American Christian Fiction Writers 2008; September 18-21, 2008; Minneapolis, MN

(MP3 Downloads) Set of MP3 Audio Recordings from the ACFW 2008 Annual Conference

Session ID: CW08-000d Product Type: Downloadable

$149.95

The Power of Premise; Natasha Kern

Session ID: CW08-152 Product Type: Downloadable

It can be challenging for even published writers to understand how premise drives their novels and how the internal and external story must work together--how EVERYTHING depends on this. When the indwelling story establishes that place where plot and char... Learn More

$9.95

CBA v. ABA; Dave Lambert

Session ID: CW08-151 Product Type: Downloadable

Do you wonder where your novels fit? Then come to this class and learn from experienced editor Dave Lambert how to tell exactly the best fit for your books.... Learn More

$9.95

Creating a Publishing Brand; Chip MacGregor

Session ID: CW08-150 Product Type: Downloadable

It seems like everybody in publishing is talking about "branding" these days -- but few seem to define it and explain to an author how to actually DO it. In this workshop, longtime industry insider Chip MacGregor will help you DEFINE what branding is, exp... Learn More

$9.95

Weaving Characters Together; Nancy Moser

Session ID: CW08-149 Product Type: Downloadable

Page-turning plots can be created by intersecting the storylines of your characters in amazing ways. This class will help you identify ways to do that in your writing.... Learn More

$9.95

Painting Historicals with Accuracy; Lena Nelson Dooley

Session ID: CW08-148 Product Type: Downloadable

Historicals may take place in another time and place, but they still need to be realisitc. This class will help you find the needed details to make your novel more authentic.... Learn More

$9.95

Let's Talk Dialogue; Donita Paul

Session ID: CW08-147 Product Type: Downloadable

Dialogue is a key component of any novel. What can you do to make yours sound more realistic and advance the story? Donita will share the ins and outs of making your dialogue sound right.... Learn More

$9.95

Marketing to Public Libraries; Judy Gann

Session ID: CW08-146 Product Type: Downloadable

Participants will gain information and tips on promoting Christian fiction in the public library: locating and connecting with libraries, presenting your books in a "library friendly" manner, and partnering with libraries for author events and writing wor... Learn More

$9.95

Working with an Agent; Steve Laube

Session ID: CW08-145 Product Type: Downloadable

More than a "do I need an agent" class, but an exploration into maximizing that relationship.

Intended for those curious about the agent-author relationship, those in the market for an agent or those seeking ways to work better with their cur... Learn More

$9.95

Don't Wear Your Emotions on Your Sleeve: Advanced Techniques for Writing Emotion; Susan May Warren

Session ID: CW08-144 Product Type: Downloadable

A reader doesn"t want to be told what to think and feel. They want to discover the story along with the characters -- embrace the lessons, experience the pain, rejoice with the victories. The best stories are the ones that invite the reader into the emoti... Learn More

$9.95

Writing the Inspirational Romance; Margaret Daley

Session ID: CW08-143 Product Type: Downloadable

In this workshop, Margaret will look at the different aspects of writing an inspirational romance from the beginning to the end.... Learn More

$9.95

Plot Shots; Janice Thompson

Session ID: CW08-142 Product Type: Downloadable

In this hands-on class for intermediate writers, multi-published Christian author Janice Thompson will give students a "photographic" approach to plotting their novels (any genre) in twelve easy "photography shots" (or "steps") and will lead the students ... Learn More

$9.95

YA Palooza ; Writing for Teens; Sarah Anne Sumpolec

Session ID: CW08-141 Product Type: Downloadable

Whether you are having angst-ridden dreams of writing a YA novel or are already deep into your plot, there are some pitfalls and questions you should consider as you venture into this YA world - because no, it"s not just a shorter novel - it"s YA, baby.... Learn More

$9.95

Publishing 101; Sue Brower

Session ID: CW08-140 Product Type: Downloadable

How does a publisher acquire books? Once acquired, what are the steps that will take the book from manuscript to printed page? What is expected from you the author? What should you expect from your publisher? These and many more qeustions will be answered... Learn More

$9.95

Multiple Deadlines: Blessing or Bane; Susan Page Davis

Session ID: CW08-139 Product Type: Downloadable

You were so excited to get that first contract. And then the second and third. But now you"re confronted with colliding deadlines that leave you wanting to pull your hair out. You"ve strived to reach multi-published status, and now your deadlines are maki... Learn More

