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

Check back for the schedule!

Meet The Presenters

Matthew Harvey Sanders

Matthew Harvey Sanders, a former infantry officer and seminarian, is the Founder and CEO of Longbeard. The company's flagship product, Magisterium AI, is the world's leading Catholic answer engine, serving users in over 165 countries. Longbeard also developed Vulgate AI, an advanced library platform powering a historic digitization project with the Pontifical universities in Rome. Later this year, the company will release Ephrem, the world’s first trained Catholic AI.
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.

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.
DOs and DON'Ts for Critiques and Beta Reads
What an Editor Looks for in a Manuscript
Screenwriting
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
Pitch Session Waiting Room CWCO 2026

Friday, January 9, 2026 · 6:33 PM EST

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