We will explore resources and services that local writing groups can offer metaphor.ink writers – as well as converse with two award-winning authors! We will speak with Sarah Archer and Landis Wade, hosts of the Charlotte Readers Podcast and published authors.

Metaphor-ink.com presents a writer's workshop for budding authors writing in the spiritual space. Participants will hone a personal essay in an intimate setting with Patrice Gaines, an award-winning writer, and author. Space is limited.

You've written, now what? We will explore the many steps between the points where you, as an author, produce the first complete draft of
your manuscript and the moment you hold your published book in your hands. Aspects of each step–obvious and subtle–can either help or hinder your audience’s interest in your work. Join award winning Fabi Preslar, Founder and President of Spark Publishing, share her insights with Q&A to follow.