Webinar: 2026 Catholic Writers Conference Online by Catholic Writers Conferences

Catholic Writers Guild Presents

About This Conference

2026 Catholic Writers Online Conference
Jesus Live Within Our Words

Jan 30-31 and Feb 1
Pitch sessions: Feb 9-12

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Meet The Presenters

Sophia Lebano

Presenter

Sophia Lebano is a website designer, marketing strategist, and founder of Sophia Lebano Creative. She helps Catholic and Christian entrepreneurs build beautiful, mission-driven brands through custom websites, email marketing, and launch strategy. With a business background and deep-rooted faith, Sophia brings clarity and intentionality to every project. She also hosts a faith-based podcast and leads a business mastermind. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her dogs, serving Catholic ministries, and trying new recipes.
Anjanette Barr

Agent

Anjanette Barr is an author of three full-length works and numerous articles. She is currently employed as Assistant to Jennie Dunham of Dunham Literary, and has worked in publishing in various roles for the last decade. Anjanette lives in Alaska with her husband, four children, goldendoodle named Dobby, cat named Totoro, and six chickens. You can find her on social media, including YouTube as The Book Barrista (two rs).

Sessions in this Conference

Prayers

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 8:30 AM EST
You Have a Gift - Use It

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 9:00 AM EST
"The Power of Networking: Marketing Your Brand through the Right Connections"

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 10:30 AM EST
More Than a Worldview: Writing Catholic Sci Fi/Fantasy

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST
Panel: What to Do When the Story Won't Work

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 1:30 PM EST
All About Author Visits

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 4:30 PM EST
Novels on a Napkin

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST
How to Develop a Captivating Plot

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 7:30 PM EST
Branding for the Soul: How to Create a Faithful + Authentic Author Platform

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 9:00 PM EST
Evening Prayers and Social

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 10:30 PM EST
Morning Prayers

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 8:30 AM EST
The Pros, Cons, and How-tos of Writing Work-for-Hire Children’s Books

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 10:30 AM EST
Writing a Series

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST
AI Language in Traditional Publishing Contracts

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 1:30 PM EST
Tips on Relevant Religious Writing

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 3:00 PM EST
Panel: Writing Challenges: Making Time and Overcoming Blocks!

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 4:30 PM EST
Character Arcs and Roller Coasters in a Four Act Structure

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST
How to Avoid Social Media Burnout as an Author

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 7:30 PM EST
Substack for Catholic Writers: Build Community, Not Just a Platform

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 9:00 PM EST
Evening Prayers and Social

Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 10:30 PM EST
Making and Responding to Legal Demands

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST
Why Agents and Editors Are Saying No to Your Work

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 1:30 PM EST
Panel: Self Publishing

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM EST
Catholic writers: Your best work starts with your lived faith.

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 4:30 PM EST
DOs and DON'Ts for Critiques and Beta Reads

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST
What an Editor Looks for in a Manuscript

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 7:30 PM EST
Screenwriting

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 9:00 PM EST
Evening Prayers and Social

Sunday, February 1, 2026 · 10:30 PM EST
2026 Pitch Practice Session 1

Monday, February 2, 2026 · 2:00 PM EST
2026 Pitch Practice Session 2

Monday, February 2, 2026 · 7:00 PM EST
Reaching Global Audiences: An Introduction to Foreign Rights for Authors

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 3:00 PM EST

2026 Catholic Writers Conference Online

About This Conference

Meet The Presenters

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