Drawing inspiration from their new book, Believe In the World: Wisdom for Grown-Ups from Children’s Books, Algonquin editor Amy Gash and literary agent Elise Howard offer motivation, support, and professional advice to everyone—from writers just starting out to those hoping to advance their careers, and anyone in between.

Believe In the World’s inspiring quotations from children’s books contain everything adults need to know about friendship, love, community, optimism, fear, perseverance, and, yes, writing and publishing. These two publishing industry veterans will explore how the advice in their book translates to the publishing journey.

This event is perfect for all writers, whether their readership is adults or children; and it will inspire anyone who simply holds their childhood stories close to their hearts.

What makes suspense so thrilling--writing it and reading it? Hear from four great suspense novelists about the art and craft of creating their spine-tingling books. We’ll discuss current trends in suspense, as well as the tricks and traps of creating thrillers that keep you up at night.

Panelists: Laura Sims, author of How Can I Help You, Libby Cudmore, author of Negative Girl, Lisa Williamson Rosenberg, author of Embers on the Wind, and Liz Alterman, author of The House on Cold Creek Lane.

Get cozy with your writing in our one-day winter retreat. Write in the casual comfort of The Co-Co in convenient, downtown Summit, NJ.

Join us for creativity-sparking prompts & craft sessions, writing project planning & goal-setting, and plenty of time to write throughout the day.

~Tuition includes breakfast and lunch~

Optional: Receive individual critiques on your work from one of TWC’s author-instructors. Start 2025 off write!

Get inspired by the beauty of spring with our one-day retreat in a truly magical new setting. Write in the comfort of the Environmental Education Center overlooking placid Branta Pond.

Take nature walks to inspire your writing. Join us for creativity sparking prompts, meditation, and much more!

~Tuition includes breakfast and lunch~

Optional: Receive individual critiques on your work from one of TWC’s author-instructors.

Get away from the suburban hubbub and dedicate a day to your writing!

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