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4 reasons why attending writing conferences will help you become a better writer.

Last October, I attended the Writer’s Digest Writing Conference in Los Angeles, CA. It was my very first writing conference, and I was quite nervous. I had just completed the first draft of my novel and saw an opportunity to get better before starting the editing process. I felt that I needed to attend a Writing Conference because I never want to stop improving my writing skills when given a chance.  Like many writers, I’m not exactly comfortable with social gatherings with perfect strangers. So, attending this conference was both exciting and terrifying. Or so I thought it would be.

 

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Find out how to prepare for a Writing Conference.

Writing Conference

At the end of the month, I’ll be attending the Writer’s Digest Writing Conference in Los Angeles, CA. I’ve never been to a Writing Conference before and the idea of being in a room full of writers, editors and agents is intimidating to say the least. Attending such event is an incredible opportunity to grow as a writer, educate yourself on the publishing industry, and network to get your book in front of the right people. Ultimately, everyone wants to make this experience enjoyable and profitable.

So, how can we prepare to make this experience the best it can be? I found quite a few interesting articles, videos and comments among other things that can be applicable to any Writing Conference.

Here is a summary of the best advice I found:

 

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