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Write Now Podcast Roundtable with Broadleaf board members Carmen Slaughter & Jessica Bowers (writing as Odessa Blaine).

✨ Finding motivation to write
✨ Choosing genre
✨ Clay McLeod Chapman appreciation
✨ 10th Annual Broadleaf Writers Conference

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Write Now Podcast episode Roundtable: Getting Your Butt in the Seat and Writing the Damn Book. Featuring Carmen Slaughter and Odessa Blaine. Hosted by Zachary Steele. Broadleafwriters.com/write-now-podcast
June 25, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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Back by popular demand: An IN-PERSON Writer Meeting!
EVERYONE is invited! Even if you aren't a member! Even if you "aren't a writer!"

Join us on Saturday April 26th at 1:00pm at the Switzer Library in Marietta!

Sign up do to readings here: bit.ly/42w1nvF

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Free to attend. Everyone is welcome, including non-members. Broadleaf Writers Association April Meeting on April 26th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST at the Switzer Library located at 266 Roswell Street NE, Marietta, GA 30060. Attendees can sign up to read their original work in a live reading. Readings should be 5 minutes or less. Sign up to do a reading at bit.ly/42w1nvF
April 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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A new episode of the Write Now podcast has dropped!

Author & book coach, Monica Cox, discusses finding assistance in completing & editing your manuscript and how being you can achieve your goal of publication.

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On this episode of the Write Now Podcast: Finding Help to Finish and Edit Manuscripts. Featuring Monica Cox, author and certified book coach. Hosted by Zachary Steele, author, editor, and executive director of Broadleaf Writers Association. Find the podcast at BroadleafWriters.com/write-now-podcast or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or Amazon Audible.
April 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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No Fooling! Registration for the 10th annual Broadleaf Writers Conference opens on April 1st!

Come celebrate 10 years with us while connecting with community, getting one-on-one sessions with mentors and agents, and learning from industry experts!

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It's almost time to register for the 10th annual Broadleaf Writers Conference! Registration opens April 1st. Conference will be hosted at the Decatur Library in Decatur, GA on September 20-21, 2025. More info at BroadleafWriters.com. Image also has a woman in red using a bullhorn.
March 31, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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✨ The new Write Now podcast has officially arrived! ✨

Author Vanessa Reid joins Crystal O'Leary-Davidson for a conversation on the importance of writing community, supporting women, and finding a writing community that's right for you.

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On this Write Now episode of the Broadleaf Writers Podcast Network, we're featuring English teacher and short story horror writer, Vanessa Reid, discussing creating paths to success through writing communities with host, author, founding member of the Atlanta Chapter of the Horror Writers Association, English Professor at Middle Georgia State University, and Board Member of Broadleaf Writers Association, Crystal O'leary Davidson. Find this all previous episodes at BroadleafWriters.com/write-now-podcast
March 26, 2025 at 11:08 PM
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⚠ THIS WEEK is our March Member Meeting featuring guest speaker Aimee Andrichak!

Topic: From Idea to Bookshelf, Printraven's Self-Publishing Roadmap

Meetings are free for members or first time guests!
✅ broadleafwriters.com/monthly-member-meetings

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Broadleaf Writers Association March Member meeting hosted on Zoom on Thursday March 27th at 6:30pm featuring guest speaker, author, and marketing consultant Aimee Andrichak. Topic: From Idea to Bookshelf, Printraven's Self-Publishing Roadmap. Register at BroadleafWriters.com/monthly-member-meetings
March 26, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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🥶 Its entirely too winter outside right now. Which means its the perfect time to dig into books. 😁
⭐ Are you reading or writing?

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March 7, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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👉 Did y'all catch the latest Write Now podcast?
Author & podcaster Corey Gladwell discusses his journey, the publishing industry, Authrs.io, & offers insights starting & running a successful podcast.

✅ broadleafwriters.com/write-now-podcast/

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On this Write Now episode of the Broadleaf Writers Podcast Network: Publishing, Podcasting, and More. Featuring Corey Gladwell, Author and Podcaster. Hosted by Zachary Steele, Author, Editor, and Executive Director of Broadleaf Writers Association. You can listen to this podcast and all previous episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Audible, YouTube, or free on our website at broadleafwriters.com/write-now-podcast
March 7, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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You're invited to join us for our February Member Meeting featuring a discussion with award winning author and director, Jeffrey Blount, discussing creating change through novels & using narratives to cultivate empathy & the science supporting it.

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Broadleaf Writers Association February Member Meeting featuring author Jeffrey Blount discussing creating change through novels
February 7, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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The fourth Wednesday in January is Library Shelfie Day! Book lovers are encouraged to take a selfie with their most beloved library shelf showcasing the books that stand out for them.