$9.95

Tips from a Publicist: How to Get Ink, Airtime and Other Coverage for Your Books; Rusty Shelton

Session ID: CW08-138 Product Type: Downloadable

This discussion will cover a number of topics, including why publicity is important, how the process works (from the perspective of the author, publicist and media), how to set goals for your promotional campaign, tips for effectively working with a publi... Learn More

$9.95

Style Inventory; Margie Lawson

Session ID: CW08-153 Product Type: Downloadable

Margie Lawson shares tried and true techniques on how to work with your style to improve your books.... Learn More

$9.95

Zondervan: Inspirational Market Trends; Sue Brower, Andy Meisenheimer

Session ID: CW08-154 Product Type: Downloadable

Zondervan editors will provide insights into core Inspirational genres as well as mainstream genres. What"s selling and where is it selling? After reviewing these areas, they will open the chat up for dialog with participants... Learn More

$9.95

(MP3 CD-ROM) Set of Audio Recordings from the ACFW 2008 Annual Conference

Session ID: CW08-000 Product Type: Physical Disc

Learn More

$149.95

Getting it Done ; Allie Pleiter

Session ID: CW08-168 Product Type: Downloadable

Author Allie Pleiter--who"s had to work on as many as four books simultaneously--shares the nuts and bolts of how to manage your muse, set goals and deadlines, and successfully command the process of professional creativity.... Learn More

$9.95

Design & Marketing Demystified ; Dineen Miller

Session ID: CW08-167 Product Type: Downloadable

Whether you are published or unpublished, marketing is a vital part of your publishing process. Many writers and authors are inexperienced or uncomfortable with designing and/or choosing marketing materials that are both consistent with their brand or ima... Learn More

$9.95

Writing Buddies; Cara Putnam, Gina Conroy

Session ID: CW08-166 Product Type: Downloadable

Writing Buddies are the people who can carry you through dark valleys, keep you moving, and celebrate the victories with you. Come learn strategies for finding and keeping them.... Learn More

$9.95

Speculative Fiction; Jeff Gerke

Session ID: CW08-165 Product Type: Downloadable

An opportunity for the sci fi writers to get together and talk shop.... Learn More

$9.95

Cooking Up a Tasty Novel; Janice Thompson, Kathleen Y'Barbo

Session ID: CW08-164 Product Type: Downloadable

Through a variety of "Top Chef" inspired demonstrations, (complete with kitchen utensils and decor), multi-published authors Janice Thompson and Kathleen Y"Barbo will teach students how to "stir up" an appetizing novel, sure to tempt the taste buds of any... Learn More

$9.95

Brainstorming Blitz; Susan May Warren, Rachel Hauck

Session ID: CW08-163 Product Type: Downloadable

Are you stuck in your plotting? Is your character flat and lifeless? Do your spiritual issues seem too shallow? This informal, fun and interactive late night chat with award-winning authors Susan May Warren and Rachel Hauck will give you tools and questio... Learn More

$9.95

Colonel Mustard in the Library with the Lead Pipe; R. Gutteridge, S. Dunn, J. E. Nelson, R. Miller, V. Smith

Session ID: CW08-162 Product Type: Downloadable

In this panel discussion, published authors in a variety of mystery sub-genres--from humorous whodunits to breath-catching suspense--will reveal the clues you need to craft a killer mystery.... Learn More

$9.95

Tyndale: A Publisher's Perspective: From Manuscript to Book; Stephanie Broene, Karen Watson

Session ID: CW08-161 Product Type: Downloadable

Completing your manuscript and getting a contract may be two of the most difficult steps on the path to publication, but some of the most important steps happen between turning your manuscript in and when it appears on shelves. We'll talk candidly about c... Learn More

$9.95

The Big Questions That Authors Never Ask…But Should; Allen Arnold, Thomas Nelson

Session ID: CW08-160 Product Type: Downloadable

A lively discussion on the big questions that authors never ask publishing housesï¾…but should. AND the often-asked questions savvy authors would be best served to try and avoid. Think you know which are which? Don"t be so sure!... Learn More

$9.95

Working with Agents and Publishers; Joyce Hart, Terry Burns, Tamela Hancock Murray

