Three
cheers for you. You’ve decided to come to the Wordsowers conference here in
Omaha.
Perhaps this is your first conference and you're wondering, “What do I do now?”
We’re
glad you asked! Here is a friendly reminder-checklist for you. We don’t want
you to forget anything. We’ll also be posting about many of these things individually.
Stay tuned!
v Register.
v Invite a friend.
It’s always more fun when shared. But don’t worry if no one is able to join
you. You’ll make lots of new friends here.
v Write. Write.
Write. Pull out that manuscript you want to find a publisher for. Get a
critique team and polish that piece till it’s better than you thought possible.
v Prepare your One
Sheet. Your one page pitch you’ll give to your editor or publisher when you
meet with them.
v Research editors/publishers
who will be attending and skyping. Decide ahead of time who would be the best
fit to represent or publish your manuscript. Tailor your pitch for them.
v Order your business
cards! Make sure you bring plenty! At Vista Print you can get basic cards for
only $10. Don’t wait till the last minute. This, by far, beats exchanging handwritten
information. And it is professional. (Hints: Put your picture on it. Make it
easier for people to remember you. Use a professional picture.)
v Examine your
goals for coming. Is it to find a publisher? To make new writing friends.
Education? If you are aware of your expectations, it will facilitate you
reaching your goals as well as guard against frustrations and stress.
v Prepare your
heart: Pray. Breathe. Relax. Anticipate good things happening April 24-25, 2015
in Omaha, NE.
Have you attended a writers conference before?
Do you yhave a piece of advice for those who haven't?
Is this your first writers conference? Do you have any concerns or questions?
