Faculty

Workshop Presenters, Editors, and Agents:
Their Workshops & Interview Information

	Loretta Barrett: Publisher, founder and president of Loretta Barrett Books, Inc., Loretta was formerly editor-in-chief of Anchor Books and vice president and executive editor at Doubleday. Her list of clients includes notable novelists Gary Birken, MD, Carol Goodman, Theresa Rebeck, M.J. Rose, Harold Schechter, Mariah Stewart, and Laura Van Wormer. She also represents other noteworthy authors such as Ray Kurzweil, Phil Plait, George Weigel, James Martin, and Raymond Arroyo. www.lorettabarrettbooks.com What I am looking for: Nonfiction: science/technology, money/finance, psychology, religion/spirituality, current events, history, nature/environment, women's issues, and biography. Fiction: largely mainstream and contemporary, particularly women's fiction, thrillers, action, suspense, and mysteries. No science-fiction or children's books. Workshop 11: "Authors & Agents: Find the Right Fit" - Learn how literary agencies work, including how they find their clients, what influences their choices, and exactly what they do for them. How should authors go about looking for the right agent? Where should authors be in the writing process before contacting a literary agency? What should a query letter include? Should authors go to more than one agency at a time? And, once they find an agent, what can they expect from their agent?
	John Borchardt: A freelance writer and lecturer, John is the author of over 1,100 articles published in magazines such as The Writer, newspapers, online, in encyclopedias, and columns for two magazines. His topics cover science, business management, job-hunting, careers, and human resources subjects. Author of the book Career Management for Scientists and Engineers, he is a professor, lecturer, and prolific freelance business, writing for companies and nonprofit organizations. I am eager to advise on any manuscripts pertaining to trade magazines. Workshop 6: "When Your Idea Well Runs Dry" - Sometimes it is hard to think of new article ideas. I will discuss strategies you can follow to generate new article ideas. These include recycling old queries, using press releases to get article ideas, converting your old sidebars into full articles, using writer's groups and online forum discussions to get article ideas, sending out letters of introduction rather than queries and selling reprints and reslants. We discuss each of these in detail. Workshop 25: "Magazine Writers Panel" - Hear from experienced magazine writers about getting published and making a living as a freelancer. Workshop 29: "Query Strategies to Maximize Income from Magazine Writing" - The basics of choosing magazines that publish the types of articles you are querying on are well known. However, you can take querying strategy several steps further to maximize your income.
	Paul Burt: Co-founder of Pen & Publish, Inc., with his educator/author wife Dee. Paul brings the power in book publishing to schools and nonprofits. Select individual authors and small groups benefit from their unique approach--book sales rather than author fees. Paul's vision of publishing's democratic future reflects P&P's "layers of value" and partnering emphasis. He combines a decade in publishing with a heart committed to win-win outcomes and beneficial projects. www.penandpublish.com What I am looking for: Any genre serving an educational purpose. Workshop 37: "Self-publishing panel" - Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing from experienced people in this growing market segment.
	Nancy Cleary: Founder/publisher of Wyatt-MacKenzie Publishing, Inc., the leading independent press for mom writers. Nancy has 20 years' experience as a book packager and branding expert with a BFA in graphic design from RSD. For the last five years, she has consulted with writers and taught classes on publishing options, book marketing, publicity, and author platform-building. www.wymacpublishing.com What I am looking for: Talented, optimistic, energetic authors in all non-fiction genres, especially Parenting, How-To, Business, Self-Help, Current Events, Contemporary Culture, and any unique trends/niches/platforms. I can advise on considering which publishing option is best, launching your own imprint (innovative self-publishing), author platform-building, marketing, publicity, as well as book packaging, merchandizing and licensing. Workshop 17: "Traditional Publishing Panel" - Editors and publishers from large and small traditional-style publishing houses will present the latest developments in the industry. Workshop 37: "Self-publishing panel" - Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing from experienced people in this growing market segment.
