Business and Career Growth
Community
No writer builds a career alone. This program focuses on the importance of networking, professional organizations, writing groups, conferences, and peer support. Discover how meaningful community connections can strengthen craft, open doors, and sustain long-term growth.
Courses
Advocates for Writers: Understanding the Role of the National Writers Union
Paul McArthur explores the mission and work of the National Writers Union, explaining how the organization supports writers through advocacy, fair contracts, and professional representation across the publishing industry.
Building a Writing Community That Truly Supports You
Bob Mangeot, Maggie Toussaint, and Robby Bryan share practical insights on building and sustaining a supportive writing community. They discuss networking, collaboration, and ways to foster meaningful connections that encourage growth and creative exchange among writers.
Finding Your People: How Book Country Helps Writers Connect and Grow
Lucy Silag introduces Book Country, Penguin Random House’s online community for writers. She explains how the platform helps authors share feedback, connect with peers, and build meaningful momentum in their publishing careers.
The Power of Connection: Building Relationships That Sustain Your Writing Life
Michelle Kubitz, Gay Yellen, James R. Hannibal, Lisa Malis, Sara Wigal, and Sherry Stout explore why networking matters for writers and how authentic relationships can shape a lasting career. They share practical ways to build meaningful professional connections and become an active part of the literary community.
The Team Behind the Writer: Why You Can’t Do This Alone
Roberta Rogow moderates a thoughtful conversation with Angela K. Durden (also known as Durden Kell), Julie Schoerke, Kerry Peresta, Ryan Fox, and Victoria Raschke about the power of collaboration in a writer’s journey. They explore how critique groups, publicists, and professional networks support growth and contribute to long-term publishing success.