Session ID: CW08-159 Product Type: Downloadable

Whether you've just finished that first book, you're a veteran writer who's going it alone and wonders what to expect from an agent, or somewhere in between, this is the late night chat for you. Hartline Literary agents will share their personal perspecti... Learn More

$9.95

Launch Your Writing Career with Barbour; Susan Downs, Rebbeca Germany, JoAnn Simmons

Session ID: CW08-158 Product Type: Downloadable

A beginner"s course aimed at teaching new authors how to build on a writing career launched by Barbour Publishing. ... Learn More

$9.95

Pitching Your Proposal Agent Panel; Chip MacGregor, Steve Laube

Session ID: CW08-157 Product Type: Downloadable

Authors will bring their one-sheets into the session, where three agents will review them and offer immediate feedback.... Learn More

$9.95

From Bleak to Chic: Dress for Success; Kelly Mortimer

Session ID: CW08-156 Product Type: Downloadable

You"ll exude confidence while pitching, public speaking, signing books, etc., when dapper dresser Kelly Mortimer helps you discover the appropriate clothing to dress your body for success whether you"re short, tall, thin, curvy, or... unmentionable!... Learn More

$9.95

Out of the Slush Pile: How to Sell to Steeple Hill; Emily Rodmell, Cheryl Wyatt, Dana Mentink

Session ID: CW08-155 Product Type: Downloadable

How to go from slush submissions to contracted author for Steeple Hill: One Steeple Hill editor and two or three newly-minted Steeple Hill authors share their stories and take questions.... Learn More

$9.95

Writing in Living Color; Sharon Ewell Foster

Session ID: CW08-137 Product Type: Downloadable

You"ve learned to build a scene, to tackle a chapter; you can learn to read and write multiculturally. Sharon will show you how to add richness to your characters as you write in living color.... Learn More

$9.95

You Write Like a Girl ; Handling the Male POV; Rachel Hauck

Session ID: CW08-136 Product Type: Downloadable

We"ve all read them. Books where the guy just didn"t sound like a guy. In this workshop Rachel will explore how to sound like a guy if writing in his point of view.... Learn More

$9.95

Anatomy of a Great Story; Susan Meissner

Session ID: CW08-135 Product Type: Downloadable

There are thousands of ideas and processes for creating a great story but just one basic five-point framework for fleshing it out. Susan will share her techniques in this class.... Learn More

$9.95

2-CD/MP3 Session Habits of the Healthy Writer (Day 1); Sharon Hinck

Session ID: CW08-117 Product Type: Downloadable

This class looks at aspects of the Christian novelist's work that can lead
to struggles such as self-absorption, discouragement, anxiety, perfectionism, obsession, and burnout, and offers a wealth of practical tips collected from a wide range of aut... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Police Procedural (Day 2); Mark Mynheir

Session ID: CW08-116 Product Type: Downloadable

Have any elements in your books that deal with police? Then this workshop is for you. Come and learn from this experienced officer and novelist how to get the details and procedures right in your books.... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Police Procedural (Day 1); Mark Mynheir

Session ID: CW08-115 Product Type: Downloadable

Have any elements in your books that deal with police? Then this workshop is for you. Come and learn from this experienced officer and novelist how to get the details and procedures right in your books.... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Taking Your Career to the Next Level (Day 2); James Scott Bell

Session ID: CW08-114 Product Type: Downloadable

Career planning for the long term novelist. Covering trends, marketing, agents, editors and the art of "keeping on."

Requirement:
a) Two published novels, listed on amazon.com (the second novel only needs to be listed as coming ... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Taking Your Career to the Next Level (Day 1); James Scott Bell

Session ID: CW08-113 Product Type: Downloadable

Career planning for the long term novelist. Covering trends, marketing, agents, editors and the art of "keeping on."

