Join us Saturday, December 14, 2024
at La Hacienda Ranch Restaurant in Colleyville for our
ANNUAL HOLIDAY GATHERING
Bring a wrapped ornament ($10 or less) and join us for
FUN, FOOD, and FRIVOLITY!
Festivities begin at 11AM.
JOIN US SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2024 at 11AM
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Great is the art of beginning, but greater is the art of ending. ~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
What best sells your next book? The ending of your previous book! A satisfying ending ties together all the pieces of your novel – the character arcs, the relationship arcs, the plot, the carefully laid out details – and gives the reader a feeling of completion and satisfaction. They have trusted you with their time and emotions and have been rewarded with an ending that makes them sigh (and recommend your book!).
The journey resulted in a positive experience and they will be open to taking that trip again with you, with your next book. A good ending feels like a story never ends in a reader’s mind and heart, and that means a continued satisfaction that you are responsible for. What better marketing is there?!
We’ll discuss all the parts of your story that need to be considered as you end your book – everything from major character arcs to little details. We’ll consider the big and small in concluding your story in a satisfying way to make your readers happy!
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About Tere:
Tere Michaels writes happily ever afters in the big city – with heaps of snark, angst, and humor. Her focus is on characters and all the ridiculous ways they trip through life and love. She has written sixteen books, including her popular Faith, Love & Devotion series, and The Vigilante superhero saga. She has two new series: Broadway or Bust, and The Love Broker. Her most recent book is “Undead Love Story.”
She has been presenting workshops on the writing process for ten years. She has taught at the RT Booklovers Convention, Liberty States Create Something Magical Conference, and RWA online classes, and done presentations and workshops for chapters of RWA, Liberty States, Sisters in Crime, and Horror Writers of America, as well as being a frequent instructor at SavvyAuthors. She taught and managed the RT Booklovers Convention Boot Camp. She is a plot whisperer/consultant/developmental editor and writing coach.
Send her a message through her website (www.teremichaels.com), her business website (www.writergarage.com) or connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.
JOIN US SATURDAY OCTOBER 19, 2024 at 11AM
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Your opening chapters are a book’s first date with a reader. They’re going to make decisions on if this is the right match for them based on their first impressions. So how do we write engaging, enticing, informative first chapters that set up your story, your characters and keep readers reading?
In this workshop, we’ll discuss all the factors that go into creating a smart and effective start to your book.
We’ll also touch on additional topics such as POV, red herrings, worldbuilding and more.
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About Tere:
Tere Michaels writes happily ever afters in the big city – with heaps of snark, angst, and humor. Her focus is on characters and all the ridiculous ways they trip through life and love. She has written sixteen books, including her popular Faith, Love & Devotion series, and The Vigilante superhero saga. She has two new series: Broadway or Bust, and The Love Broker. Her most recent book is “Undead Love Story.”
She has been presenting workshops on the writing process for ten years. She has taught at the RT Booklovers Convention, Liberty States Create Something Magical Conference, and RWA online classes, and done presentations and workshops for chapters of RWA, Liberty States, Sisters in Crime, and Horror Writers of America, as well as being a frequent instructor at SavvyAuthors. She taught and managed the RT Booklovers Convention Boot Camp. She is a plot whisperer/consultant/developmental editor and writing coach.
Send her a message through her website (www.teremichaels.com), her business website (www.writergarage.com) or connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.
Saturday, September 21, 2024
11:00 am
IN-PERSON at La Hacienda
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Join us for our new fiscal year kick-off! We'll not only announce the new Board members, but also facilitate some enticing games to play to get the creative juices flowing. We'll also tackle the "Energy Pennies" game from Becca Syme (founder of the Better-Faster Academy), which helps you get what you need in your writing day. Create a sustainable life, clear the overwhelm and have a good time, all at once!
Lastly, we will also have an open forum where we invite people to share their goals for the year, what they hope to get out of the group, new ideas, suggestions to try throughout the year, and more! This is your chance to help us create the list of programs for the year, even potentially plan out writing retreats for those interested.
IN PERSON
at La Hacienda Ranch Restaurant, Colleyville
FOR
Learn how to leverage newsletter automations to grow your audience, increase engagement, and drive book sales. We'll explore the basics of email marketing automation, discuss essential automations authors could consider implementing, and discuss how to create personalized reader experiences so your readers get a unique and memorable experience.
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Crystal is building a marketing agency dedicated to providing the education and services indie authors need. Crystal’s foundational approach and strategic thinking allows her to help craft plans of action based on your needs, strengths, and goals. She is fluent in Clifton Strengths language and application and always seeks to develop strategic plans that will support each individual and business for long-term growth and sustainability.
