The Superstars Writing Seminar (March 19-21 at the Pasadena Convention Center) is an intensive series of lectures unlike any other typical writer’s workshop.  I’ve listed the full list of panels and talks we’ll be giving on just the first day, shared by myself, David Farland, Rebecca Moesta, Brandon Sanderson, and Eric Flint.  If you’re a serious aspiring, or even established, writer, I hope you’ll be interested in joining us.

FRIDAY, MARCH 19

9:00
Econ 201 for Writers: Economics of Commercial Publishing (Eric)

Understand the foundation of how commercial publishing works, from advances, royalty rates, printing, bookselling, distribution and returns.  What do all those things on a royalty statement mean?

10:00
Inside Editors: How editors look at manuscripts, novels & short fiction (Dave, Kevin, Eric)

Learn how to make a great first impression when your story or novel lands on an editor’s desk, how editors look at submissions, and how you can get an edge on the slushpile competition.

11:00
“Dirty Secrets”—What you need to know about being a Professional Author (Kevin & Rebecca)
What are the key things that separate the amateurs from the pros?  How to look, act, and *be* a professional and how to be taken seriously in the publishing world.

12:00–1:30  LUNCH

1:30
From Slushpile to #1 New York Times Bestseller in 4 Years (Brandon)
Discover the steps to success by following the true story of how an unknown author went from “wannabe” to unseating Dan Brown in the top slot of the New York Times bestseller list.

2:30
Intellectual Property: How to Exploit Yours (Dave)
Your creation can be more than just words in print. Learn how to explore other options to expand your intellectual property, from graphic novels to games to merchandizing.

3:30
Balancing Acts: Writing World & Real World (All)
While working to become a successful professional author, how do you juggle the conflicting demands of jobs, family life, and and other commitments?  We’ll show you how to be productive and focused even with the distractions of the real world.

4:30
Brainstorming Improv: Real-Time Creation of a Story (Kevin, Eric)
An interactive audience experience where the Superstar authors guide you through plotting and brainstorming to come up with story after story.  Business focus on how to write to order if someone invites you.

…And two more full days, Saturday and Sunday.  For further details and to sign up, go to www.superstarswritingseminars.com