We have several contests in conjunction with the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and today we're announcing the finalists in two of them. Be sure to help us spread the word and congratulate your friends. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@EvaMarieEverson #writing "]2016 Selah Award Finalists and Editor & Agent of…

For those who’ve known me for any length of time are aware that organization isn’t my strong suit—at least not in the conventional meaning. My desk is covered in stacks of paper and the walls of my office are papered with rainbow hued sticky notes. It’s a system that works…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson Attending a writers conference can be a stressful undertaking—even for a seasoned writer. A lot of writers have gravitated toward our profession because we’re not comfortable with crowds, especially crowds of strangers. That’s why I’m posting this series on writing conferences. It’s not to add to…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson Every year, we have some last minute additions and/or deletions to our faculty. This year's no different. But I think you'll be as excited as I am to see who we've managed to add. Be sure to check the faculty and classes pages for last-minute changes. Life…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson I've had several people ask me what to expect when they have a fifteen minute appointment with an industry professional. Many even wonder if they should take advantage of an appointment. My answer? ABSOLUTELY. Even if you don’t have something to pitch, an editor, agent or even well…

by Vonda Skelton @VondaSkelton In this digital world of technology-over-paper, business cards remain strong. After all, those tiny little cards are often the only things agents, editors, and event planners have to trigger their memory of you. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@VondaSkelton #BRMCWC #pubtip"]A 13-point checklist for #Writing business cards that…