CLASS Christian Writers Conference
The CLASS Christian Writers Conference is returning to the Ghost Ranch
November 10-14, 2010!
Please plan on joining us in November 2010. You'll find the basic conference details below. We are updating this site on a regular basis, so please check back often for the latest.
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CLASS Christian Writers Conference 2010(formerly Glorieta Christian Writers Conference) Writing at the RanchGhost Ranch, Abiquiu, NM
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Registration
Register using our convenient online registration form »
Location
Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, NM (north of Santa Fe) www.ghostranch.org Click on the Abiquiu options. Driving directions are available at the website.
The Ghost Ranch is set in a beautiful location that will inspire writers to take their writing and their relationships with God to a new level.
Travel
Fly in to the Albuquerque (ABQ) airport.
The bus will depart from the ABQ Sunport (airport) on Wednesday afternoon around 1:30 p.m. Those planning to ride the bus to the Ghost Ranch need to arrive at the ABQ Sunport by noon on Wednesday. The bus will depart the Ghost Ranch on Sunday at 8 a.m. Return travelers should book flights no earlier than 12:00 noon on Sunday.
For those planning to arrive on Tuesday to participate in the add-on programs or the On-Ramp orientation, transportation to the Ghost Ranch will be available on Tuesday afternoon. You should plan to arrive at the ABQ Sunport no later than noon on Tuesday.
Cost of round trip bus transportation is $60.
Transportation on days other than Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday will need to be arranged by the individual. Renting a car is also an option but driving around the Ghost Ranch property is discouraged.
Schedule
Registration begins at 1 o’clock on Wednesday.
Activities begin with dinner on Wednesday at 5 p.m. so please allow ample travel time. The conference ends with lunch on Sunday.
Tuition
$575 if paid in full by October 1st, 2010
$675 after October 1st, 2010
A limited number of scholoarships are available. Please contact us for more information.
Lodging
All lodging is at the Ghost Ranch. The Ghost Ranch offers a variety of lodging choices with rates between $65 to $180 per night. Details are listed below.
All room rates are per person and include room and 3 meals/day.
Standard Rooms are motel-style rooms with two twin beds. Baths are between two rooms and shared by four persons maximum.
Standard Semi-Private (shared room, shared bath) $85/night/per person
Standard Private (private room, shared bath) $145/night
Deluxe Rooms are motel-style rooms with two double beds, small table, and private bath.
Deluxe Semi-Private (shared room, private bath) $100/night/per person
Deluxe Private (private room, private bath) $180/night/per person
Superior Rooms consist of cottages or casitas that usually sleep more than two people. These are limited.
Superior Semi-Private (shared room, private bath) $125/night/per person
Bunk House Rooms are dormitory-style rooms with two twin beds. Bath facilities for men and women are located in common areas and are shared by all guests.
Bunk House Semi-Private (shared room, shared bath) $65/night/per person
Bunk House Private (private room, shared bath) $105/night
RV hook ups are available for $29/night for full services and $22/night for electrical only. This does not include meals. Meals are $22/day.
Who Should Attend?
Speakers. If you have a message from any platform, it needs to be in print. This will challenge your listeners more deeply as well as get your message to many more who need to hear it.
Beginning writers. If you would like to write but you don't know where to start, not to worry. A portion of our conference is geared toward writing who are just starting out so that when you head home, you'll be ready to speed down the road toward your writing dreams!
Seasoned writers. If you are ready to take your writing to the next level, you'll find exactly what you need at our conference. From advanced techniques for book proposals, to media and marketing education, to networking with publishers and agents, you'll have more opportunities than you can fit in.
Professional Topics
Teaching labs offer three consecutive days of learning from industry professionals:
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Fiction |
Tom Davis |
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Nonfiction |
Pam Farrel/Dawn Wilson |
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The Wild, Wonderful Web |
Kathi and Roger Lipp |
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Building a Writing Care er: Pathways and Pitfalls |
Jan Johnson |
Wednesday Add-On Sessions (for an extra fee of $150)
Book Proposal Blitz led by Tama Westman
At Book Proposal Blitz, you will take your
current or in-progress book proposal, utilize excellent resources and add the wisdom and skills of our CLASS team and mentors to help you "beef up" your proposal so it will quickly gain the attention of editors. In today's competitive market, a well-crafted book proposal is the best chance your book has for seeing the light of day.
This is a hands-on, interactive workshop where you will learn the specific elements editors look for in a proposal by working with experienced mentors from the fields of writing, editing, and marketing to revise and recreate your book proposal into the best it can be.
Bonus: A special "pitch session" allows you to practice, polish, and perfect pitches, and to discuss how you can make the most of your interactions and meetings with editors and publishers.
Wednesday Add-On Session (no additional charge)
Ron Benson and Lee Warren - On Ramp
What people are saying about On-Ramp
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"I got my money’s worth in the On-Ramp alone! I started the conference already in the groove!" -Michelle Bengston
"This class is a must for beginners." -Rev. Pam Morrison
"On-Ramp prepared me – incredibly – for the conference." -Mary Hughes
Daily Workshops Include:
Others will be added.
Publishers Represented:
AMG Publishers
B & H
CBN.com
Focus on the Family
InTouch
NewHope
Outreach
Tyndale
WinePress
Editor and Agent Appointments:
Conferees have the opportunity to meet with editors and agents at one-on-one appointments. These appointments give writers the opportunity to pitch their manuscripts and ideas directly to the editors, eliminating the query process. Agents are often the best people to give writers direction for their work. Please return your editor/agent preferences with your registration materials. This is a very valuable part of the conference. Editors come looking for their next big author! Agents are looking for undiscovered talent. It could be you!
Professional Writers:
Professional writers are available to help attendees and guide them on their writing journeys. The advice of these professionals who have “been there” is invaluable to writers just starting.Often the professional writers have more time available to coach and encourage those starting out. Professional writers are also available for appointments.
What people are saying about our annual writer's conference...
"CLASS writers conference was a fabulous experience for me. I have learned more than I thought possible in five days. I really appreciated the worshop and prayer time. In many Christian conferences it is easy to have the leaders focus on material instead of the Master. It is obvious that Jesus is at the head of CLASS."
--Susan Norris
"This was the best conference I've EVER attended (and I've attended a lot!). It was practical, informative, and spiritual. Worth every penny!
--Angie Hillman
"An excellent conference! Speakers and worship were outstanding - just an unbelievable conference!"
--Jan Edith Taylor
"Far exceeded my expectations!"
--Michelle Bengston
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