	David Cohen: Award-winning producer, David heads up Writers of the Round Table Press and was recently featured in the book Millennial Leaders as an emerging leader in Generation Y. David knows the world of film and television both behind and in front of the camera. His background includes producing a documentary with Academy and Emmy award-nominated director Peter Spirer. The film was released by Image Entertainment [DISK] in September of 2007. www.writersoftheroundtable.com Workshop 24: "Branding Yourself" - What does it mean to brand yourself in a profession with no rules, no hours, and no commercialized structure? Part of what makes branding so difficult for writers is that like most art forms, there is no formula for going about it. My hope is to shed some light onto the business side of the industry by showing how most distribution (publishing) models are determined and then teaching you how to work backwards from there.
	Caroline Cook: Caroline is editor at Rio Nuevo Publishers, a Tucson publisher that focuses on Southwestern regional nonfiction. An Arizona native and graduate of the University of Arizona, Caroline is happy to be working with all things Southwest! www.rionuevo.com What I am looking for: Western history and folklore; regionally-based cookbooks and cuisines; Native American culture, history, artifacts, and spirituality; General Trade nonfiction specific to the region; Western art, artists, architecture, and dŽcor; collectibles and photography; books of environmental interest to the region; natural history, wildlife, gardening, and nature. Workshop 17: "Traditional Publishing Panel" - Editors and publishers from large and small traditional-style publishing houses will present the latest developments in the industry.
	Carol Costa: Carol is an award-winning playwright and the published author of eight books, both fiction and nonfiction. Carol has worked as a newspaper correspondent, a literary agent, an artistic director, and an editor. Her feature articles have been published in many newspapers and magazines, and she is the director of The Reader's Theater in Tucson where playwriters may submit their work and listen to its production and receive comments from a live audience. What I am looking for: Would you like to experience a reading of your play? See me. Workshop 21: "Get Your Career in Gear: How to jump-start your writing career in fiction or nonfiction. Basic information on short stories, novels, scripts for stage or screen, nonfiction books and feature articles. Also includes tips on finding markets for your work.
	Susan DeBow: Professional writer for 12 years, Susan is a novelist, poet, columnist, and essayist writing eyeball to eyeball about culture, society, politics, humor, slice of life. Susan has taught workshops in Ohio, Arizona, Indiana, South Carolina, and Ireland. Her greatest writing pleasure is helping other writers find and hone their voice, teaching them how to make their work stronger, inspiring them, and helping them figure out where to market. Publications include Chicago Tribune, Family Circle, Christian Science Monitor, Cleveland Plain Dealer, Washington Post. www.SusanDeBow.com Workshop 15: "Keep Writing...Changing Genres" - It happens to the best of us. We become bored writing in the same format we usually do. We get stuck thinking we have written everything in every style, on every topic and there is no where to go with our writing but down. We begin dreaming about working at Starbucks. We get sick of our own writing voice and the mental process has become a drag. The good news: by experimenting in different genres, you will find new ways to approach writing. Workshop 25: "Magazine Writers Panel" - Hear from experienced magazine writers about getting published and making a living as a freelancer.
	Verna Dreisbach: Dreisbach Literary Management offers professional representation for distinctive voices. Verna is currently looking for emerging and experienced writers to build her list. She is an award winning published author who has been featured in books, literary journals, magazines, and newspapers. Her bachelor's degree in English, with honors, gives her an edge in the editorial and review process. Verna is currently pursuing a master's degree in English with a focus in creative writing and composition. www.Dreisbachliterary.com What I am looking for: Non-fiction and fiction: Commercial & Literary Fiction, Mystery, True Crime, Native American Indian Culture, Travel, International/Cultural Issues, Historical, Business/Economics, Spirituality, Health, and anything that truly inspires me. I am eager to talk with writers, and review manuscripts. Workshop 30: "Cutting to the Chase: Depicting Female Officers in Fiction" - Make your protagonist ring true. Discover what it takes to become a police officer and the challenges that women face in a predominately male field. Learn about the hiring process, the police academy, break-in and working a beat from a woman's perspective and experience. How are women perceived on the job? Does the job affect a woman's personal life? You will have the opportunity to ask your most intriguing questions.
