2026 Catholic Writers Online Conference
Jesus Live Within Our Words
Jan 30-31 and Feb 1
Pitch sessions: Feb 9-12
Check back for the schedule!
Meet The Presenters
Sr. Sean Mayer
Jennifer Gladen
Founder and Editor-In-Chief of Parables Magazine
Jennifer Gladen is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Parables Magazine. Her first novel, Souled, was released in September 2020 and the re-release of her picture book, Angel Donor released in October 2021.
She was founder of her previous E-Zine titled My Light Magazine and is a member of the Catholic Writer’s Guild.
In her spare time she participates in her parish choir.
Sessions in this Conference
Prayers
Friday, January 30, 2026 · 8:30 AM EST
You Have a Gift - Use It
"The Power of Networking: Marketing Your Brand through the Right Connections"
More Than a Worldview: Writing Catholic Sci Fi/Fantasy
Panel: What to Do When the Story Won't Work
Reaching Global Audiences: An Introduction to Foreign Rights for Authors
All About Author Visits
Novels on a Napkin
How to Develop a Captivating Plot
Branding for the Soul: How to Create a Faithful + Authentic Author Platform
Evening Prayers and Social
Friday, January 30, 2026 · 10:30 PM EST
Morning Prayers
Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 8:30 AM EST
The Magisterium in the Machine: How AI Can Strengthen - not Replace - Catholic Writers
The Pros, Cons, and How-tos of Writing Work-for-Hire Children’s Books
Writing a Series
AI Language in Traditional Publishing Contracts
Tips on Relevant Religious Writing
Panel: Writing Challenges: Making Time and Overcoming Blocks!
Character Arcs and Roller Coasters in a Four Act Structure
How to Avoid Social Media Burnout as an Author
Substack for Catholic Writers: Build Community, Not Just a Platform
Evening Prayers and Social
Saturday, January 31, 2026 · 10:30 PM EST
Making and Responding to Legal Demands
Why Agents and Editors Are Saying No to Your Work
Panel: Self Publishing
Catholic writers: Your best work starts with your lived faith.