My First West Coast Genre-LA Creative Writing Conference Experience

Yes, this happened! At the end of last month, I spoke on two panels at the West Coast Genre-LA Creative Writing Conference, and interviewed on video by Keith Ogorek for his Author Learning Center.  The amazing organizer, Tony Todaro, who helms the Greater Los Angeles Writers Society (GLAWS)--where I'm now a faculty member--always thinks up such terrific writer-friendly topics. Here are the ones that I was honored to speak about (there was a third slated for Sunday, but I was unfortunately sick after the 2-day marathon and had to skip it):

How to Develop Your Memoir with Appeal to the Widest Possible Audience
What makes “Eat, Pray, Love,” “The Liar’s Club” or “Angela’s Ashes” garner dazzling reviews or make readers weep or howl with laughter? How do you impose order on a thousand memories? Why is it important to resist the temptation to summarize your life?



In this workshop, we’ll identify what makes great memoirs unforgettable, as well as identify moments from your own life: the lowest ebb, the most unusual, shattering, funny or triumphant incidents that reveal your character and move readers.


Things I Wish a Pro Had Told Me When I First Started Writing

Many aspiring writers waste time and brain cells when they first enter the world of writing professionally. Becoming a writer and then a published author is a steep, steep learning curve. Even for those with prior experience and previously published books, the rapidly changing landscape of the industry means you can easily make mistakes; in your writing, pitching, marketing and certainly when it comes to finding and signing a deal with a publisher or entering the shark-infested waters of the self-publishing pool. The aim of this session is to keep you safe, strong and smart as you progress in your work and career. Learn from industry pros many of the things you can avoid to save years of frustration and yes, brain cells, too.

PS - I've been asked back to speak on panels at their August Conference (same locale). Hope you can make it! Please stop by and say Hi!

Basic Info:

WC2 Presents Genre-LA Creative Writing Conference (Culver City) (3/29-31)

Now in its 22nd year, WC2 West Coast Writers Conferences presents the Genre-LA Creative Writing Conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. The conference features best-selling authors, editors, publishers, literary agents, publicists, and film industry experts.

“Each program is ideal for aspiring, active, and accomplished writers who want to improve the quality of their work and increase chances for success as an author,” said Tony Todaro, WC2 Executive Director and President/Co-Founder of the Greater Los Angeles Writers Society (GLAWS).

Behind the scenes, the Author Learning Center (ALC) will be videotaping interviews with selected presenters and panelists. Excerpts will be available on ALC’s website.

“Site visitors use our landing page to look for resources on a certain topic,” said Sheila Manna, Manager of Author Education. “We also use the videos to make learning content recommendations to our members.”

Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton | 6161 West Centinela Avenue, Culver City, California, 90230-6306

For more info: Website: WC2 West Coast Writers Creative Writing Conference Schedule

E-Mail: info@wcwriters.com | Phone: 310.379.2650

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