	Bob Early: Editor, writer, and teacher of writing, Bob has served as editor for newspapers and magazines, primarily The Arizona Republic and Arizona Highways. He brings with him 17 years of teaching writing at Arizona State University, has served as a faculty member at scores of writers conferences from Alaska to the Caribbean, delivered hundreds of talks on writing effectiveness. Bob serves on the Northern Arizona University School of Communication advisory board. His workshops are a must for beginner writers, as well as experienced. I'll talk with people about story ideas and reporting techniques. Workshop 1: "Fixing Stories that Stink" - Some stories promise what they can't deliver. Some lack focus. Some miss the point. These are a few of the reasons stories fail. Learn how to correct these flaws and write stories that editors want. Workshop 13: "Selling Nonfiction in a Tight Market" - You not only have to write a good story, but it must be a piece the market wants. We'll offer some tips on how to pick topics that sell by seeing the market from the editor's point of view.
	Paula Eyklhof: Executive director for Harlequin and MIRA Books, Paula has worked on a number of series, as well as single title programs. Among other authors, she works with Brenda Novak and New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. What I am looking for: Series Romance of all types, single title, including suspense, nonfiction. I can discuss, give advice, on any type of ms. the company buys. Workshop 17: "Traditional Publishing Panel" - Editors and publishers from large and small traditional-style publishing houses will present the latest developments in the industry. Workshop 40: "The World of Romance" - Why does romance fiction have such a huge and enduring appeal? Learn about trends in series and single-title romance, get an update on Harlequin Enterprises and its various imprints, including MIRA Books, and find out what the editors are looking for and how to submit your manuscript. And if there's time, we'll discuss some of the mistakes we repeatedly see in submissions.
	Claire Gerus: A literary agent and consultant, Claire has been editor-in-chief of two publishing houses and executive editor at Harlequin, Rodale, Random House, Doubleday, John Wiley, Kensington, and Adams Media. Today, Claire is a book development consultant and literary agent. She sells books to every major publisher, most recently including Center Street Books (Hachette's Christian line), Kunati Books, Prometheus Books, John Wiley & Son, Leisure Books, Harlequin, Potomac Books, and Perseus Books. Claire is looking for fiction and nonfiction that will change readers' lives for the better. What I am looking for: Projects that will change readers' lives for the better, whether fiction or nonfiction - except memoir, children's, poetry, and essays.
	Marilyn Haight: Internationally-published business author and expert on Internet marketing, Marilyn shares her secrets to online sales success with authors who want to sell more books. This entrepreneurial Fortune-500 management consultant, trainer, author, and publisher teaches a profit-making approach to online book marketing designed especially for business-wary, non-techie authors. www.wordedwrite.com I will talk with attendees about free Internet book marketing, Saturday only. Workshop 2: "Free & Effective Internet Book Marketing" - Learn how to make your Internet book sales soar! Find out from Marilyn how to attract readers and get media attention, for FREE, while sitting at your computer! You need more than a Web site and online bookstore listings to succeed. All you need to know is how to write on a computer and search on the Internet--no other technical skills required. Develop an action plan during this workshop.
	Sam Henrie: President and founder of Wheatmark, Inc., a self-publishing service, Sam focuses on providing authors with the highest level of professionalism; unrivaled quality in products and services; and an atmosphere of support, encouragement, and open communication. A frequent speaker on the subjects of book marketing, book publicity, and self-publishing, Sam has expertise in new directions in production, distribution, publicity, and marketing in the world of book publishing. Sam is past president of the Arizona Book Publishing Association. See Sam at the Wheatmark table in the bookroom. www.wheatmark.com Workshop 22: "Three Ways to Publish" - You've finished writing your book. Should you submit it to a traditional publisher, use a self-publishing service, or publish it yourself? Authors have achieved bestseller status taking each of these three routes. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of each option, and determine which publishing path is right for you. Workshop 37: "Self-publishing panel" - Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing from experienced people in this growing market segment.