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January 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Why should you be part of a writing community?
It's the best way to find like-minded folks that will support your writerly dreams, help you improve your skills, and connect you with others in the industry.

broadleafwriters.com/become-a-member/

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Six benefits of a writing community: 1. Connect with writers and authors that understand your struggles. 2. Expand your network with people in the industry. 3. Find critique partners and beta readers to help improve your writing. 4. Learn different perspectives, tools, and writing resources. 5. Discover new authors and books you might have never heard of. 6. Create lasting and supportive friendships.
January 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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This is your regular reminder that there are folks trying to take advantage of your writerly ambitions and WriterBeware can help you be more informed about them.
Good luck on those 2025 writing goals!

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January 9, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Join us on Thursday January 23rd for the first Broadleaf Member Meeting of 2025!
More info: broadleafwriters.com/monthly-member-meetings

Featuring authors Robert Gwaltney, Ann Hite, and Jeff Clemmons in a roundtable discussion about staying focused on writing goals.

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Broadleaf Writers Association January Member Meeting information. Meeting will be held Thursday January 23 at 6:30pm EST via Zoom. Featuring authors Robert Gwaltney, Ann Hite, and Jeff Clemmons in a roundtable discussion about staying focused on writing goals. More info at broadleafwriters.com/monthly-member-meetings
January 9, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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🤷‍♀️ You wrote the thing... now what?!
😁 Learn about publishing options with authors Marlena Frank, Bernette Sherman, James Tuck & moderated by Bill Bridges.

👉 broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference

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August 29, 2024 at 7:54 PM
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⚠️ Why should you attend the 9th Annual Broadleaf Writers Conference on September 21-22, 2024 in Decatur, GA?

⭐ We discuss it with guests in this latest episode of the Write Now podcast!

✅ More conference info at broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference/

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August 26, 2024 at 6:36 PM
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🤔 Want to ask agents about navigating the tricky path to publication?

✨ Marc A. Jolley of Mercer University Press, Stephanie Hollifield of Corvisiero Literary Agency, and moderator Carmen Slaughter will be answering your questions.

👉 broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference
August 5, 2024 at 7:15 PM
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✅ Expert panels & workshops at 9th annual Broadleaf Writers Conference

✨ Including Which Publishing Option is Right for You? presented by Angela DeCaires, BookLogix CEO.
✨ breaks down publishing options & gives the pros/ cons of each

👉 broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-b...

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August 3, 2024 at 7:11 PM
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⚠️ Can your first page get the right attention from literary agents?

✅ Get vital anonymous feedback
✅ Hear expert advice
✅ Learn how to get an agent excited to read the rest of your story

👉 broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference/

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August 3, 2024 at 7:06 PM
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Get registered to join us for our August Member Meeting featuring award winning author Robert Gwaltney as our guest speaker. bit.ly/4cInRgL

He'll be discussing life after publishing his debut novel, and offer some tips and advice on promoting your work.

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July 22, 2024 at 12:11 AM
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🤩 There's no better way to get a literary agent's attention than by sitting down with them face to face to pitch your manuscript!

👉 Find out what these agents are looking for over at broadleafwriters.com/one-on-ones-...

✅ Invest in yourself!

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July 22, 2024 at 12:09 AM
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Your first draft might not be prize winning prose but you have to start somewhere.

✅ Join Andy Davidson, DL Mitchell, Andrew Diaz Winkelmann & Ann Hite at the 9th Annual Broadleaf Writers Conference on September 21-22 in Decatur, GA.

👉 broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference
July 12, 2024 at 12:36 AM
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Doomscrolling can be fun and all, but there's a book begging to be written!

In 3 - 6 months, would it be better to have racked up a ton of time on the socials or have that manuscript ready to be pitched?
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July 12, 2024 at 12:29 AM
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⭐ Did you catch this podcast?
Nicole Whisler answers
- when to get a book coach
- what is a book coach
- differences between book coach & editor

Find it at broadleafwriters.com/write-now-po... or anywhere you enjoy listening to podcasts!

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July 1, 2024 at 5:11 PM
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Y'all, its been hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk and the humidity is high enough to qualify Georgia's air as the largest Olympic swimming pool.

So its a perfect time to stay indoors and write that book!

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June 28, 2024 at 8:08 PM
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😁 We're excited to welcome Bernette Sherman to the 9th Annual Broadleaf Writers Conference.

✅ broadleafwriters.com/9th-annual-broadleaf-writers-conference

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June 25, 2024 at 12:31 AM