Write Now Mapping Your Path to Publishing
A one-day mini conference for writers ready to move their projects forward. Learn your publishing options, connect with industry professionals, and leave encouraged and equipped.
Details
Date:
January 10, 2026
Time:
9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Venue
Cornerstone of Hope
253 N State St #200, Westerville, OH 43082
What You Can Expect
You have a story to tell. A blog post or article that won’t leave you alone. A book idea you’ve been meaning to pitch. A manuscript sitting in a folder, waiting.
But the publishing world? It can feel confusing, overwhelming, and lonely.
Write Now: Mapping Your Path to Publishing is a one-day gathering for local writers who are ready to stop wondering and start moving.
Whether you’re still shaping your idea, deep in a draft, or ready to pitch, this day is designed to give you clarity, connection, and confidence.
We’ll open with a devotional and close with prayer in a faith-friendly space where you can bring your whole self. In between, you’ll hear from five publishing professionals including a literary agent, an editor, and authors who’ve navigated the path you’re on.
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Details
Date:
January 10, 2026
Time:
9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Venue
Cornerstone of Hope
253 N State St #200, Westerville, OH 43082
Meet Your Hosts
Rachel Wojo is an author, speaker, and podcaster who helps people navigate hard seasons through faith and practical tools. She’s the author of Desperate Prayers and One More Step, and her Bible reading plans have reached over 4 million readers worldwide. Rachel knows the publishing landscape from multiple angles—traditional publishing, self-publishing, devotional writing, and content creation—and loves helping writers find the right path for their projects.
Bryan Crum is a storyteller, author, and speaker who believes everyone has a story worth telling. His upcoming book Neighbor, Love Yourself pairs humor with timeless wisdom, and much of his career has been spent helping people recognize the brilliant parts of their own stories. Bryan brings warmth, energy, and practical insight to every stage he takes.
Seating is limited. We encourage you to register immediately.
JOIN US!
If you’re craving thoughtful support for your writing — the kind that helps you move forward without losing yourself in the process — we’d love to meet you!
Speakers
Author and Speaker Rachel Wojo
Discovering the Right Publishing Path for You
There’s no single “right” way to get published, but there is a right path for your project. In this session, Rachel breaks down the real differences between traditional publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid options so you can make an informed decision. Drawing from her own experience across all three paths, she’ll help you evaluate your goals, timeline, and resources to find the best fit.
Author and Storyteller Bryan Crum
Finding Your Story
Part company and part campfire, this session is an invitation to every writer who supects there’s something holy hidden beneath the dust of their everyday life. If you’ve come this far, you’ve realized you’re carrying a story. The best stories aren’t invented; they’re unearthed. Join me on an expedition to exhume the story buried beneath the surface of yourself, the story only you can tell.
Fiction Author Frank Lattimore
Writing Tips for Aspiring Fiction Authors
Have an obsessive compulsion to type with two hands? Got an amazing story stirring within you? In this session, you’re going to hear 14 tips on how to get your story to “The End.”
Editor and Copyrighter Andrea Baugher
I’m a Good Writer—Do I Really Need an Editor?
Even the best writers have blind spots. In this session, editor Andrea Baugher explains what editors actually do, the different types of editing, and why professional editing can be the difference between a good manuscript and a published one. You’ll leave understanding how to find the right editor for your project and what to expect from the process.
Literary Agent and Author Mary Demuth
How to Pitch an Agent
What makes an agent say yes? Literary agent Mary DeMuth shares what she looks for in a pitch and the best approach for writers who have never queried before. You’ll leave with practical steps to prepare yourself and your project for that first conversation.
FAQs
Still have a question that isn’t covered here? I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out through my email address directly at [email protected] — I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.