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What is Inkers Con?

Inkers Con is a 10-day online conference created for independent fiction authors who are motivated to advance their careers.

Your digital ticket includes:

24 Author
Classes

20+ Author
Roundtables

2 Networking
Events

8+ Bestselling
Author Q&A

8 Co-Writing
Sprints

Thriving
Community

Grab your spot

Whether you are...

  • Just starting out in your author journey
  • Published and seeking more success
  • Advanced and looking to scale

Inkers Con has exactly what you need.

Regardless of which path you’re on…

If you’re not yet where you want to be in your career…

Oftentimes it’s just a small missing piece of the puzzle (or two)

that needs to be revealed and fit into place…’

And voila!

Your author career transforms.

 

We wholeheartedly believe that with the right knowledge and implementation…

 

You can accomplish all of your goals.

That’s where Inkers Con comes in.

We’ve seen that every successful author excels in 4 areas:

Craft

There’s no way around it: If you want to be a best-selling author, your books have to be good.

Marketing

And of course, no matter how good your books are, if people don’t know about them, people won’t read them.

Advertising

But free marketing avenues will only get you so far. When it’s time to scale and supercharge your career, it’s time to look into paid ads.

Business

To tie all this together and turn it into a career that supports you… the business side is crucial.

Inkers Con provides the education and resources to excel in these four key areas.

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You'll also gain access to 24 brand-new classes for indie fiction authors, taught by experts like

Becca Syme
Melanie Harlow
Theodora Taylor
Tex Thompson

You'll also gain access to 24 brand-new classes for indie fiction authors, taught by experts like

Becca Syme
Melanie Harlow
Theodora Taylor
Tex Thompson

Why attend Inkers Con Digital Conference 2026

Expert Guidance to Accelerate Your Success:

Inkers Con 2026 brings together best-selling authors and writing experts who will share their knowledge and expertise. You'll learn valuable techniques, tips, and strategies that can significantly enhance your author career. Plus, you will have access to all 24 recorded classes.

Networking Opportunities:

Inkers Con 2026 provides ample opportunities to network with fellow authors, industry professionals, and experts. Building connections within the writing community can open doors to collaborations, mentorships, and future opportunities.

Inspiration and Motivation:

Immersing yourself in a community of passionate and like-minded individuals can be incredibly motivating. Inkers Con 2026 offers a fun, supportive environment where you can draw inspiration, regain motivation, and reignite your creative spark.

Professional Development:

This event has a big focus on professional development - encouraging authors to set goals, identify their top areas for growth, and create a roadmap for learning. This organized approach will help you digest and implement the content in a manageable way.

Convenience and Flexibility:

Inkers Con 2026 is a digital event, eliminating the need for travel and providing flexibility in attendance. You can participate from the comfort of your own home, accessing the recorded content at your own pace and convenience. You'll have 6 years of access to all the content.

24 Classes

You’ll get 6 years of access to 24 recorded classes. Each class is motivating, actionable, and taught by bestselling authors and industry experts.

24 Classes for Authors

MARKETING CLASSES

A great blurb invites readers into your story before page one. T. Taylor walks you through the Butter Blurb method—identifying your book’s emotional flavor, crafting irresistible hooks, and avoiding common blurb pitfalls—so your copy connects with readers and drives conversions.

 

Pinterest is the quiet workhorse most authors overlook. In this strategy-focused session, Melissa Bourbon shows you how to use Pinterest’s search-based ecosystem to attract new readers, grow your list, and increase sales —even when you’re off writing.

 

Marketing can feel intimidating, but this beginner-friendly session will take away your fears! Learn online and offline promotion tactics that are easy to understand, realistic to implement, and designed to help you expand your reach and visibility without feeling overwhelmed.

You don’t need to be “everywhere” to earn big. Reece Barden reveals how she built a multi–six-figure career with minimal social media by leaning into smart pivots, strong reader loyalty, and story strategies that keep fans addicted from book to book.

 

A strong email list is one of the most reliable revenue channels an author can build. In this practical session, Rebecca Jenshak teaches you how to attract the right subscribers, keep them engaged, and turn each newsletter into consistent, predictable sales.

Social media in 2026 is full of opportunity—if you know where to look. In this high-impact session, you’ll learn which platforms are driving real reader engagement, how to create magnetic content without burning out, and the smartest strategies to turn followers into loyal, long-term fans.

