Move from a beautiful idea to pages you can build on. Fr. Roderick brings the perspective of a novelist, storyteller, and creator who has spent decades helping imaginative people begin.

This 60-minute workshop gathers the clearest story principles and starting points into one place.

Fr. Roderick Vonhögen is a Dutch Catholic priest, author, and podcaster whose work has brought faith, stories, and geek culture to a global audience since 2005. He combines a lifelong love of fantasy with decades of experience creating across books, video, and audio.

The middle is where many stories lose their pulse. Cathryn breaks down why that happens and uses her X-without-Y framework to help you find the tension, change, and pressure that carry a reader forward.

Cathryn deVries is a multi-award-winning author of romantic fantasy and science fiction, known for immersive worldbuilding, emotional tension, and stories full of hope. Her work brings a sharp eye for story structure and a deep respect for the lives her characters inhabit.

Mary Rose shares lessons earned through years of querying, publishing, and moving a book into the world.

Her workshop includes the Indie Publishing Checklist she used herself, so your next steps can become visible and workable. Value: $25

Mary Rose Kreger is a YA fantasy author, LegendFiction mentor, and creative nonfiction blogger whose work explores adventure, healing, and hope. She brings experience from querying, independent publishing, and building a writing life around stories for teens.

Ginny Kochis brings the perspective of an author, coach, and parent of twice-exceptional children.

Her workshop gives you a stronger foundation for creating a character with specificity, dignity, and humanity. Value: $25

Ginny Kochis is an award-winning author and neurodivergent parent coach who supports Catholic families raising quirky, creative kids. Her work brings together writing, education, and lived experience, helping authors approach neurodivergent characters with greater care and insight.