	Mona Hodgson: Mona is an award-winning author of 28 children's books and more than 600 pieces in 50-plus periodicals, including Real Girls of the Bible: A Devotional, and Bedtime in the Southwest. Mentoring other writers in a conference environment is one of Mona's favorite things to do. She comes with a wealth of knowledge on great break-in markets if you want to write for Christian magazines, as well as books. www.monahodgson.com Mona looks forward to looking at Christian work and all children's stories, and advising on publication. Workshop 7: "Great Break-In Markets" - Do you want to write for Christian magazines? Come to this workshop to discover the markets and formats most open to freelance writers. We'll discuss devotional magazines, church take-home papers, denominational magazines, and more. Explore the who, what, when, where, why, and how of writing for the periodicals in the Christian market. Workshop 23: "Building A Tree House" - Come to this workshop to learn how to build a book that young readers will want to climb into. Early Readers, First Chapter Books, and Middle Grade Books. Discover what they are, who their audience is, how to format books for readers and for editors, and how to propose them to an editor. Workshop 35: "Telling Stories to Little Ones" - Participants in this session will learn how to write, format, and market Board Books and Picture Books. We'll experience what they are and discuss their audience, favorite types and topics, as well as the submission format and process.
	Ken Lamberton: Essayist and memoirist. When Ken published Wilderness and Razor Wire, the San Francisco Chronicle called it "Éentirely original: an edgy, ferocious, subtly complex collection of essaysÉ" The book won the 2002 John Burroughs Medal for nature writing. Ken has published four books and more than a hundred essays in places like the Los Angeles Times, Arizona Highways, and The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2000. In 2007, he won a Soros Justice Fellowship for his fourth book, Time of Grace. www.kenlamberton.com Ken looks forward to meeting with anyone who loves essay writing - nature writing in particular. Workshop 9: "Nature Writing on the Edge" - Edges are where life adjusts, changes, and teems, a marginal region that exists without borders, physical or theoretical, a place where something new might evolve out of the muck. In this workshop we'll discuss writing about the edge, the wilderness in strange places--from landfills to prisons, sidewalk cracks to salad crispers. Eat lunch first. Workshop 25: "Magazine Writers Panel" - Hear from experienced magazine writers about getting published and making a living as a freelancer. Workshop 34: "Art of the Personal Essay" - From Montaigne to Dillard, book reviews to memoir, this is the personal essay as artform. In this workshop we'll discuss what the personal essay is and what it isn't. We'll look at some classic essays and we'll look at yours. So bring along your best (short) essay and maybe we'll "workshop" it, too.
	Jennifer Laughran: A children's book specialist for over a decade, Jennifer has been with Andrea Brown Literary Agency since 2007 and is quickly building a roster of top-notch clients. She is interested in helping dedicated authors build careers. www.andrearbrownlit.com What I am looking for: YA fiction and Middle Grade fiction especially. Will also look at picture books, chapter books, juvenile nonfiction.
	Victoria Lucas: Production manager of screenplays at major studios and independent film companies, including Imagine Entertainment, where she was a creative executive, Victoria became director of development and associate producer on independent films with Signature Pictures and April Productions. She helped develop and produce scripts as diverse as the religious thriller The Body, starring Antonio Banderas, the mystery The I Inside, starring Ryan Phillippe, The Black Dahlia, directed by Brian de Palma, and The Contractor, starring Wesley Snipes. www.lucasscript.com What I am looking for: Screenplays, treatments, or outlines Workshop 16: "The Perfect Pitch" - A great pitch can get your screenplay, novel, or idea sold in Hollywood. This workshop will provide an insider's guide to creating the perfect attention-getting pitch. We will explore techniques to help you feel confident pitching to anyone, anytime. Among our topics will be the 60-second "elevator pitch," the telephone pitch, and the often-terrifying pitch to a roomful of executives. You will also learn the five most common mistakes to avoid and how to write a great query letter.
