How Our Online Writing Community Fosters Long-Lasting Friendships
Writers need community as much as anyone else. But too often, they don’t know many other people who treat writing as seriously as they do.
That’s why, in the Author Conservatory, we provide a supportive network where you can connect with like-minded individuals, participate in focused discussions, and build meaningful relationships with peers and mentors alike.
Through critique groups, writing challenges, community events, and more, our online writing community ensures that no writer needs to feel isolated or stuck.
Key Features of Our Online Writing Community
Accountability Groups
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Writing can often feel overwhelming, but accountability groups within our online writing community ensure that you stay motivated and on track with your projects. In these small, close-knit groups, you’ll share your goals, track your progress, and encourage one another to meet deadlines.
Peer Critique Opportunities
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Students can post their work and request feedback from their peers whenever they need it. By sharing thoughts and perspectives, students can refine their writing, identify areas for improvement, and build on their strengths.
Virtual Book Clubs
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Reading widely is key to becoming a better writer. Our online writing community hosts student-led virtual book clubs where members discuss a wide range of genres and authors. These gatherings not only broaden your literary horizons but also help you analyze storytelling techniques that you can apply to your own writing.
Writing Challenges & Events
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Our online writing community frequently organizes writing challenges, sprints, and themed events to keep the creative juices flowing. Whether it’s writing 50,000 words in a month or shorter daily prompts, these events are designed to push you out of your comfort zone and spark new ideas.
Film Nights & Social Activities
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Writing isn’t just about putting words on the page—it’s also about nurturing your creativity and drawing inspiration from different forms of storytelling. Students often host film nights and other social activities where they can relax, have fun, and discuss how movies, TV shows, or documentaries relate to writing.
Prayer & Support
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The Author Conservatory is a faith-based program, and we understand the importance of spiritual support in your writing journey. We provide spaces for prayer and encouragement, allowing members to lift each other up not just as writers but as image-bearers.
In-Person Writing Opportunities
Though our online writing community is virtual, it’s far from distant. Throughout the year, many members gather for:
Writing Conferences & Retreats
Regional Meetups
The Annual Author Conservatory Conference
“Brett and Kara have created a true family of writers and a home. The friendships, connections, and knowledge you walk away with are instrumental to any new author striving to grow.”
Find the Online Writing Community You’ve Dreamed Of
The Author Conservatory is about more than just mastering the craft of writing—it’s about discovering a nurturing community for your creative dreams.
Here, writers don’t compete but uplift one another, celebrating each other’s successes as shared victories. Faith and encouragement are integral to our community, with members supporting one another both spiritually and emotionally.
Our goal is for students to graduate with lifelong friendships, a strong professional network, and a personal support network of fellow writers they can go to for ongoing encouragement and support.
You don’t need to pursue publication alone.