Pinterest Power: Grow Your Sales While You Sleep

by Melissa Bourbon
Pinterest is the quiet workhorse most authors overlook. In this strategy-focused session, Melissa Bourbon shows you how to use Pinterest’s search-based ecosystem to attract new readers, grow your list, and increase sales —even when you’re off writing.

Across All Platforms: Online and Offline Tactics That Sell Books

by Alyssa Reynoso-Morris
Marketing can feel intimidating, but this beginner-friendly session will take away your fears! Learn online and offline promotion tactics that are easy to understand, realistic to implement, and designed to help you expand your reach and visibility without feeling overwhelmed.

Six-Figure Success Under the Radar (and With Little Social Media)

by Reece Barden
You don’t need to be “everywhere” to earn big. Reece Barden reveals how she built a multi–six-figure career with minimal social media by leaning into smart pivots, strong reader loyalty, and story strategies that keep fans addicted from book to book.

Author Emails Made Simple: Grow, Engage & Sell Through Your Newsletter

by Rebecca Jenshak
A strong email list is one of the most reliable revenue channels an author can build. In this practical session, Rebecca Jenshak teaches you how to attract the right subscribers, keep them engaged, and turn each newsletter into consistent, predictable sales.

How to Write “Butter” Blurbs That Sell

by T. Taylor
A great blurb invites readers into your story before page one. T. Taylor walks you through the Butter Blurb method—identifying your book’s emotional flavor, crafting irresistible hooks, and avoiding common blurb pitfalls—so your copy connects with readers and drives conversions.

Finding Success with Social Media in 2026

Speaker TBD
Social media in 2026 is full of opportunity—if you know where to look. In this high-impact session, you’ll learn which platforms are driving real reader engagement, how to create magnetic content without burning out, and the smartest strategies to turn followers into loyal, long-term fans.

BUSINESS CLASSES

Success favors authors who adapt strategically. N.J. Adel shows you how to identify meaningful trends, pivot between genres or platforms with confidence, and turn smart risk-taking into a scalable, sustainable six-figure career.

You don’t have to do everything to grow your author career. Alesha Brown’s 3T Framework—Time Wasters, Tech Tasks, and Talent Gaps—shows you how to focus on what matters most, outsource strategically, and build the support system your business needs to thrive.

Foreign markets offer explosive potential when you know how to approach them. Ana Ashley shares the systems she used across 100+ translations to launch, market, and engage readers internationally—so you can start small, replicate wins, and build a global fanbase.

Kickstarter is becoming one of indie publishing’s most profitable growth channels. In this step-by-step session, Jeff Wheeler teaches you how to design a compelling campaign that expands your readership, generates reliable income, and builds long-term momentum for your author brand.

Rapid release doesn’t have to mean burnout. Juliette N. Banks shares the workflow, planning strategies, and time-management habits that allowed her to publish 65 books in four years. A transparent look into the mechanics of a fast-but-sustainable publishing cadence to fuel long-term growth.

Money is one of the least discussed—and most important—parts of an author’s career. In this candid session, Golden Angel breaks down the three major financial traps that hold authors back and gives you the foundational habits you need for long-term financial stability and success.

Declining royalties don’t have to signal the end of your momentum. In this practical, data-driven session, you’ll learn how to diagnose the real causes behind slipping sales, identify the levers that actually move revenue, and implement strategies that restore stability—and growth—to your author income.

How to Stop Doing It All: The 3T Framework for Sustainable Success

by Alesha Brown
You don’t have to do everything to grow your author career. Alesha Brown’s 3T Framework—Time Wasters, Tech Tasks, and Talent Gaps—shows you how to focus on what matters most, outsource strategically, and build the support system your business needs to thrive.

Scaling to Six Figures with Foreign Translations

by Ana Ashley
Foreign markets offer explosive potential when you know how to approach them. Ana Ashley shares the systems she used across 100+ translations to launch, market, and engage readers internationally—so you can start small, replicate wins, and build a global fanbase.

Kickstarter for Authors: Fund Your Books & Expand Your Fanbase

by Jeff Wheeler
Kickstarter is becoming one of indie publishing’s most profitable growth channels. In this step-by-step session, Jeff Wheeler teaches you how to design a compelling campaign that expands your readership, generates reliable income, and builds long-term momentum for your author brand.

30-Day Novels: Build a Sustainable Rapid-Release Schedule

by Juliette N. Banks
Rapid release doesn’t have to mean burnout. Juliette N. Banks shares the workflow, planning strategies, and time-management habits that allowed her to publish 65 books in four years. A transparent look into the mechanics of a fast-but-sustainable publishing cadence to fuel long-term growth.

