WriterCon William Bernhardt

LIVE FROM THE WRITERCON CRUISE 2024! Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview agent Katharine Sands, SF/Fantasy author RJ Johnson, and USA Today-bestselling Romance writer Lauren Smith.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
This has been our largest group of cruise-writers yet, and we've had a wonderful timne working with them.

Chapter 2: Testimonials
Some of the WriterCon Cruisers share what they loved most about this adventure.

Chapter 3: News
1) Amazon Accused of Spying on Retail Competitiors
2) Internet Archive Appeals Ruling Prohibiting Digitization of Books Without License

Chapter 4: Interview
Premiere literary Agent Katharine Sands, USA Today-bestselling author Lauren Smith, and SF/Fantasy author RJ Johnson (Dreamslinger and others) talk about their adventures in the writing world. During this chat, you will learn:
1) how to write the book you love while also paying attention to the market;
2) the road ahead for publishing;
3) the rise of romance, fantasy & horror;
4) how to break into publishing;
5) how the role of the agent has changed; and 
6) breaking into foreign rights—on your own.

Chapter 5: Parting Words
The next big event on the WriterCon calendar is the WriterCon Retreat, July 17-21, at the Canebrake luxury resort not far from Tulsa, with pool, hot tubs, spa, yoga, golf training, hiking trails, and most importantly, writing instruction. The classes, rooms, and food are all packaged together at one low price. This is where you get direct feedback on your work in progress as well as great information and instruction. Visit the website for more info!

The WriterCon annual writers conference is Labor Day weekend (August 30-September 2) in Oklahoma City at the Renaissance Waterford. Over 50 speakers, over 70 sessions, need-to-know info on what's happening in the writing world, plus great writing tips. ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS till the Early Bird pricing ends, so register now!

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (Lara Bernhardt has the week off) discusses the latest news from the book world, offers writing tips, and interviews Chaz Ebert, CEO of Roger Ebert Digital (named for her late husband, the Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic) and author of the new book It's Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity Through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion and Kindness.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
Bill mentions that James Patterson is hosting a new television show on unsolved mysteries. You can imagine Jesse's reaction.

Chapter 2: News
1) Meta (Facebook) Considered Buying Simon & Schuster—so its AI Could Scrape the Books
2) Storiaverse App Presents a New Storytelling Form—and is Looking for Writers

Chapter 3: Interview with Chaz Ebert
During this warm and witty chat, you will learn:
1) how her late husband encouraged her to write;
2) what it means to give a FECK;
3) how to be a gamechanger;
4) how strangers come together in the name of love; and
5) how she broke into writing books—and songs.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
Join us for the WriterCon Retreat at the fabulous Canebrake luxure resort from July 17-21. In addition to the writing instruction, you will received specific feedback on your work in progress—with lots of time left to enjoy the resort and get some writing done in a beautiful location. www.writercon.com/retreat/

William Bernhardt's next book, Justice For All, is a battle royale between two Bernhardt series characters—Daniel Pike and Kenzi Rivera. You will be able to pre-order it soon.

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Jake Lynch, author of action/adventure and spiritual novels including his latest, Broken to Beautiful.

Chapter 1: Openting Thoughts
Bill and Jesse ruminate about why tax season is particularly hard for writers.

Chapter 2: News
1) Entangled Signs Self-Published Authors
2) Spotify Offers an Audiobook Access Tier

Chapter 3: Interview with Jake Lynch
During this chat, you will learn:
1) how he makes your pulse rate rise;
2) why he writes inspirational books as well;
3) how he conducts ressearch;
4) the importance of saving editing for later; and
5) how anime figured into his work.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
WriterCon is Coming! Our annual writers conference takes place Labor Day weekend (August 30-Sept 2, 2024) in Oklahoma City. And if you register now, you'll get the Early Bird price, which will save you at least $100. We’ve got more than fifty speakers already lined up—authors, agents, publishers, book marketing experts, and much more. Visit www.writercon.com to learn more.

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview S.L. Dooley, fantasy author of The Cold Moon Carnival and many other books.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
Everyone is getting ready for the 2024 WriterCon Cruise, departing April 21!

Chapter 2: News
1) Poetry Had Its Best Year Ever in 2024
2) Author Accused of "Creepy" PR Requests

Chapter 3: Interview with S.L. Dooley
During this chat, you will learn about:
1) whether dragons are required for fantasy;
2) integrating fantasy and faith and family;
3) how role-playing games influenced her work;
4) why she loves old books and journals; and
5) her unique process for sparking ideas.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
The 2024 WriterCon Conference is in OKC over Labor Day weekend. Register now to get the Early Bird prices!

Looking for something smaller where you can get direct feedback on your work? Come to the WriterCon Retreat in Branson MO.

William Bernhardt's latest novel is Partners in Crime, but his next novel, Justice For All (the 8th Daniel Pike legal thriller) will arrive in late May.

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.

William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com 
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Thomas Hauser, sports writer and author of the new momoir My Mother and Me.

Btw, the sad whining you hear during the interview is our dog, Baxter—sad because no one is paying attention to him while we record, but otherwise fine.

Chapter 1: Opening Thougbts
Jesse's fave, James Patterson, is publishing many more books, including legal thrillers. Jesse is not happy.

Chapter 2: News
1) Dead Celebrity Books Written by AI Flood Amazon
2) Brandon Sanderson Gets Better Deal at Audible—For Everyone

Chapter 3: Interview with Thomas Hauser
During this chat, you will learn:
1) why he wrote about his mother;
2) why he doesn't stick to a single genre;
3) the book-to-movie process;
4) knowing Muhammed Ali; and
5) the importance of social justice.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
WriterCon is coming! The conference is Labor Day weekend, August 30-September 2, in Oklahoma City. We have over 50 speakers lined up, authors, agents, publishers, marketers, assistants, and much more. The website has been revised and updated, so please check it out now, while you can still take advantage of the Early Bird prices! www.writercon.com

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.

William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Bharati Sen, author of My War My Child.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
Looking forward to the WriterCon Cruise...

Chapter 2: News
1) NY Pub Veterans Create a New Publishing House
2) Author Sues Amazon over Pirated Book Sales

Chapter 3: Interview with Bharati Sen
During this chat, you will learn:
1) how she wove history into her novel;
2) how she tells stories unique to women;
3) the difference between short stories and novels;
4) how to conduct historical research; and
5) the importance of finding your passion.

Chapter 4: Closing Thoughts
Cruise registration has closed, but we're still offering a small-group retreat in Branson in July, and of course, the big WriterCon conference in August/September over Labor Day weekend. Take advantage of the Early Bird prices and save $100 while you can!

Subscribe to WriterCon Magazine. The March issue comes out this week!

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com