MiniCon 2025
A one-day writer's conference in the Oklahoma City area
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Registration opens at 8:30 AM
New Hope Church of Christ
700 W 2nd St, Edmond, Oklahoma
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MiniCon 2025 Speaker
Misty M. Beller
Misty M. Beller is a USA Today bestselling author of romantic mountain stories, set on the 1800s frontier and woven with the truth of God’s love.
Raised on a farm and surrounded by family, Misty developed her love for horses, history, and adventure. These days, her husband and children provide fresh adventure every day, keeping her both grounded and crazy.
Misty’s passion is to create inspiring Christian fiction infused with the grandeur of the mountains, writing historical romance that displays God’s abundant love through the twists and turns in the lives of her characters.
Sharing her stories with readers is a dream come true for Misty. She writes from her country home in South Carolina and escapes to the mountains any chance she gets.
Conference Schedule
8:00-8:50 - Registration
9:00-10:30 - Story Structure
Learn the tools for building plot structures that captivate your readers from the first page to the last. Whether you're writing your first novel or refining your skills, this class will help you create compelling, well-paced plots that drive your story forward and leave a lasting impression.
10:45-12:15 - Pro Tips for Next-Level Writing​
​Elevate your storytelling with powerful tools and techniques that make your writing shine. In this class, you'll learn the art of using tropes effectively, dive into the depths of deep point of view to connect with readers on an emotional level, and harness the energy of strong, vivid verbs to bring your scenes to life.
12:15-1:30 - VIP Lunch, Speaker Q&A
1:30-3:00 - Author Platform: Focus on What Counts​
Build a strong foundation for your writing career by understanding the numbers that truly matter. In this class, we'll demystify the author platform, breaking down key metrics for your website, newsletter, and social media presence. Learn best practices to grow and engage your audience, and develop the tools you need to create a platform that works for you.
3:15-4:45 - AI for Writers: Tools to Boost Your Creativity and Marketing
Learn how to boost your creativity and marketing by harnessing the power of the latest AI tools. In this class, we’ll explore how AI can serve as your creative and strategic assistant—streamlining your workflow, generating ideas, and enhancing your promotional strategies.