Join Me at a Reader or Writer Event!
When I took the Myers-Briggs personality test several years back, it pegged me as an “INFJ” type. The “I” in that stands for introverted. However, I didn’t rank far over on the introverted side. I was closer to the middle of the introverted/extroverted scale. For me, that means I get my energy from being alone. But I truly do LOVE gathering with other people. For that reason, writer/reader events have always been a highlight of my year. In my “regular” life here in Dallas, I only rarely come into contact with people who are passionate about Christian fiction. But when I attend conferences or events, I’m surrounded by fellow bookworms. We get each other. And it’s a gift to be with “my people” face to face.
Before Covid, I was in a fun event-attending groove. Then the pandemic hit and all the reader/writer events went away. When they started coming back, I didn’t intentionally block off time and budget for them and ended up attending just a few things these past four years. I’ve missed gathering in a more regular way. Which is why I’m delighted to have four wonderful events coming around the corner in 2024.
First up…
On April 13th, Faith, Hope & Love Christian Writers is offering Romance in April, a virtual conference for authors. I’ll be teaching on Secrets of Writing Un-put-downable Romance and giving an inspirational talk on Your Writing Journey. If you know a romance writer (or are a romance writer), here is where you’ll find more info.
Next up…
The Cascade Christian Writers Conference will be held in Canby, Oregon June 23-26. I’ll be participating as one of the keynote speakers and can’t wait to revisit the Pacific Northwest, one of my favorite parts of the country and the setting of my Bradford Sisters series. A few years ago, we took a family road trip from San Diego to San Francisco. Prior to this conference, I’m planning to continue up that same coastline with my husband from San Francisco to Portland. So excited! Register here!
Next up…
Deep in the heart of Texas, writers and readers will be enjoying a retreat together in October! This gathering is targeted toward readers of sweet and Christian romance. Twelve authors who write in those genres (including me and Pepper Basham) will be in attendance. Readers will be able either to stay over at the venue or join in just for the Saturday activities. Registration should become available soon! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram for updates.
Finally…
In Chicago in November, I’ll be attending The Art of Writing Conference and Christy Awards on November 14th. Followed on November 15th by the Just Read Rendezvous! Rendezvous is an event for Christian fiction readers. It promises to be a blast, so if you can make it to Chicago with your mom/sister/friend–please plan to be there! Information here.
Will you be attending any of the above? What do you love most about bookish events?
