Pre-Conference Workshops

ONLINE SALE OF PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS IS CLOSED. Friday, June 26, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. The 2009 Conference features four pre-conference Pitch Workshops taught by an agent or editor. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to pitch your manuscript or non-fiction book proposal from an experienced veteran of the publishing industry. Each two-hour workshop will focus on the following: * Pitching your book to an agent or editor face-to-face * Speaking confidently about your work * Getting to the heart of your story/idea quickly and effectively * Describing your book in an engaging and exciting way * Identifying your genre and potential audience * Finding the right "hook" * Avoiding common mistakes