	Marilyn Noble: Book editor, freelance writer, and managing editor of Sculptural Pursuit magazine, Marilyn is also the author of three cookbooks and leads writing retreats in Colorado, New Mexico, and Costa Rica. Her adventurous spirit and exploits in the business world and beyond have given her the background to write and teach about a wide range of topics. She lives in Denver, Colorado. www.visionarycolorado.com, www.sculpturalpursuit.com What I am looking for: Freelancers willing to write about sculpture, both contemporary and historic, also the business side of art and good places to see and experience sculpture. Also willing to give guidance on freelancing in general, book ideas and manuscripts, especially non-fiction. Workshop 10: "The Art Of The Interview" - In this confidence-boosting workshop, we'll explore all you need to know about landing and conducting polished interviews. How do I get my subject to open up? Do I really need to tape? How do I develop good questions? We'll talk about interview etiquette and how to put your subject at ease, along with how to get quotable quotes. Learn to enjoy the interview process so you can turn good interviews into great published articles. Workshop 25: "Magazine Writers Panel" - Hear from experienced magazine writers about getting published and making a living as a freelancer. Workshop 38: "Love To Cook? Write A Book!" - Writing a cookbook is a left-brain/right-brain exercise involving both creativity and attention to detail. In this workshop, you'll learn about recipe development, testing, naming, and writing. You'll learn how to develop a concept, create engaging headnotes, and prepare your manuscript for publication. Whether your goal is to be the Food Network's next star, or you simply want to compile a favorite recipe collection for your friends, this workshop will teach you the skills you need.
	Brenda Novak: A national bestselling author of 25 novels. Summer 2008 will see the release of her next three romantic suspense stories--Trust Me, Stop Me, and Watch Me--coming from Mira Books. www.brendanovak.com Brenda will be thrilled to talk with all romantic suspense writers. Workshop 31: "Emotion, the Heart of the Novel" - Through her stories, a writer has the power to reach into the very soul of a reader. But that's a pretty tall order. In this workshop, Brenda takes this abstract concept and breaks it down into several concrete methods a writer can use to tap into those universal emotions that touch us deeply and make a lasting impression.
	Daniela Rapp: An editor with St. Martin's Press, where she has worked for the past five years, Daniela got her start working for an international rights agent but found she preferred the editorial end of the business. Her list is a fairly eclectic mix of mysteries and thrillers, up-market women's fiction and literary fiction, history, language humor, memoir, and pet books. What I am looking for: Mysteries, thrillers, literary fiction/up-market women's fiction, pets, language-humor; writing, serious narrative non-fiction. Workshop 17: "Traditional Publishing Panel" - Editors and publishers from large and small traditional-style publishing houses will present the latest developments in the industry.
	Harvey Stanbrough: Harvey is a long-time special friend and professional member of SSA. Terrified to fly, he has risked his life to become one of our favorite keynote speakers, workshop leader, and an inspiration to hundreds of writers. He is also a poet, freelance writer, freelance editor, and the "book doctor" for the Wrangling with Writing Conference this year. His works have been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. He has finally moved to Huachuca City, Arizona, so he is available by car and safe landing. www.StoneThread.com As book doctor, I want you to bring the first seven pages of your manuscript, and find out what I can do to help. (Sign up early. He's going to fill up fast.) Workshop 8: "Writing Realistic Dialogue" - Various techniques to further enable the fictionist to suspend the reader's sense of disbelief through the use of realistic, non-linear dialogue and its nuances. Good for beginning, intermediate, and advanced writers. Workshop 36: "Writing Short Fiction" - A discussion of the five elements of fiction--setting, character, conflict, resolution, and suggestion (implication)--and their interaction in a limited space. Good for beginning and intermediate writers.