Requirement:
a) Two published novels, listed on amazon.com (the second novel only needs to be listed as coming ... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Advanced Fiction Writing: Writing the BIG Story (Day 2); John Olson

Session ID: CW08-112 Product Type: Downloadable

This comprehensive writing course covers four main areas: discovering and developing BIG ideas (high concepts), structuring compelling plots using BIG story drivers, creating BIG characters, and elevating your writing to make it more powerful and emotive.... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Advanced Fiction Writing: Writing the BIG Story (Day 1); John Olson

Session ID: CW08-111 Product Type: Downloadable

This comprehensive writing course covers four main areas: discovering and developing BIG ideas (high concepts), structuring compelling plots using BIG story drivers, creating BIG characters, and elevating your writing to make it more powerful and emotive.... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Deepen Your Story and Grab Readers (Day 2); Gail Martin

Session ID: CW08-110 Product Type: Downloadable

Dynamic, realistic emotion and deep POV bring characters to life, making them compelling and believable. Use setting to deepen characterization and set mood, then add these great characters to a realistic plot with a dynamic middle, and you'll have a nove... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Deepen Your Story and Grab Readers (Day 1); Gail Martin

Session ID: CW08-109 Product Type: Downloadable

Dynamic, realistic emotion and deep POV bring characters to life, making them compelling and believable. Use setting to deepen characterization and set mood, then add these great characters to a realistic plot with a dynamic middle, and you'll have a nove... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Avoiding the Slush Pile: Basic Steps for Strengthening Your Novel (Day 2); Deborah Raney & Tammy Alexander

Session ID: CW08-108 Product Type: Downloadable

Award-winning and bestselling novelists Deborah Raney and Tamera Alexander share their insights for how to get your manuscript past the slush pile and into an editor's or agent's eager hands. Writing a compelling novel isn't easy, but there are basic elem... Learn More

$19.90

2-CD/MP3 Session Avoiding the Slush Pile: Basic Steps for Strengthening Your Novel (Day 1); Deborah Raney & Tammy Alexander

Session ID: CW08-107 Product Type: Downloadable

Award-winning and bestselling novelists Deborah Raney and Tamera Alexander share their insights for how to get your manuscript past the slush pile and into an editor's or agent's eager hands. Writing a compelling novel isn't easy, but there are basic elem... Learn More

$19.90

Sunday Closing Remarks; Deborah Raney & Closing Keynote; Angela Hunt

Session ID: CW08-106 Product Type: Downloadable

Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With over three million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging f... Learn More

$9.95

Friday Keynote Address; Angela Hunt

Session ID: CW08-105 Product Type: Downloadable

Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With over three million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging f... Learn More

