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
Dr. Mary Amore
Dr. Mary Amore, holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Liturgy and Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies from Catholic Theological Union. Dr. Amore is the author of three books published through Our Sunday Visitor: Primary Symbols of Worship and the Call to Participation; Every day with Mary; Every Day with Joseph; and Every Day with Jesus; and two DVD Series: Eucharist: Pathway of Transformation, Healing and Discipleship, and From Mary’s Heart to Yours, published by Pauline Media.
J.C. Miller
J.C. Miller is an attorney, author, and father of seven from Michigan. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan law school. J.C. Miller has written numerous scholarly law review pieces, several Catholic magazine articles, and one book (so far).
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.