	Pari Noskin Taichert: Pari has worked as a PR pro for most of her professional life. She can't even get away from it in her fiction. Her New Mexico mystery series features Sasha Solomon, a prickly, reality-challenged PR consultant who helps small towns with tourism projects. Pari is a two-time Agatha Award finalist. Her newest book, The Socorro Blast, was published earlier this year. Unlike Sasha, Pari is married, has kids and leads a normal life. www.parinoskintaichert.com Workshop 14: "Get the Word Out" - Creating the attention your work deserves. In the noise of today's world, how do you garner attention for your work? We'll explore promotion options and how to find the ones that are best suited to your needs and personality. Specifics include defining terms; exploring PR tools; identifying media outlets; email pitches/press releases; and, if there's time, creating talking points. Workshop 33: "Keeping your mystery mysterious" - We've all read mysteries where the solution was apparent on page two. It's frustrating and disappointing. And, every mystery writer faces the same dilemma: how to provide enough information without giving everything away? In this workshop, we'll look at pacing, clue distribution, editing, and other considerations to ensure that your endings deliver a satisfying surprise while maintaining your reader's trust.
	Erec Toso: Author and director of the Southern Arizona Writing Project at the University of Arizona, Eric continues to study with his teachers, Luna the lovely yellow dog, and Ginger, the free range cat. With their guidance, he has written a memoir about a snakebite - Zero at the Bone: Rewriting Life After a Snakebite - as well as narrative essays and prose poetry. Erec is director of the Southern Arizona Writing Project at the University of Arizona. How I can help you: Come talk to me about your memoir, your story, its meaning. Let me help you dig to find the truth hidden in lived experience. My workshop is designed for all true storywriters. Workshop 12: "A Stranger to This Life: How to Find the Story Hidden in Lived Experience" - Memoir is driven by the story, and story develops meaning, weaves together significance. Most of the hard work of crafting an experience into a true memoir, a written piece of art, requires discovery of significance. In this session we will consider ways to tease the significance out of life's offering of incidents, moments, epiphanies, and puzzles. It is just the beginning, but can serve to crack open writing in which readers will find resonance.
	Carolyn Hayes Uber: President of Stephens Press, LLC, the book division of Stephens Media, which also publishes several dozen newspapers, magazines, and other publications around the U.S. including the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Stephens Press publishes a wide variety of subjects and multiple genres, often partnering with newspapers or other media organizations. Regional titles are a particular interest. While Stephens Press has focused primarily on nonfiction titles, more fiction is being added to the list. www.stephenspress.com What I am looking for: Nonfiction - all subjects, with a special interest in regional titles, Southwest subjects or themes. Fiction - children's, YA, adult. (No Sci-fi, Fantasy, Horror, Romance) Workshop 17: "Traditional Publishing Panel" - Editors and publishers from large and small traditional-style publishing houses will present the latest developments in the industry. Workshop 39: "Understand editing so publishers think you're a pro" - What's the difference between acquisition, developmental and copyeditors? How do you work with an editor? Prep a manuscript? Carolyn Uber leads authors through the process, sharing tips, techniques, resources and recommendations that will help you polish any manuscript. Whether you are sending out query letters, have a publishing contract in hand, or are planning to self-publish, a solid knowledge of editing is essential.
