The Writer's Road
The writer's road can be a lonely one but it doesn't have to be. Have you ever wanted to chat with other writers, meet agents, editors of publishing housing, and authors? Or at least ease drop on their chat? You can achieve this by attending conferences but let's face it, they are getting hard to afford in this economy. There is another way.
Every Thursday night on Twitter there was a fabulous chat called #Scribechat. I met a lot of authors, agents, editors, and fellow writers by attending that chat. Unfortunately the hostess, Lia Keyes, had to step down due to other commitments so the chat is going away. I'm very grateful to her because I've made amazing friends, connections, and learned a lot from #Scribechat. You can find Lia hosting #SteamPunkChat on Fridays on Twitter at 6:00pm PT.
For those of you who loved Scribechat and are sad to see it go, have no fear, we have a plan. My friend and fellow chatter TS Tate,or @TeeTate as she is known on Twitter, plan to start a new chat in Scribechat's absence. The new chat will be called #WritersRoad and we'll be discussing everything about writing, reading, and getting published. The first chat will be a week from today on Thursday January 6th at 6:00pm PT on Twitter. We'll be chatting about all aspects of the #WritersRoad. A few of my friends who are debuting soon may be dropping in as well as a few represented friends and many who are just looking to learn. Did I mention there will be a giveaway for the very first chat? You don't want to miss it.
There are many ways to join in a Twitter chat but the one I've had the best luck with is TweetChat. Go to the link and just type WritersRoad into the box. You will need a Twitter account. Mark you calendars and join us!
Every Thursday night on Twitter there was a fabulous chat called #Scribechat. I met a lot of authors, agents, editors, and fellow writers by attending that chat. Unfortunately the hostess, Lia Keyes, had to step down due to other commitments so the chat is going away. I'm very grateful to her because I've made amazing friends, connections, and learned a lot from #Scribechat. You can find Lia hosting #SteamPunkChat on Fridays on Twitter at 6:00pm PT.
For those of you who loved Scribechat and are sad to see it go, have no fear, we have a plan. My friend and fellow chatter TS Tate,or @TeeTate as she is known on Twitter, plan to start a new chat in Scribechat's absence. The new chat will be called #WritersRoad and we'll be discussing everything about writing, reading, and getting published. The first chat will be a week from today on Thursday January 6th at 6:00pm PT on Twitter. We'll be chatting about all aspects of the #WritersRoad. A few of my friends who are debuting soon may be dropping in as well as a few represented friends and many who are just looking to learn. Did I mention there will be a giveaway for the very first chat? You don't want to miss it.
There are many ways to join in a Twitter chat but the one I've had the best luck with is TweetChat. Go to the link and just type WritersRoad into the box. You will need a Twitter account. Mark you calendars and join us!
I'm so glad to see this!! That you and Tee both for starting something new up!
ReplyDeleteI've never attended a chat. It sounds like a great way of meeting people, though!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bethany! I hope you can make it to the chat. We'd love to see you there!
ReplyDeleteThey're amazing Golden Eagle. I've met so many great people that way and have learned a lot. They are totally worth your time!
ReplyDeleteCalendar has been marked! Thanks to you and Tee for doing this!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kristie! It will be great to have you there. I know people will love to hear about your story and the road you took.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the launch of #WritersRoad! Thanks also for the shout out to #SteampunkChat, which I'm only co-hosting with @MattDelman of Flying Pen Press so that I can concentrate more on writing. I think you and @TeeTate will make a dynamite team!
ReplyDeleteOh, this sounds fun! I really must figure this twitter thing out. LOL I will definately check it out. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lia! Sorry, I didn't realize you were co-hosting SteamPunkChat. Good for you for concentrating on your writing!
ReplyDeleteYes Melissa, come to Twitter! You'll love it there!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the heads up. I'll have to check this chat out.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Karen. I hope to see you there!
ReplyDeleteOh wow. I know Lia was thinking about giving up scribechat, but I didn't know it happened already. I'm happy to hear you and that sweet southern bell, @TeeTate are starting what sounds like an awesome chat. I'll be there...
ReplyDeleteThank you so much June! Can't wait to see you there!
ReplyDeleteHeather,
ReplyDeleteThis sound so cool. I can't wait. I better remember, because I don't want to miss this.
Thanks so much for letting us know. See you then...
Michael
Don't worry Michael, I'll remind you! It's going to be a lot of fun. I've already had RSVP's from three authors who will make it!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great, Heather. I'm going to figure Twitter out finally and do this.
ReplyDeleteHeather - you know I loved Scribechat, and although I don't make it as often as I like because of the unfortunate timing w/kids and dinner and such, I'm going to do my best to be there next week!! I'm so excited and grateful that you're carrying on the torch.
ReplyDeleteThat's excellent Linda! You'll love it. Once you start you can't stop. But don't worry, Twitter is a great way to dive into the social media pool and meet people in the publishing industry.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lisa! I know the timing can be a bit rough for those of us on the west coast. I'm so happy to hear that you might make it! It wouldn't be as fun without you.
ReplyDeleteI am a man of high hopes and low tech, so Twitter seems beyond me. And as a blood courier, I have so little free time. You are a real champion for establishing The Writer's Road. I wish you and all the others great success. May all our publication dreams come true this new year! Roland
ReplyDeleteDon't worry Roland, it just takes practice. I was once a woman of low tech as well. Now look at how far I've come! Thank you for your well wishes, back at you! Good karma for all. ;)
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Heather, it sounds like a big undertaking! Christy's the tweeter of our group, so I'll let her know and maybe she can someday explain that world to me!! (oh, and I saw your comment over at Michael's this morning. You should do ABNA - there's nothing to lose!) (except perhaps a tiny shread of dignity).
ReplyDeleteerica
Looking forward to joining you both on Thursdays! Good luck :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Erica, I look forward to seeing Christy at the chats and hopefully you too someday! You know what, you're right, I have nothing to lose, I should do ABNA. Now the question of which novel to submit... Thank you for giving me the push I needed!
ReplyDeleteThanks JL! We look forward to chatting with you too!
ReplyDeleteHeather, I'm excited. I arrive home that morning. Have a meeting with some girls I'm mentoring at Aviation High School. Then I'll be home. I can be there. Nothing else on my plate except for the first chat! Thank you for doing this!
ReplyDeleteThank you Karlene for taking time out of your crazy schedule to drop by the chat! I'm so happy you'll make it to the first one!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great chat! I've never done one but would like to so I'll check this out.
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