Money Matters for Authors

by Golden Angel
Money is one of the least discussed—and most important—parts of an author’s career. In this candid session, Golden Angel breaks down the three major financial traps that hold authors back and gives you the foundational habits you need for long-term financial stability and success.

The Power of Pivots: Using Trends & Change to Build a Six-Figure Career

by N.J. Adel
Success favors authors who adapt strategically. NJ Adel shows you how to identify meaningful trends, pivot between genres or platforms with confidence, and turn smart risk-taking into a scalable, sustainable six-figure career.

My Royalties Are Going Down—What Do I Do About It?

by Becca Syme
Declining royalties don’t have to signal the end of your momentum. In this practical, data-driven session, you’ll learn how to diagnose the real causes behind slipping sales, identify the levers that actually move revenue, and implement strategies that restore stability—and growth—to your author income.

ADVERTISING CLASSES

Clicks are easy—conversions take strategy. In this advanced session, Bonnie Paulson shows you how to spot the hidden friction points inside your sales funnel and apply targeted fixes that boost conversions, stabilize performance, and scale your results long-term.

Meta ads are evolving fast, and the authors who adapt will thrive. Misty Beller shares 10 proven plays for 2026—from unique targeting angles to profitability tracking to a simple troubleshoot-anything decision tree—so you can diagnose CPC, CTR, and conversion issues and scale spend with confidence.

Facebook and Instagram ads don’t have to be complicated to work. In this beginner-friendly session, Bonnie Paulson breaks down how to set up smart, effective Meta campaigns, choose the right audiences, read your results, and make data-backed decisions that grow your readership and your revenue.

Fix Your Funnel: Diagnose the Real Reason Your Ads Aren’t Converting

by Bonnie Paulson
Clicks are easy—conversions take strategy. In this advanced session, Bonnie Paulson shows you how to spot the hidden friction points inside your sales funnel and apply targeted fixes that boost conversions, stabilize performance, and scale your results long-term.

10 Strategies to Level Up Facebook Ads in 2026

by Misty Beller
Meta ads are evolving fast, and the authors who adapt will thrive. Misty Beller shares 10 proven plays for 2026—from unique targeting angles to profitability tracking to a simple troubleshoot-anything decision tree—so you can diagnose CPC, CTR, and conversion issues and scale spend with confidence.

Meta Ads Made Simple: Build Profitable Campaigns Without the Overwhelm

by Bonnie Paulson
Facebook and Instagram ads don’t have to be complicated to work. In this beginner-friendly session, Bonnie Paulson breaks down how to set up smart, effective Meta campaigns, choose the right audiences, read your results, and make data-backed decisions that grow your readership and your revenue.

CRAFT CLASSES

Revision is where stories truly take shape. Tex Thompson walks you through tackling structural issues, sharpening your prose, and embracing feedback to turn a rough draft into your strongest work yet.

Story structure doesn’t limit creativity—it unleashes it. In this high-energy session, Bianca Sloane breaks down the seven essential elements behind every unforgettable story and shows how structure can elevate your imagination and your craft.

Your opening pages carry the weight of your entire book. In this practical session, editor Miranda Darrow shares her proven CUPPAS framework, the top pitfalls she sees in submissions, and how to land the “just right” beginning that grabs readers instantly.

Strong fiction lives and dies by the power of its scenes. Siera London teaches you how to move beyond surface-level GMC and build layered scenes and sequels that deepen emotion, raise stakes, and keep readers turning pages.

Authentic representation builds richer stories and deeper trust. In this thoughtful session, J. Rose shows you how to research, shape, and write nuanced portrayals of mental health and disability with honesty, respect, and craft.

 

Intimacy is an essential element of a love story, but putting it on the page can be daunting. In this presentation, we’ll explore leaning into characterization even while losing clothes, articulating intimate experiences with a balance of sensory language and metaphor. Learn how to make consent sexy, pacing/plotting where spice belongs, working within your own comfort zone, and why build-up is more important than body parts.

How to Edit Like a Pro: Big-Picture Fixes and Line-Level Brilliance

by Tex Thompson
Revision is where stories truly take shape. Tex Thompson walks you through tackling structural issues, sharpening your prose, and embracing feedback to turn a rough draft into your strongest work yet.

The Seven Essentials Every Story Needs: A Guide to Story Structure

by Bianca Sloane
Story structure doesn’t limit creativity—it unleashes it. In this high-energy session, Bianca Sloane breaks down the seven essential elements behind every unforgettable story and shows how structure can elevate your imagination and your craft.

