Edwina Perkins is the Managing Editor of Harambee Press—an imprint which seeks to publish ethnic writers—with End Game Press. She is a co-director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference (BRMCWC) as well as the Mentoring Coordinator with BRMCWC and the facilitator for Sensitivity Between the Lines—a program which connects readers from marginalized communities with authors to help with the authenticity of the authors’ writing. She is a freelance writer for Guideposts Magazine and serves on the Word Weavers International Advisory Committee. In addition, Edwina is an award-winning writer, freelance editor, writing mentor, and a sensitivity reader. Learn more at edwinaperkins.com.
Keynote: Edit for Impact
As editors, we strive to help writers convey the truth rather than follow trends. We have the opportunity to assist writers in making a difference in a changing world. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not new concepts, but what do they truly mean in a biblical context? Why is it important for us as editors to be informed about these issues? What is our role in helping writers navigate these challenging times and achieve their publishing goals? PENCON is dedicated to Christian editors supporting writers who influence the world through their words. Now, more than ever, it’s time to edit for impact.
Workshop: Assist Nonfiction Authors in Applying Fiction Techniques to Nonfiction
Authors must engage readers from the very first word. Similar to a well-written fiction book, an excellent non-fiction book captivates the reader right from the beginning. In this session, we will explore how editors can assist authors in transforming factual content into compelling narratives that resonate with readers, ultimately creating more engaging and impactful non-fiction books.
Edwina will also be partnering with Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes in facilitating a panel discussion on challenges authors face in ensuring authenticity when writing about characters from backgrounds and experiences different than their own and how editors can best support authors whose backgrounds and experiences are different from theirs.