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Chyina Powell

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Chyina Powell is an award-winning author and editor. She began Powell Editorial in order to help emerging writers become published authors. She offers diverse services including sensitivity reading, developmental editing, and manuscript critiques and is always happy to share her knowledge of the publishing industry with her writers. Moreover, Chyina is an advocate for diversity in publishing which led her to create the Women of Color Writers’ Circle Inc., a nonprofit organization that offers community and safe space to women of color writers globally regardless of genre or where they are in their writing career. Chyina Powell is the author of six books and always has at least three WIPs in the works. When she is not writing or working with writers, you can find her with a book in hand and a cup of tea nearby.
5:30PM - 7:00PM EDT

Friday July 10th

How to Choose an Editor

It takes a village to publish a book, but finding the best people for your village is hard. Join our panel of editors as they discuss what you should look for in an editor, red flags to avoid, and how to know when an editor is right for you. (Moderator: Justine Manzano)

7:00PM - 8:30PM EDT

Saturday July 11th

Cozy Stories and Why They Matter

Cozy stories have been on the rise in recent years. Join our panel of cozy authors to explore why this is, how to write an effective cozy story, and where the future of cozy stories might be heading next. (Moderator: Valerie Valdes)

5:00PM - 6:30PM EDT

Sunday July 12th

How to Find the Right Home for Poems and Short Stories

While many of us trudge through the trenches with our numerous novels and long-form work, there's another side of the industry one may have never considered. Literary magazines, small presses, and online publications often host calls for submissions of short-form work like flash fiction, poetry, and short stories. Sometimes, focusing on short form work has its advantages. This panel discusses the ins and outs of submitting poems and short stories for publication. From the benefits and challenges, to agents and trends, learn about how you can break into publishing with your poems and short stories! (Moderator: Patchree Jones)