The Oregon Christian Writers Conference in Canby, Ore., is just around the corner and it’s been a year-long wait for me. Immediately after last summer’s conference I began counting down for the next one. It is a time unlike any other and I love all the chances I have to learn from those so well versed in their craft.

This time last year, I had an unpolished, weak 70,000 word manuscript, no website or blog, and high expectations. Well, I still have high hopes, but a fresh new novel of 94,000 words and a weekly blog and website. Now I’m a bit more prepared!

Aside from top-notch speakers and workshops, OCW offers an in-depth coaching class with the most amazing teachers. I am excited to find inspiration, friendships and writing tips at this conference and will be blogging my lessons learned throughout.

For more information about OCW, visit their website. Next time I chat, it will be from the conference!