$9.95

State of ACFW Address; Robin Miller

Session ID: CW08-104 Product Type: Downloadable

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$9.95

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(MP3 Downloads) Set of MP3 Audio Recordings from the ACFW 2008 Annual Conference Session ID: CW08-000d Product Type: Downloadable Learn More	$149.95
The Power of Premise; Natasha Kern Session ID: CW08-152 Product Type: Downloadable It can be challenging for even published writers to understand how premise drives their novels and how the internal and external story must work together--how EVERYTHING depends on this. When the indwelling story establishes that place where plot and char... Learn More	$9.95
CBA v. ABA; Dave Lambert Session ID: CW08-151 Product Type: Downloadable Do you wonder where your novels fit? Then come to this class and learn from experienced editor Dave Lambert how to tell exactly the best fit for your books.... Learn More	$9.95
Creating a Publishing Brand; Chip MacGregor Session ID: CW08-150 Product Type: Downloadable It seems like everybody in publishing is talking about "branding" these days -- but few seem to define it and explain to an author how to actually DO it. In this workshop, longtime industry insider Chip MacGregor will help you DEFINE what branding is, exp... Learn More	$9.95
Weaving Characters Together; Nancy Moser Session ID: CW08-149 Product Type: Downloadable Page-turning plots can be created by intersecting the storylines of your characters in amazing ways. This class will help you identify ways to do that in your writing.... Learn More	$9.95
Painting Historicals with Accuracy; Lena Nelson Dooley Session ID: CW08-148 Product Type: Downloadable Historicals may take place in another time and place, but they still need to be realisitc. This class will help you find the needed details to make your novel more authentic.... Learn More	$9.95
Let's Talk Dialogue; Donita Paul Session ID: CW08-147 Product Type: Downloadable Dialogue is a key component of any novel. What can you do to make yours sound more realistic and advance the story? Donita will share the ins and outs of making your dialogue sound right.... Learn More	$9.95
Marketing to Public Libraries; Judy Gann Session ID: CW08-146 Product Type: Downloadable Participants will gain information and tips on promoting Christian fiction in the public library: locating and connecting with libraries, presenting your books in a "library friendly" manner, and partnering with libraries for author events and writing wor... Learn More	$9.95
Working with an Agent; Steve Laube Session ID: CW08-145 Product Type: Downloadable More than a "do I need an agent" class, but an exploration into maximizing that relationship. Intended for those curious about the agent-author relationship, those in the market for an agent or those seeking ways to work better with their cur... Learn More	$9.95
Don't Wear Your Emotions on Your Sleeve: Advanced Techniques for Writing Emotion; Susan May Warren Session ID: CW08-144 Product Type: Downloadable A reader doesn"t want to be told what to think and feel. They want to discover the story along with the characters -- embrace the lessons, experience the pain, rejoice with the victories. The best stories are the ones that invite the reader into the emoti... Learn More	$9.95
Writing the Inspirational Romance; Margaret Daley Session ID: CW08-143 Product Type: Downloadable In this workshop, Margaret will look at the different aspects of writing an inspirational romance from the beginning to the end.... Learn More	$9.95
Plot Shots; Janice Thompson Session ID: CW08-142 Product Type: Downloadable In this hands-on class for intermediate writers, multi-published Christian author Janice Thompson will give students a "photographic" approach to plotting their novels (any genre) in twelve easy "photography shots" (or "steps") and will lead the students ... Learn More	$9.95
YA Palooza ; Writing for Teens; Sarah Anne Sumpolec Session ID: CW08-141 Product Type: Downloadable Whether you are having angst-ridden dreams of writing a YA novel or are already deep into your plot, there are some pitfalls and questions you should consider as you venture into this YA world - because no, it"s not just a shorter novel - it"s YA, baby.... Learn More	$9.95
Publishing 101; Sue Brower Session ID: CW08-140 Product Type: Downloadable How does a publisher acquire books? Once acquired, what are the steps that will take the book from manuscript to printed page? What is expected from you the author? What should you expect from your publisher? These and many more qeustions will be answered... Learn More	$9.95
Multiple Deadlines: Blessing or Bane; Susan Page Davis Session ID: CW08-139 Product Type: Downloadable You were so excited to get that first contract. And then the second and third. But now you"re confronted with colliding deadlines that leave you wanting to pull your hair out. You"ve strived to reach multi-published status, and now your deadlines are maki... Learn More	$9.95
Tips from a Publicist: How to Get Ink, Airtime and Other Coverage for Your Books; Rusty Shelton Session ID: CW08-138 Product Type: Downloadable This discussion will cover a number of topics, including why publicity is important, how the process works (from the perspective of the author, publicist and media), how to set goals for your promotional campaign, tips for effectively working with a publi... Learn More	$9.95
Style Inventory; Margie Lawson Session ID: CW08-153 Product Type: Downloadable Margie Lawson shares tried and true techniques on how to work with your style to improve your books.... Learn More	$9.95
