“Unlock Your Writing Potential: Discover the Secrets Behind the Most Transformative Conference Experience of Your Life!”
Yes, it’s really that simple. And yes, I said to put your focus on other writers. You will eventually also make friends with editors and agents, but that can take a few conferences, and it takes some luck. Whereas making friends with other writers is a sure thing.
So How Do You Make Friends With Writers?
You can make friends with writers in many ways. Here are a few:
- Ask another writer what sort of fiction they write and then ask intelligent questions about it.
- Ask another writer how their writing career is going. They will tell you it’s not going well and will explain at length what’s wrong. If you know something that might advance their career, tell them. Expect nothing in return.
- If you see somebody who looks miserable, take the time to talk to them and see if there’s anything you can do to help.
Your goal here is not to use other writers to advance your career. If you go in with that kind of attitude, other writers will see through you right away. Don’t be That Writer.
