| Doors Open Registration |
7:45 AM |
Authors and Guest |
Welcome and registration for all attendees. |
| Breakfast Meet And Greet |
8:00 - 9:30 AM |
Authors and Guest |
Grab a nutritious breakfast to kickstart the day and make friends |
| Welcome and Overview of Changes in the Literary World |
9:45 - 10:30 |
David Hearne |
What is selling - new avenues to explore. Important information on who are the readers. |
| Discussion of writing Nonfiction |
10:45 - 11:45 |
Cathy Post & David Hearne & Others |
A discussion of helpful tips on writing and marketing a successful nonfiction book. |
| Lunch |
12:00 - 1:00 PM |
Authors and Guest |
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| Connection between Authors and Music Writers and the struggle for recognition |
1:00 - 2:00 |
Will Wesley Song writer, Singer and Musician - Currently on tour |
Wesley speaks on how to rise from obscurity to recognition as a writer or artist. A journey that many aspire to but few complete. |
| Literary Publicity and Book Marketing Services that Skyrocket Success |
2:00 - 3:00 |
Jennifer Vance Marketing Director for Books Forward |
A discussion of how to get your book noticed |
| All about publishing with a reputable publisher |
3:00 - 4:00 |
Jo A. Wilkins Publisher
CEO and Acquisitions
Editor for Mystic Publishers, Inc
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Everything you need to know about dealing with publishing companies and getting your book published. |
| From Book to Film - "The Sound of Violet" Story |
4:00 - 5:00 |
Allen Wolf
Author of "The Sound of Violet" and responsible for the creation of the movie
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Allen discusses how he was able to make his book "The Sound of Violet" into a great movie. |
| 9th Annual PenCraft Book Awards Some surprises for the guest. |
7:00 -10:00 |
All Authors and Guest |
Dinner & Presentation of Awards |
| After Event Party |
10:00 : 12:00 |
Music by Will Wesley |
Kick back and Celebrate |