Zondervan: Inspirational Market Trends; Sue Brower, Andy Meisenheimer Session ID: CW08-154 Product Type: Downloadable Zondervan editors will provide insights into core Inspirational genres as well as mainstream genres. What"s selling and where is it selling? After reviewing these areas, they will open the chat up for dialog with participants... Learn More	$9.95
(MP3 CD-ROM) Set of Audio Recordings from the ACFW 2008 Annual Conference Session ID: CW08-000 Product Type: Physical Disc Learn More	$149.95
Getting it Done ; Allie Pleiter Session ID: CW08-168 Product Type: Downloadable Author Allie Pleiter--who"s had to work on as many as four books simultaneously--shares the nuts and bolts of how to manage your muse, set goals and deadlines, and successfully command the process of professional creativity.... Learn More	$9.95
Design & Marketing Demystified ; Dineen Miller Session ID: CW08-167 Product Type: Downloadable Whether you are published or unpublished, marketing is a vital part of your publishing process. Many writers and authors are inexperienced or uncomfortable with designing and/or choosing marketing materials that are both consistent with their brand or ima... Learn More	$9.95
Writing Buddies; Cara Putnam, Gina Conroy Session ID: CW08-166 Product Type: Downloadable Writing Buddies are the people who can carry you through dark valleys, keep you moving, and celebrate the victories with you. Come learn strategies for finding and keeping them.... Learn More	$9.95
Speculative Fiction; Jeff Gerke Session ID: CW08-165 Product Type: Downloadable An opportunity for the sci fi writers to get together and talk shop.... Learn More	$9.95
Cooking Up a Tasty Novel; Janice Thompson, Kathleen Y'Barbo Session ID: CW08-164 Product Type: Downloadable Through a variety of "Top Chef" inspired demonstrations, (complete with kitchen utensils and decor), multi-published authors Janice Thompson and Kathleen Y"Barbo will teach students how to "stir up" an appetizing novel, sure to tempt the taste buds of any... Learn More	$9.95
Brainstorming Blitz; Susan May Warren, Rachel Hauck Session ID: CW08-163 Product Type: Downloadable Are you stuck in your plotting? Is your character flat and lifeless? Do your spiritual issues seem too shallow? This informal, fun and interactive late night chat with award-winning authors Susan May Warren and Rachel Hauck will give you tools and questio... Learn More	$9.95
Colonel Mustard in the Library with the Lead Pipe; R. Gutteridge, S. Dunn, J. E. Nelson, R. Miller, V. Smith Session ID: CW08-162 Product Type: Downloadable In this panel discussion, published authors in a variety of mystery sub-genres--from humorous whodunits to breath-catching suspense--will reveal the clues you need to craft a killer mystery.... Learn More	$9.95
Tyndale: A Publisher's Perspective: From Manuscript to Book; Stephanie Broene, Karen Watson Session ID: CW08-161 Product Type: Downloadable Completing your manuscript and getting a contract may be two of the most difficult steps on the path to publication, but some of the most important steps happen between turning your manuscript in and when it appears on shelves. We'll talk candidly about c... Learn More	$9.95
The Big Questions That Authors Never Ask…But Should; Allen Arnold, Thomas Nelson Session ID: CW08-160 Product Type: Downloadable A lively discussion on the big questions that authors never ask publishing housesï¾…but should. AND the often-asked questions savvy authors would be best served to try and avoid. Think you know which are which? Don"t be so sure!... Learn More	$9.95
Working with Agents and Publishers; Joyce Hart, Terry Burns, Tamela Hancock Murray Session ID: CW08-159 Product Type: Downloadable Whether you've just finished that first book, you're a veteran writer who's going it alone and wonders what to expect from an agent, or somewhere in between, this is the late night chat for you. Hartline Literary agents will share their personal perspecti... Learn More	$9.95
Launch Your Writing Career with Barbour; Susan Downs, Rebbeca Germany, JoAnn Simmons Session ID: CW08-158 Product Type: Downloadable A beginner"s course aimed at teaching new authors how to build on a writing career launched by Barbour Publishing. ... Learn More	$9.95
Pitching Your Proposal Agent Panel; Chip MacGregor, Steve Laube Session ID: CW08-157 Product Type: Downloadable Authors will bring their one-sheets into the session, where three agents will review them and offer immediate feedback.... Learn More	$9.95
From Bleak to Chic: Dress for Success; Kelly Mortimer Session ID: CW08-156 Product Type: Downloadable You"ll exude confidence while pitching, public speaking, signing books, etc., when dapper dresser Kelly Mortimer helps you discover the appropriate clothing to dress your body for success whether you"re short, tall, thin, curvy, or... unmentionable!... Learn More	$9.95
Out of the Slush Pile: How to Sell to Steeple Hill; Emily Rodmell, Cheryl Wyatt, Dana Mentink Session ID: CW08-155 Product Type: Downloadable How to go from slush submissions to contracted author for Steeple Hill: One Steeple Hill editor and two or three newly-minted Steeple Hill authors share their stories and take questions.... Learn More	$9.95
Writing in Living Color; Sharon Ewell Foster Session ID: CW08-137 Product Type: Downloadable You"ve learned to build a scene, to tackle a chapter; you can learn to read and write multiculturally. Sharon will show you how to add richness to your characters as you write in living color.... Learn More	$9.95
You Write Like a Girl ; Handling the Male POV; Rachel Hauck Session ID: CW08-136 Product Type: Downloadable We"ve all read them. Books where the guy just didn"t sound like a guy. In this workshop Rachel will explore how to sound like a guy if writing in his point of view.... Learn More	$9.95
