Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Conferences

I mentioned before that I'll be attending my first writing conference in May, the LDStorymakers conference. I'm a little nervous. Especially because I also signed up to pitch to an agent. Eep! Cue nervous nail biting and embarrassing armpit sweating. I have no idea what I'm supposed to do while at the conference. They are offering a bunch of free workshops and I'm not sure which ones to attend. I would love to know what your experiences were at your first conference. And if you will also be there in May, please let me know. I'm scared I'm going to end up being the weirdo in the corner holding my notepad against my chest with wide eyes while I watch everyone else mingle and have fun. I'm attending the Saturday workshops, so if you'll be there, let's meet up. Please. And also, any suggestions on pitching to an agent are much appreciated. Not sure how all that works, I've got the gist of it, but more tips are welcome.
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  1. RuApril 3, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    I loved Storymakers last year and I'll be there on Friday this year! The boot camp is really great, I would sign up for that if I were you. :)

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  2. Jennie BennettApril 3, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    First of all you not be a weirdo, second of all, you will LOVE IT!! I went last year and it was a blast. When you get there, you'll be surprised at how many people you know (such as myself)and even if you can't find me everyone is super-duper nice. I bet you'll figure out which classes you want once you're there. Plus, people will gladly suggest the best speakers. I'll be on the lookout for you. I'm giving a pitch as well so maybe we can practice on each other :) Also, if you're going to be there Thursday me and David Powers King are hosting a party at the provo library, Here's the deats if you want to come - https://www.facebook.com/events/259468414187318/

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  3. Rachel SchieffelbeinApril 3, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I've been to a couple conferences, but never pitched an agent at one. Good luck! I wish I was going to storymakers! I've seen a lot of people are going. You'll have so much fun!

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  4. Kerri CuevApril 3, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Good luck pitching. I don't think I could do it, I'd be fumbling over words ahhh. Ok, I didn't help ease you so here is some virtual candy :)

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  5. Carrie ButlerApril 3, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    I'm so jealous, Prerna! I've never been to a conference, but they sound like a blast. Have fun! :)

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  6. mshatchApril 3, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    oh good luck to you! I'm very envious - I've never been to a conference before. I bet you'll have fun :)

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  7. Sheena-kay GrahamApril 3, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Free workshops rock.

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  8. AnonymousApril 5, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Just prepare a short pitch. They'll ask questions after that, and it will fill up the time. Good luck!

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