Writing Articles

indieLAB—a New Event for Entrepreneurial Writers

By The Editors of Writer's DigestAug 28, 2018
The Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing: A Practical Guide to Selling Your Pitches, Crafting Strong Articles, & Earning More Bylines
Writing Habits and Practices

With a Little Help From Our (Writing) Friends: How to Cultivate a Writing Community

By Kerrie FlanaganAug 22, 2018
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100 Writing & Publishing Tips from the 2018 Writer's Digest Annual Conference

By Jess ZafarrisAug 17, 2018
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There Are No Rules Blog by the Editors of Writer's Digest

4 Benefits of Joining a Writing Group

By Jess ZafarrisAug 2, 2018
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Publishing Insights

How to Prep for Pitch Slam

By Bob EcksteinJul 26, 2018
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Humor Fiction

"How do you get into writing comics? Write a comic." Eisner-Nominated Alex de Campi Talks Comics, Prose & Multidisciplinary Creative Work

By Jess ZafarrisJun 21, 2018
Writer's Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing: A Practical Guide to Selling Your Pitches, Crafting Strong Articles, & Earning More Bylines
Publishing Insights

Writing for Magazines: How to Land a Magazine Assignment

By Kerrie FlanaganJun 11, 2018
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The Writer's Digest Annual Conference: 4 Sessions to Help Refresh and Rejuvenate Your Writing

By The Editors of Writer's DigestJun 7, 2018
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Writing Articles

From ER Doctor to Novelist: Meet Kimmery Martin, Author of The Queen of Hearts

By Jess ZafarrisMay 22, 2018
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The Introvert's Guide to Writing Conferences

By Kerrie FlanaganMay 8, 2018
Many writers are paralyzed at the prospect of pitching their stories, but Script's editor, Jeanne Veillette Bowerman, wants to push you past those fears with concrete tips on how to successfully pitch agents at pitching events.
Submissions & Proposals

How and Why to Pitch Agents at Pitching Events

By Jeanne Veillette BowermanApr 30, 2018
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See Jeff VanderMeer at the Writer's Digest Annual Conference

By Jess ZafarrisApr 5, 2018