Writers · conferences · libraries

Practical conversations about writing, finishing and getting a book into the world.

Laura’s experience as an author gives writers’ groups and community audiences a clear, practical view of the work between having an idea and holding a finished book.

Published authorWriters’ groups + conferencesTalk · Q&A · workshop
Laura Thomae Young, author and writing speaker

Past settings include
East Side Writers’ Group · Southern Christian Writers Conference

Possible directions

Useful material for people doing the work of writing.

Specific talk titles can be added as Laura develops this part of her speaking work. For now, the page gives planners clear subject areas and a simple way to ask about a program.

From idea to manuscriptWhat changes when an idea has to become a complete piece of work.
Revision & finishingPractical ways to keep moving when the first draft is not the finished product.
Publishing lessonsWhat Laura has learned from publishing adult nonfiction and children’s books.
Author Q&AAn open conversation shaped around the questions of the writers in the room.

Common questions

For writers’ groups and event planners

What kinds of groups can book a writing talk?

Laura is open to writers’ groups, conferences, libraries, community programs and other groups interested in writing and publishing.

Can the session be a workshop?

Yes. The program can be a talk, Q&A or workshop depending on the event and the subject Laura and the organizer choose.

What has Laura published?

Laura has published adult nonfiction and children’s books, including Adulting Like a Boss, the Serena the Sailboat series and several bedtime and children’s titles.

Speaking inquiry

Bring Laura to your writers’ group

Tell Laura about the audience, event format and the writing or publishing questions you want the session to address.

  • No public fee list - ask for a quote based on the event.
  • Local, U.S., international and virtual programs are available.
  • Talks can be shaped around the audience, event goal and available time.

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