I have attended two American Christian writers conferences, but each one involved a tremendous amount of preparation. This was complicated by having to travel from South Africa. If you are planning to go to a conference soon, here are a few articles I have collected that may help you, and some URLs you can follow to find out more.
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How Do I Pack for a Writer's Conference? by Terry Whalin
posted: 25 October 2009
Terry Whalin, mutli-published author who used to be a literary agent, has taught at writers conferences across the US and Canada, so he should know what to pack and what to leave out.
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The Dreaded Author Platform by Rachelle Gardner, Literary Agent
posted: 23 September 2009
It has never been more crucial for authors to play a major part in marketing themselves, BUT it has never been easier. Read Rachelle Gardner's suggestions.
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Organised Chaos by Shirley Corder
posted: 6 September 2009

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I have completed over 90 devotions for my cancer devotional book. Now all I need to do is find them . . .
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Verbal Pitch by Julie H. Ferguson
posted: 12 July 2009
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Prepare to Pitch by Shirley Corder
posted: 8 July 2009

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Learn how to pitch your writing. For a conference, an editor, or dear old Aunt Jemima.
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Why a Writers' Conference? And Which One? by Marcia Yudkin
posted: 18 June 2009
Tips on how to choose a writers' conference, and is it really worth it?
See what Marcia Yudkin has to suggest.
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