WritersConnX 2023 Online Writers Convention

WritersConnX

WCX 2023 is a two-day online writer's convention featuring NY Times Bestsellers and some of the biggest names on Wattpad.

<h3>Welcome to the WritersConnX 2023 Online Writers Convention!</h3><p>Join us on <strong>Friday, November 10 and 11, 2023</strong>, starting at <strong>09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time </strong>for two days of inspiration, creativity, and invaluable insights into the world of publishing.</p>

<h3>Plus you'll have the chance to network with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and form meaningful connections that can propel your writing career to the next level.</h3>

<p>At WritersConnX 2023, we have curated a diverse lineup of renowned speakers, bestselling authors, and literary professionals who will share their knowledge and experiences through engaging presentations, interactive workshops, and lively panel discussions.</p><p></p><h3><strong>Panel Highlights:</strong></h3><ul><li>Getting your work discovered in a social media world.</li><li>Practical writing tips on plotting, editing, and fulfilling genre expectations.</li><li>How to find the right agent.</li><li>Writing for serials and webcomics. </li></ul>

<h3><em><strong>Whether you're an aspiring writer, bestselling author, or anywhere in between, this virtual event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow writers, learn from industry experts, and enhance your craft... and you get to do it from home!</strong></em></h3>

<h3>Be there for the launch of the latest WritersConnx anthology—<em>30 Days the Save the World</em>. There will be readings! Giveaways! And a chance to talk to the creators and authors!</h3>

Day 1

Keynote Address

Grab your enemies to loves, check there’s only one bed, and let’s all be stuck together as we discuss all things tropes. We’ll look at why they’ve endured, how they can be used to subvert reader expectations, the use of tropes in marketing both online and in traditional publishing, and our personal favourites.

All Things Tropes

For many authors, having the right agent can mean the difference between a good publishing deal and a bad one . . . or no deal at all. But choosing the wrong agent can delay or even damage your writing career. How do you decide if working with an agent will help you achieve your publishing goals? And how do you find the right one? What are agents looking for when they read your query? Taking Full Agency will give you valuable tips on navigating the query trenches and beyond as you forge a strong working relationship with your new agent

Taking Full Agency

As authors, we want readers to discover our work, and the key to discoverability online is the book cover. While it’s usually a tiny thumbnail, it must stand out and entice potential readers. In this panel of some of the most experienced and innovative cover designers on Wattpad, you will learn all the important aspects for creating professional covers.

A Book is Judged by its Cover!

This is what WritersConnx is all about! Networking! Meeting one another. During this time, we'll have author meet and greets, live readings, virtual expo booths with Bootcamp Mentors and the Online Novella Contest, and much more. Check out writersconnx.com for details!

Networking!!! Meet Authors + Bootcamp Mentors + Open Novella Project Team

Romance isn't just a genre; it's the secret sauce that spices up many narratives. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the enduring appeal and transformative power of romantic elements in storytelling. Whether it’s a stolen glance or a sizzling attraction, discover how to infuse your stories with the kind of romance that keeps readers turning the page.

The Power of Romance

Connecting with readers isn't what it used to be. Gone are the days of just a website and a newsletter, or the occasional social media post. The author-reader relationship is evolving, and your marketing strategy should too. Our panelists discuss fresh ways to engage readers, from Kickstarter campaigns to exclusive subscriber content and building reader communities in order to forge authentic connections in the digital age.

Rewriting the Author Marketing Playbook

Fear is universal, and for horror fans, nothing is quite as thrilling as a good scare! Join our panelists as they share their expertise and know-how on bringing this spooky genre to the page!

The Things that Scare Us

The world of online serials is rapidly growing more popular and diverse by the day! Have you ever wondered what nuances go into plotting and writing a long-running series? Join our panel of authors as they share their personal tips and tricks for making it happen!

Top Tips and Tricks of Online Serials

You made it to the end of Day 1! Now's the time we come together with a drink of choice and talk about all the fun stuff we learned today! Meet people! Have fun! Talk about upcoming projects!

The After Party

Day 2

Second Keynote Address

Every writer approaches their work in their own special way, but most can be divided between two camps; Pantsers and Plotters. Join us as we sit down with authors on both sides of writing methodology, and maybe some who dip their toes into both, as we discuss the pros and cons of each, why they feel their approach works best for them, and how they use it to craft compelling stories.

Pantsers vs. Plotters

We take a look at the writer's journey into Webcomics. If you've ever been curious about writing or adapting a story into a webcomic before, these writers have been there before and they have a story to tell. Too many brilliant panelists to even fit here! We also have Rodney V. Smith moderating and THE Sam Camp!

My Adventures in Webcomics

Publishing your book on your own can either be incredibly rewarding or incredibly frustrating. It's a lot of work, and whether or not it's worth it depends on how much effort you're willing to put in to be successful. Indie authors who are out there doing it talk about what it takes, and whether self-publishing is for you.

DIY Publishing - Is It Worth It?

Booktok, an enormous book-loving community within TikTok, has been responsible for the meteoric rise of numerous books that were previously undiscovered. How can you as a writer tap into that market? Authors that are currently active in that space discuss some of the things that work and don't work.

Video Promotion: Tik-Tok & Instagram

Think your story's done after the first draft? Think again. Editing is where the real magic happens. Our panelists break down the essentials, from self-editing hacks to collaborating with editors and critique partners. They've been through the wringer and came out the other side with tales to tell and advice to share.

The Art of Editing: Shaping Your Narrative

One of the ways we cultivate the WritersConnx community spirit is through our exciting anthologies. Sit with us as we chat with a few of our writers about their experience working on these massive community-building projects where they sculpt larger-than-life ideas into three thousand words. Who knows, maybe you’ll want to participate in the next one!

Rethinking Anthologies

Have you ever wondered what it takes to create characters that leap off the page and into your reader's hearts? Well, join us as WritersConnx author Debra Goelz interviews Muppet Performer David Goelz about how he has created so many beloved characters over the past 50 years.

Building Characters Piece by Piece

A frank discussion about the state of online publishing. We all have different needs from online publishing and the strategies are always changing. How do we as authors survive in an ever changing landscape where writers are continually being devalued? How do we claim our own agency?

Fireside Chat: What Lies Ahead

Like yesterday's party but bigger and better and funner! What? Funner can be a word. *Checks dictionary* Fun. I meant to say fun! See you all there!!!

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