Member Scott Frost will share his experiences and comprehensive guide to independent publishing: https://bit.ly/selfpubabyss. Scott Frost is an award-winning author who self-published his debut Sci-Fi novel Empyreax: The Rise of Cà Rá in 2025. He created a free no-strings guide for new authors to navigate the daunting steps of self-publishing. It has been viewed over 13,000 […]
In lieu of a family picnic this year, we will be holding a member mixer in our new digs at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. The meeting will be largely unstructured, with no featured speaker, to allow ample time for networking and sharing our experiences in writing and publishing. More details coming soon regarding food and […]
Beyond the Manuscript: Demystifying Book Marketing Marketing a book is one of the most misunderstood—and frequently frustrating—parts of the publishing journey. This practical, insightful workshop explores what happens after you’ve written the book, diving into the strategies and systems that will help you find your readers. Designed for authors at all stages, the session breaks […]
Three Powerful Ways to Build a Platform for Your Business Laura DiFranco of Brave Healer Publishing will discuss how to use storytelling to sell books and build business and brand. As a business owner, we reach prospective clients and readers in many ways. Your platform as an author or business owner is two things: Your […]
Bring your laptop or notebook and be prepared to work on your latest piece or start something new in this workshop led by Dr. Oliver Reid of The Writing Coach. Dr. Oliver T. Reid is an international multi-bestselling and award-winning author, motivational speaker, and the founder and president of I Am a Solution Consulting Firm, […]
In lieu of a holiday outing this year, we will be holding another member mixer in our new digs at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Our featured speaker is industry expert Jane Friedman, who will kick off our event via Zoom to share her insights on The Year in Publishing—and What to Watch for 2026. Even […]
Cast your vote in our Officer elections for President, Vice President (open), Treasurer, and Secretary (open). We are currently seeking candidates for a one-year term. For more information about the role responsibilities or to nominate yourself, please contact president@northernvirginiawriters.org. We also have a number of coordinator positions for collaboration, website management, critique groups, and events. […]
Which Publishing Path Is Right for YOU? The era of the gatekeepers is over. Authors have more options than ever for self, hybrid, independent, university, and small-press publishing, and can choose their own path based on speed, level of control, amount of guidance, and of course, the time and money they want to invest. But […]
Are you ready to submit your poetry, short stories, and essays but unsure how to navigate the world of literary markets? Publishing short works in magazines, journals, and anthologies is a vital step for any writer looking to build credentials, find a readership, and refine their craft. Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring […]
At the April 2026 monthly meeting, ML Brei, a computer scientist and author of Conversing with AI: A Handbook for Writers will lead a workshop on AI & Authors. As an author, educator, and prompt engineering consultant, she is passionate about empowering others at the intersection of language and technology. Are you curious about how […]