The WritersBlock Symposium '24: To Write or Not to Write

The Inaugural event: The WritersBlock "Symposium '24: To Write or Not to Write?"

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Many entrepreneurs find themselves on an interesting albeit, in many cases, arduous journey.

Those journeys lead to interesting stories.

Those stories lead to “You should write a book!”

But should you? If you should how?

And what are the best marketing tools?

THE GOAL: To provide a keen discussion with experts covering all these queries and build your BIG BOOK DREAM in real time. 

THE DEETS:

• The event is targeted to early authors looking for guidance, direction & resources.

• Doors open at 10. The Symposium is 10:30-3 After party 3p+

• Approx. 40 attendees

• Up to 20 Authors

• At The Meeting Place in Farmers Branch Lunch & After Party beverages included Gift bag & attendee discounts 

THE SCHEDULE:

• DOORS OPEN AT 10! Grab a beverage network and get a jump on the day by visiting with other writers

• WELCOME from your host Sheryl Powers & Event Facilitator, Nickquolette Barrett

• SESSION 1 10:30-11:45: Should you write a book? Topics? Fiction Non-fiction technical? Mentors? Resources? With host Glenna Hecht

• BIG BOOK DREAM LUNCH 11:45-12:45P: Robert Hunt leads putting your book dream and into writing!

• Post your book dream on the BIG BOOK DREAM Board. Share ideas share resources collaborate with other aspiring authors. 

• SESSION 2 12:45-2P: You’re writing a book - HOW do you start? What options do you have? Length? Hard back soft back or e-book? Hosted by J. J. Checki, Lauren Midgley, Lee Colan.

• SESSION 3 2-3P: Let’s take it to market! Where’s the money? Self Publish? Use a firm? Budget? Setting expectations. Hosted by Robert J. Hunt & George Mayfield

• AUTHOR AFTER PARTY 3P+! Stick around and meet local authors ask them questions BUY their books and raise a glass!