Writers Chat

Writers Chat Recap for June, Part 1

June 20, 2021
Writers Chat Recap

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

7 Ways to Destroy Your Speaking Career with Lucinda Secrest McDowell

It’s often been said that some speakers are writer, but all writers must speak. Whether you dream of speaking before large audiences one day or know that you have to speak as part of promoting your book, this episode is one you’ll want to watch. Lucinda shares seven tips on what NOT to do as well as seven positive things you should do to have event planners asking for you. Be sure to check out the replay and get tips on how to become a good speaker.

Watch the June 1st replay.

Lucinda Secrest McDowell is a storyteller and seasoned mentor who engages both heart and mind while “Helping You Choose a Life of Serenity & Strength.” She is an award-winning author which includes the Mt. Hermon “Writer of the Year” award. Whether coaching writers and speakers, pouring into young mamas, or leading a restorative day of prayer, Lucinda is energized by investing in people of all ages. As a communications teacher, she has served on the faculty of many writing and speaking conferences. You can connect with Lucinda on social media or at lucindasecrestmcdowell.com.

Word Weavers International: Why Critique is Vital to the Growing Writer

With Eva Maria Everson

Are you part of a critique group? Or are you like so many who shy away because they feel like they don’t know how to critique someone else’s writing? In this episode Eva Marie shares with us about the three pillars of Word Weavers International, community, critique, and conferences. In a critique group you are in a community that understands you and will encourage you. Critiquing the “cold sandwich” way helps and encourages writers to put their best foot forward at conferences. Whether you’re a fellow Word Weaver or in not, this episode is packed full of great advice and you will want to catch the replay for sure.

Watch the June 8th replay.

Bio

Eva Marie Everson is the multiple award-winning, bestselling author of both fiction and nonfiction. She is the president of Word Weavers International, the director of Florida Christian Writers Conference, the managing editor of Firefly Southern Fiction, and the contest director for Blue Ridge Mountains CWC (the Selah Awards/The Foundations). Eva Marie and her husband make their home in Central Florida where they enjoy their children and grandchildren. They are owned by one sassy cat. You can connect with Eva Marie on social media or at evamarieeversonauthor.com.

Writers Chat is hosted live each Tuesday for an hour starting at 10 AM CT / 11 AM ET
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