	John Vornholt: A popular novelist who has had several writing and performing careers, ranging from being a stuntman in the movies to writing animated cartoons. After spending 15 years as a freelance journalist living in Los Angeles, John turned to novels in 1989. He has published more than 60 books for both adults and children, including his popular Troll King series and a romance novel, Cupidity, under the penname Caroline Goode. John has written dozens of Star Trek novels. www.vornholt.net John would love to advise on ideas and plotting of your YA novel of any genre, and romance. Workshop 19: "Young Adult Fiction and Reluctant Readers" - An overwhelming need in middle-grade fiction is for books that appeal to reluctant readers. Second to fifth grade reading level is the battlefield to capture new readers, especially the boys. This fast-paced fiction requires more humor, action, horror, and storytelling than typical YA novels. John will talk about the market, using his Troll King series as an example. Workshop 32: "Fantasy is the New Science Fiction" - When even Grand Old Masters of Science Fiction are writing fantasy novels about magic swords and unicorns, how is any author going to sneak any real science fiction past a genre drowning in dwarves? Apocalyptic teenage angst, hardcore military SF, and steampunk are three of many niche markets that keep the spaceships flying.
	Cherry Weiner: A literary agent with a penchant for science fiction, fantasy, and horror, Cherry now handles all genres because she finds excitement and new stories almost everywhere. Among "all genres," she works with many well-known authors in the field of Romance, Westerns, and Native American Works. Some nonfiction has even crept into the mix, but no poetry. She tries not to handle children's and young adult manuscripts. What I am looking for: All genres except YA, children, poetry and nonfiction. Sunday Breakfast: "Why Agents Reject Manuscripts" - a short presentation.
	Andrew Whelchel III: Andrew is president of National Writers Literary Agency, part of Whelchel's larger Global Talent Representatives, Inc. He has placed writers with Dell, Random House, Waterbrook Press, McGraw-Hill, Black Heron Press, Putnam, and others, and created film deals with Warner Brothers, Cheyenne Entertainment, HBO, and others. Clients have included Emmy Winner Josh Kotzen from ABC Television, best-selling author C.J. Box (Open Season, Savage Run, Winterkill), Miller Racing Groups Dr. Pepper NASCARâ team, and work with Warren Miller Films. www.globaltalentreps.com What I am looking for: Everything, both fiction or nonfiction, but no Romance.
	Mike White: A nationally-recognized workshop leader, Mike created Ghost River Images to share advanced methods of prepress and book production. Since 1992 he has helped hundreds of authors successfully enjoy self-publishing while saving immense amounts of time and money. He provides self-publishing consultation, design, and pre-press services nationwide. www.ghostriverimages.com Mike will discuss self-publishing projects in any genre, including artists books, e-books, and self-published works. Workshop 17: "Self-publishing panel" - Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing from experienced people in this growing market segment.
	Bob Yehling: An editor, poet, author of five books, including the IPPY Award-winning Writes of Life and the Poetry Through the Ages website (www.webexhibits.org/poetry), and co-editor of the Freedom of Vision anthology, nominated for the National Book Award, Bob is an independent book and e-book editor, ghostwriter, and book proposal writer/consultant to clients nationwide, and magazine editor for 20 years. His experience covers the spectrum of the written word. www.wordjourneys.com Worried about your query letter, your proposal? Sign up for an interview with Bob. Let him help you fix it. Bob is also the alternate "book doctor" at Wrangling With Writing. Workshop 5: "After the Draft: Simple Self-Editing Tips" - You're finished writing your book. Great job! Now the real work begins--editing. This vital workshop covers a provided checklist of steps to take when editing completed drafts of manuscripts, from characters and dialogue to fact-checking, rhythm, and sequencing within paragraphs, and much more. Learn to create the polish to your hard work that knocks publishers and editors off their chairs--and ultimately, your readers. Workshop 25: "Magazine Writers Panel" - Hear from experienced magazine writers about getting published and making a living as a freelancer. Workshop 28: "How-To Books That Change Lives" - The key to writing a great how-to or self-help book is not to jump upon a trend and hope you find a publisher in need of a title, but to write with such knowledge and conviction that your book changes people's lives. This workshop presents ways to write practically and deeply, offering insight, examples, and action steps that not only inform readers but prompt them to make changes in some aspect of their lives.