Let's Hone Your Writing Skills

“Have you ever attended a writers group, a writers’ conference, or received any book coaching?” I asked the young author.

“Oh yes,” the woman replied. “I’ve studied the world’s greatest novels and consider their authors as my mentors. My novel will be a classic.”

When I read her manuscript, my heart sunk. It was a mess.

In my experience, authors who haven’t received outside instruction usually need coaching before their manuscript is ready for the copyeditor.

Simply put: Writers conferences make you a better writer. Attend more conferences, become an even better writer.

Every year, we plan our annual writers conference around the idea of equipping well-rounded writers. Two years ago, we planned our conference around platform-building. Last year, we designed our conference focusing on the cutting edge strategies for writing and selling books.

This year, we’re giving you an opportunity to hone your superb writing skills.

But that’s not all…

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Mastering Your Genre

A Deep Dive into Writing Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoirs, and Children's Picture Books

Illumify Writers Conference 2024

Saturday, October 5, 2024

8:30-5:00 p.m.

The Reel Factory Events Center

10488 W. Centennial Road

Littleton CO 80127

$89 Early-bird registration

Here are eight reasons why you need to attend the Illumify Writers Conference 2024:

1. Master Your Genre. Whether you're writing fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, or children's picture books, this conference offers deep dives into each genre, helping you refine your craft.

2. Expert-Led Workshops. Learn from experienced authors and industry veterans like Marianne Hering, Karen Bouchard, and Jayme H. Mansfield, who will share insider secrets, practical tips, and advanced strategies to elevate your writing.

3. Author Consultations. The first ten sign-ups at the event will receive a personal consultation with Larry Yoder, a former Macmillan book rep who has discovered countless bestselling authors.  

4. Discover Innovative Writing Strategies. During one of our hours, I’ll be leading my Write Better Faster: Unleash ChatGPT’s Writing Powers. To my knowledge, nobody else in the country is showing authors how to use ChatGPT to write faster and better. 

5. Publishing Insights. During another hour, Karen Bouchard will help you choose the best publishing option—traditional, self-publishing, or hybrid—in her Publishing Possibilities workshop. 

6. Troubleshoot Your Manuscript. Right after lunch, you’ll have an opportunity to get advice from our panel about how to overcome challenges you’re facing in writing your book. 

7. Engage Your Nonfiction Audience. I’ve spent my writing career focused on learning how to engage my readers. In my Hook Line and Sinker intensive, I’m going to share everything I’ve learned from my 27 years in the industry. You’ll discover how to write an introduction that pulls your readers into chapter one—and then how to keep them captivated until the end of the book. I can’t wait to share this new material!

8. Inspiring Interviews. At the beginning of the day, we’re going to interview bestselling author W. Michael Gear about how he reached 18 million in sales. To conclude the day, we’re going to interview Ann Van Hine about her touching story of losing her husband to the 9/11 tragedy—and how she continues to sell books across the country.

Last Tuesday I turned 60. I know, I know, I don't look a day over 35, but my mom insists I was born in 1964. To celebrate, I'm going to give a free written manuscript evaluation to the next six people who schedule a call with me—and then email their manuscript to mklassen@IllumifyMedia.com

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