Join us for a special brunch conversation with New York Times Bestselling Author, Rosanne Parry, and Top Literary Agent Fiona Kenshole. They’ll discuss Rosanne’s road to New York Times Bestseller, with over 40 weeks on the NYT List. Listen in as they discuss the joys, heartaches, and revisions that paved her path. We’ll end with a special wrap-up just for you, focusing on your next steps in your writing career.
Category: Wilwrite26 Online Track
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10 – 11AM Sunday Zoom 1: Poetically, short.
What happens when a poem steps off the page and onto the screen? In this workshop, you’ll learn the techniques and mechanics of screenwriting by turning a favorite poem into a short script. Bring three poems you love (no advance submission required) and choose one to transform into a screenplay for a short film. You’ll learn how to shape material that originated elsewhere, developing the collaborative skills essential to film and television, as you build an outline and begin drafting your short in proper screenplay format.
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9:30 – 10AM Sunday Belmont A/B & Zoom: Break
Coffee break! Fill up your cup and make plans fo that final session!
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8:30 – 9:30AM Sunday Zoom 3: Quiet Writing
We’re quietly writing on Zoom this morning. Come join us to get your words on the page.
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8:30 – 9:30AM Sunday Zoom 2: Voice, Wonder, and Whimsy: The Craft of KIDLIT
Join published authors and industry professionals as they discuss how to craft engaging stories that spark imagination and delight young readers. Gain insights into creative techniques that you can use to make your kidlit more memorable and enchanting.
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8:30 – 9:30AM Sunday Belmont B: Beyond the Book: Marketing that Moves Copies
What does it really take to sell a book? Listen in as published authors share their firsthand experiences, revealing the strategies that actually got their work noticed. Bring your questions! You’ll hear real-world stories, lessons learned, and creative approaches you can adapt to help your own book find its audience.
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7 – 8AM Sunday Windsor A: Yoga
Stretch your way into our final day! Comfortably designed for all levels (you can even practice in your chair!), Joy Lotus will help you stretch your muscles and spark your imagination, both in-person or on Zoom.
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7 – 9PM Saturday Zoom: Online Open Mic
It’s time: we’re passing the mic over to YOU! You’ve got five minutes max to share your excerpt with a supportive crowd of writers. It’s first come, first served, so fire up that Zoom link and get your name on the list. We can’t wait to hear your work!
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5 – 5:30PM Saturday Belmont Foyer: Drinks and Appetizers Before the Show
Kick off the evening with drinks, appetizers, and popcorn at our pre-show social hour. Mingle with fellow attendees and get excited for tonight’s Writer’s Room dramatic premiere. You’ll hear the work of our talented FilmLab writers brought to life by professional SAG-AFTRA readers in an unforgettable night. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your friends and find your seat.
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4 – 5PM Saturday Zoom 1: Workshop with a Literary Agent
On April 15th, we’ll announce our industry professionals. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting workshop.