Speaking Engagements

Friday – Saturday, Nov 13-14, 2026; 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Manor Mill Writers Retreat

Learn from expert authors about submittable markets, publishing options, crafting great scenes and characters—or simply opt for a quiet day of generative writing, all in a peaceful setting tucked between tall trees and a sparkling stream. The event will be held at the historic Manor Mill in scenic northern Baltimore County: 2029 Monkton Road, Monkton, MD. For more information or to register, visit Manor Mill online.

Will will present during one session:

Saturday, November 14 @ 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM
One Size Does Not Fit All: Finding the Right Home for Your Story – You’ve written your story, polished it to perfection, and now you’d like to publish. But how does your work travel from your desk to an editor’s and finally into print? Writers have more options for publishing than ever before. In One Size Does Not Fit All, we’ll look at the Do’s and Don’ts of submitting to publications, including practical advice for presenting your work – and yourself – in the best possible light.

Saturday, Nov 15, 2025; 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Manor Mill Writers Retreat
Learn from expert authors about submittable markets, publishing options, crafting great scenes and characters—or simply opt for a quiet day of generative writing, all in a peaceful setting tucked between tall trees and a sparkling stream. The event will be held at the historic Manor Mill in scenic northern Baltimore County: 2029 Monkton Road, Monkton, MD. For more information or to register, visit Manor Mill online.

Will is presenting on 2 panels:

Platform Building: Substack 101 – It’s never too early to start building a community around your writing. But where do you start? One popular option is Substack, an online platform that combines blogging, email, and social networking. In this session, editor and publisher Will Remains and writer Grace Carlisle will walk you through the basics of creating a Substack account, including your profile, first posts, email newsletter, graphics, and social connections.

Demystifying AI – Artificial Intelligence is here to stay. Even if you don’t actively use AI tools, there’s a good chance you interact with them without realizing it. In this conversation, editor and publisher Will Remains and writer Katie Ritter will discuss what AI can do for you and what it can’t, including some real-world applications and ethical considerations.