She has 9+ years of advertising experience on Facebook™ and the Amazon AMS Platforms. Through the years she has worked with many clients and tracked data for $900,000+ personally in ad spend. She’s also run her own 6-figure fiction platform since 2012.
She's been married 20+ years, homeschools her two teenage daughters, and keeps the home zoo of chickens, rabbits, dogs, and hermit crabs alive and well. She’s a Ravenclaw and adores anything to do with Jurassic Park!
www.crystalkeymedia.com
crystal@crystalkeymedia.com
Instagram: @thecrystaljohnston
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In this class, you’ll learn how to harness the power of social media to establish and grow your author brand. We’ll cover essential strategies for creating engaging content, building a loyal audience, and effectively promoting your books. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your online presence, this course will provide you with practical tips and real-world examples to help you navigate the complexities of social media marketing.
We’ll explore various platforms like Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, and Threads, focusing on how to use each one to its full potential. You’ll discover the importance of posting regularly, keeping a social media schedule, and building off the followers you have. Additionally, we’ll delve into the importance of reciprocity on social media and why it’s more than just converting followers into sales. By the end of the class, you’ll have a clear roadmap for building a compelling author brand that resonates with your target audience and stands out in the crowded digital landscape.
JOIN US SATURDAY JUNE 15, 2024 at 11AM
and IN PERSON at
La Hacienda Ranch Restaurant in Colleyville
for
Brainstorming / Plot Help
Join your writer friends for the camaraderie that can only come from hanging out in person.
We'll also spend some time helping one another with
brainstorming and stuck plot points.
AI can be scary for authors - but there are some exciting tools that it unlocks, ones that won't intrude on your creative process or your book's rights. In this presentation, a bestselling author (and CEO of an AI tech company) will share how she uses AI in her research, marketing, and editorial processes - and how you can best protect your IP while still benefiting from the latest advancements in technology.
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Alessandra (AR) Torre is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of more than thirty romance and suspense novels. She is an Edgar Award nominee and has sold more than 3M copies of her books.
Since 2020, Alessandra has been the CEO of Authors AI, a company that uses artificial intelligence to aid in the editorial and book discovery process. In addition, Alessandra is the co-founder of Inkers Con, an annual events company for authors.
This program isn't just for romance writers!
Registration fees:
NTRW Members: $30 ~ Click Here to Pay
Non NTRW Members: $50 ~ Click Here to Pay
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Join us for an exclusive live workshop with Kaye Putnam, a renowned psychology-driven brand strategist who has revolutionized the way brands position themselves online. Specially tailored for the vibrant community of writers in Texas, this workshop is a rare opportunity to learn directly from a strategist who has successfully taught thousands of entrepreneurs through her online courses to build brands on truth, not fleeting trends.
Kaye’s unique approach to branding utilizes archetypes to define distinctive brand identities. She’ll empower you to position your brand effectively and build a compelling online marketing system that resonates with your target audience on a subconscious and emotional level. Whether you're looking to attract more readers or elevate your existing brand, Kaye’s insights will provide you with tools you need to captivate and grow your audience.
Don’t miss this chance to transform your brand and connect with your readers like never before.
Copyright and Contracts
Join USA Today Bestselling Author and lawyer Lauren Smith as she provides you an overview of what all authors need to know about copyrights, contracts, the role of agents, advance offers, trademarks and subsidiary rights. This workshop will benefit all writers, new and seasoned, as well as traditional and indie published authors.
If you’ve been wondering how to market your book without social media, this class is for you.
There’s a new trend brewing – authors quitting social media in favor of more creative ways to market their books and spending more time writing new books. But can you really quit social media? You bet. You just must get creative in other ways and this class will show you how.
This class is jam-packed with ideas and whether you want to get off of social media entirely, you’ve never been on social media, or just go social media-lite, you’ll benefit from the great many ideas and tips you’ll learn in this session!
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Penny C. Sansevieri, Founder and CEO Author Marketing Experts, Inc., is a best-selling author and internationally recognized book marketing and media relations expert. She is an Adjunct Professor teaching Self-Publishing for NYU. She is the author of 22 books, including From Book to Bestseller, How to Sell Your Books by the Truckload on Amazon, 5 Minute Book Marketing for Authors and How to Revise and Re-Release Your Book!
Join us January 20, 2024 at 11AM
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If you want to learn about A+ content on Amazon, then this is for you. Marie Tuhart will lead you through what A+ content is, the different types of A+ content, how to create A+ content in Book Brush and Canva, and how to upload it to your Amazon account.
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Marie Tuhart is a multi-published author of hot contemporary romance for readers fascinated by approachable alpha males in and out of the bedroom. Marie’s fun, safe and sexy stories offer a captivating romantic escape in the arms of likeable characters who know which buttons to push and which are off limits.
Go on, embrace the temptation…
https://www.marietuhart.com