Anatomy of a Great Story; Susan Meissner Session ID: CW08-135 Product Type: Downloadable There are thousands of ideas and processes for creating a great story but just one basic five-point framework for fleshing it out. Susan will share her techniques in this class.... Learn More	$9.95
2-CD/MP3 Session Habits of the Healthy Writer (Day 1); Sharon Hinck Session ID: CW08-117 Product Type: Downloadable This class looks at aspects of the Christian novelist's work that can lead to struggles such as self-absorption, discouragement, anxiety, perfectionism, obsession, and burnout, and offers a wealth of practical tips collected from a wide range of aut... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Police Procedural (Day 2); Mark Mynheir Session ID: CW08-116 Product Type: Downloadable Have any elements in your books that deal with police? Then this workshop is for you. Come and learn from this experienced officer and novelist how to get the details and procedures right in your books.... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Police Procedural (Day 1); Mark Mynheir Session ID: CW08-115 Product Type: Downloadable Have any elements in your books that deal with police? Then this workshop is for you. Come and learn from this experienced officer and novelist how to get the details and procedures right in your books.... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Taking Your Career to the Next Level (Day 2); James Scott Bell Session ID: CW08-114 Product Type: Downloadable Career planning for the long term novelist. Covering trends, marketing, agents, editors and the art of "keeping on." Requirement: a) Two published novels, listed on amazon.com (the second novel only needs to be listed as coming ... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Taking Your Career to the Next Level (Day 1); James Scott Bell Session ID: CW08-113 Product Type: Downloadable Career planning for the long term novelist. Covering trends, marketing, agents, editors and the art of "keeping on." Requirement: a) Two published novels, listed on amazon.com (the second novel only needs to be listed as coming ... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Advanced Fiction Writing: Writing the BIG Story (Day 2); John Olson Session ID: CW08-112 Product Type: Downloadable This comprehensive writing course covers four main areas: discovering and developing BIG ideas (high concepts), structuring compelling plots using BIG story drivers, creating BIG characters, and elevating your writing to make it more powerful and emotive.... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Advanced Fiction Writing: Writing the BIG Story (Day 1); John Olson Session ID: CW08-111 Product Type: Downloadable This comprehensive writing course covers four main areas: discovering and developing BIG ideas (high concepts), structuring compelling plots using BIG story drivers, creating BIG characters, and elevating your writing to make it more powerful and emotive.... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Deepen Your Story and Grab Readers (Day 2); Gail Martin Session ID: CW08-110 Product Type: Downloadable Dynamic, realistic emotion and deep POV bring characters to life, making them compelling and believable. Use setting to deepen characterization and set mood, then add these great characters to a realistic plot with a dynamic middle, and you'll have a nove... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Deepen Your Story and Grab Readers (Day 1); Gail Martin Session ID: CW08-109 Product Type: Downloadable Dynamic, realistic emotion and deep POV bring characters to life, making them compelling and believable. Use setting to deepen characterization and set mood, then add these great characters to a realistic plot with a dynamic middle, and you'll have a nove... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Avoiding the Slush Pile: Basic Steps for Strengthening Your Novel (Day 2); Deborah Raney & Tammy Alexander Session ID: CW08-108 Product Type: Downloadable Award-winning and bestselling novelists Deborah Raney and Tamera Alexander share their insights for how to get your manuscript past the slush pile and into an editor's or agent's eager hands. Writing a compelling novel isn't easy, but there are basic elem... Learn More	$19.90
2-CD/MP3 Session Avoiding the Slush Pile: Basic Steps for Strengthening Your Novel (Day 1); Deborah Raney & Tammy Alexander Session ID: CW08-107 Product Type: Downloadable Award-winning and bestselling novelists Deborah Raney and Tamera Alexander share their insights for how to get your manuscript past the slush pile and into an editor's or agent's eager hands. Writing a compelling novel isn't easy, but there are basic elem... Learn More	$19.90
Sunday Closing Remarks; Deborah Raney & Closing Keynote; Angela Hunt Session ID: CW08-106 Product Type: Downloadable Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With over three million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging f... Learn More	$9.95
Friday Keynote Address; Angela Hunt Session ID: CW08-105 Product Type: Downloadable Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With over three million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging f... Learn More	$9.95
State of ACFW Address; Robin Miller Session ID: CW08-104 Product Type: Downloadable Learn More	$9.95

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American Christian Fiction Writers 2008; September 18-21, 2008; Minneapolis, MN

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