Below you will find a list of the various sessions scheduled during the conference. You can learn more about the speakers and topics to decide which sessions you would like to attend!
All times are in Eastern.
Friday
Time
Session Name
Description
Location
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Check-In
Check into the event space early, explore the tools, and get to know the tools so there are no surprises during the conference. This is unstructured time where you may explore all of the conference “grounds” and talk to people (or not!).
Whole conference space.
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Professional Speed Dating (Social Event)
This exercise is intended to match writers with industry pros for fifteen minute chunks to allow both parties to have a chance to chat and for writers to get questions answered!
The Lounge
Saturday
Time
Session Name
Description
Location
10:00am – 10:45am
Opening Ceremonies
A welcome to the conference hosted by the founders.
Discord Channel: “Official Events”
11:15am – 12:00pm
Heather Dewey Pettet — Balancing ND Life and Creative Work (Panel)
Join Heather Dewey Pettet and the rest of her panelists for a thought-provoking session on finding harmony as a neurodivergent individual while embracing your creative passions.
Conference Room B
11:15 – 12:00pm
Adam Saieed — Optimum States of Consciousness for Creatives (Speaker)
From flow to recovery, do a deep dive on the various states of consciousness creatives can use to maximize creativity, get the most of your rest cycles, and get the most out of your productive time. Business coach and writer Adam Saieed has studied the human mind intensively and is here to help you learn how to herd your cats… I mean brain… into a healthy creative life.
Conference Room A
1:00pm – 1:45pm
Malorie Cooper — Facebook Ads (Speaker)
Unlock the Power of Facebook Ads with NYT Bestselling Author Malorie Cooper! Discover insider secrets and learn how to effectively navigate the world of Facebook advertising to maximize your profits.
Conference Room B
2:15pm – 3:00pm
E. Prybylski — Finding Your Niche (Speaker)
Struggling to find your niche as an editor? Not sure what type of editing best suits your skills? We’ve got you covered. Join E. and gain clarity on your editing strengths and jumpstart your career.
Conference Room A
2:15pm – 3:00pm
Jayce Carter — Productivity and Creating Writing Routines (Speaker)
Join author Jayce Carter, in a focused discussion as she reveals the secrets to crafting sustainable routines and boosting your productivity as a writer.
Conference Room B
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Megan Harris — Writing Your Synopsis (Speaker)
Conquer the art of synopsis writing with Megan Harris, a seasoned editor. Megan will guide you through the process of crafting engaging synopses that hook readers from start to finish. Don’t let copywriting intimidate you any longer!
Conference Room A
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Rosanna Ienco– Imagination to Manifestation (Speaker)
Live the creative the life you were meant to lead with author Rosanna Ienco’s insights on creative visualization. Join her as she shares proven techniques for harnessing the power of visualization to manifest your dreams and desires. Elevate your writing to new heights with Rosanna’s guidance.
Cancelled
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Dr. Joe Weinberg — Harnessing the Power of Hyperfocus (Speaker)
Engage your productivity and achieve laser-like focus through hyperfocus. Learn how to harness its power, avoid its pitfalls, and gracefully handle those moments when you lose your flow.
Conference Room A
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Quinn from Author Ad School — Setting Yourself Up for Success With Amazon Ads (Speaker)
Take the mystery out of Amazon advertising with Quinn by your side. His expertise will guide you through the complex and confusing world of Amazon ads. Say goodbye to intimidation and hello to understanding. And (we hope) profit!
Conference Room B
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Info Dump Open Mic (Social Event)
This is a fun, social gathering where anyone and everyone will have fifteen minutes of mic time to share about their special interests. Tell us what you’re passionate about! Bonus points if it includes cat stories.
The Lounge
Sunday
Time
Session Name
Description
Location
10:00am – 10:45am
Leslie E. Heath — Body Trauma: How To Hurt Your Characters (Speaker)
Join Leslie Heath, a talented fantasy author and seasoned emergency room nurse, as she shares her insider knowledge on crafting authentic and compelling portrayals of medical issues in fiction.
Conference Room A
10:00am – 10:45am
Steven Puri — Flow States and You and Centered (Speaker)
What is flow, anyway? Stephen Puri, one of the founders of the Centered app, discusses flow and how you can use it to boost your creativity. He also discusses the tools available in the Centered app to help you achieve flow states more reliably.
Conference Room B
11:15am – 12:00pm
E. Prybylski: Planning Your Story for People Who Hate Planning (The Star Point Method)
Plotting your story is hard, and it can be a sticking point for many of us. Over-planning? Under-planning? What’s an author to do! E is here to help answer that question using the Star Point Method.
Conference Room A
11:15am – 12:00pm
O. Arsenoi — Creatives to Creators: Migration of Neurominorities From Art Through Tech (Speaker)
Explore how different sectors are embracing these unique qualities and how their policies and recommendations are driving innovation in the arts, technology, and beyond. Get a front-row seat to the cutting-edge ideas shaping the future of neurodivergence, creativity, and innovation.
Conference Room B
1:00pm – 1:45pm
Malorie Cooper — Living As Your Authentic Self (Speaker)
Embrace your unique identity and live life on your own terms with guidance from Malorie Cooper. As a neurodivergent individual, Malorie knows first-hand the challenges of navigating a world that doesn’t always accept difference. Join her on a journey towards authenticity as she shares practical tips for overcoming these obstacles and living your life to the fullest.
Conference Room B
2:15pm – 3:00pm
Dick Margulis — Manuscript To Print (Speaker)
Are you confused about the steps between completing your manuscript and hitting publish? If so, this is the session for you! Get a comprehensive understanding of the publishing journey and gain the confidence you need to make the journey from writer to published author with editor extraordinaire, Dick Margulis.
Conference Room A
2:15pm – 3:00pm
Dianna Gunn — Accessibility at Writing Events (Panel)
Discover keys to inclusivity. Join this expert panel as they tackle the challenges to designing accessible and neurodivergent-friendly spaces for conferences, author events, book signings, and more.
Conference Room B
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Dr. Joe Weinberg — Self-Editing for Authors (Speaker)
Self-edit with confidence! Explore the self-editing process with the expertise of Dr. Weinberg and learn the techniques you need in order to produce a manuscript that will be as clean as you can get it. (This will save you money with editors, too!)
Conference Room A
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Heather Dewey Pettet — Starting a YouTube or TikTok Channel if You are Camera Shy (Panel)
Let’s be honest: taking video of yourself can be terrifying. Particularly if you fear judgment. This panel talks about ways you can beat your fear and start your video channel on whatever platform you choose.
Conference Room B
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Closing Ceremonies
A thank you to all of our attendees and a recap of the weekend hosted by the founders.
