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About: Dr. Judith Briles is a book publishing and book marketing expert advising and guiding writers and authors on how to take their words and create and publish a book. Known as The Book Shepherd, she brings the author's concept and vision to life; guides it through the publishing process, and strategizes the launch and book marketing. She understands the overwhelm that authors go through and has personally shepherded and coached over 1500 authors through the process of the manuscript to published book with practical publishing advice and guidance. Judith creates a book marketing strategy to support the book when published.

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About: The San Francisco Writers Conference, one of the finest writers' events in the country, helps writers become published authors and teaches them how to build successful writing careers. Presenters at the event include bestselling authors, literary agents, and respected editors from top publishing houses. With 100+ presenters to 350 attendees, there is optimum interaction with industry professionals in an information-packed weekend. Individual PRE/POST Classes, too! The SFWC is held over President?s Day weekend at the Mark Hopkins Hotel. A second event, the San Francisco Writing for Change Conference is held annually in the fall. SFWC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.