From First Line to Hook: Crafting Openings Agents and Readers Love

by Miranda Darrow
Your opening pages carry the weight of your entire book. In this practical session, editor Miranda Darrow shares her proven CUPPAS framework, the top pitfalls she sees in submissions, and how to land the “just right” beginning that grabs readers instantly.

Beyond Goal, Motivation & Conflict: Writing Dynamic Scenes and Sequels

by Siera London
Strong fiction lives and dies by the power of its scenes. Siera London teaches you how to move beyond surface-level GMC and build layered scenes and sequels that deepen emotion, raise stakes, and keep readers turning pages.

Crafting Real Characters: Writing Mental Health and Disability with Authenticity

by J. Rose
Authentic representation builds richer stories and deeper trust. In this thoughtful session, J. Rose shows you how to research, shape, and write nuanced portrayals of mental health and disability with honesty, respect, and craft.

Write Spice with Confidence (Not Cringe)

by Melanie Harlow
Intimacy is an essential element of a love story, but putting it on the page can be daunting. In this presentation, we'll explore leaning into characterization even while losing clothes, articulating intimate experiences with a balance of sensory language and metaphor. Learn how to make consent sexy, pacing/plotting where spice belongs, working within your own comfort zone, and why build-up is more important than body parts.

Agenda is subject to change. New classes will be added soon!

Attendee-Led Author Roundtables

An attendee favorite is all of the roundtables! Choose from dozens of roundtables or create your own! Deep dive into specific topics, mastermind ideas, share resources, and meet other authors on the same path as you.

Examples of previous roundtables

Marketing & Advertising

  • Email Marketing Best Practices
  • Blurb Road Map
  • Hashtag Strategy
  • Merchandising
  • Preparing for Book Signings
  • TikTok Engagement Strategies
  • Successful Launch Techniques
  • Newsletters: Improve open/click rates
  • Growing an Active Reader Group
  • Step-By-Step Techniques to Grow Your Brand

Business

  • Generating Multiple Streams of Income
  • Starting a New Pen Name
  • The Pros and Cons of an LLC
  • Signings and Swag
  • Using Patreon as an Author
  • Maximizing your Author Assistant

Craft

  • Killing it with Cozy Mysteries
  • Engineering a Series
  • Historical Time Travel
  • Dealing with Negative Feedback
  • Trigger Warnings: The Ins and Outs
  • Writing the Line Between Romance and Erotica
  • Critique Partners and Alpha/Beta Readers

Networking Events

Join us on May 30th and June 6th for guided networking. You’ll get the chance to meet up with other authors of a similar level as you and other authors in your genre. Share resources, best practices, inspiration, and contact information.

Bestselling Author Q&As

Each day of the conference weekends we will host question and answer sessions with best selling authors. This is a chance to deep-dive into the success paths of different types of authors, ask them your questions, and see the possibilities that an author career offers.

Examples of Previous Bestselling Authors Who Have Held Q&As

  • Jillian Dodd
  • Nana Malone
  • Sarina Bowen
  • Freida McFadden
  • Lucy Score
  • JN Chaney
  • Lee Goldberg
  • Robert Dugoni
  • Aly Martinez
  • Claire Contreras
  • Dylan Allen
  • Rachel Howzell Hall
  • Ana Huang
  • Tanya Anne Crosby
  • Ines Johnson
  • Catharina Maura
  • Matt Dinniman
  • Elsie Silver
  • Jillian Dodd
  • Nana Malone
  • Sarina Bowen
  • Freida McFadden
  • Lucy Score
  • JN Chaney
  • Lee Goldberg
  • Robert Dugoni
  • Aly Martinez
  • Claire Contreras
  • Dylan Allen
  • Rachel Howzell Hall
  • Ana Huang
  • Tanya Anne Crosby
  • Ines Johnson
  • Catharina Maura
  • Matt Dinniman
  • Elsie Silver

Co-Working Writing Sprints

Back by popular demand! Join other authors to focus for 25-minute writing sprints and skyrocket your word-count. These sessions last for 90 minutes and you’ll be amazed at how much you accomplish.

Thriving Community

You’ll get 3 months of access to our private Facebook group for attendees where we celebrate successes, share info and resources, get inspired and make friends.

Schedule of Live Events

Week 1

May 30 - June 5

  • Kickoff icebreaker attendee event
  • 10+ interactive roundtable discussions
  • 4+ Q&As with bestselling authors
  • 4 co-working writing sessions
  • Office hours and industry sessions

Week 2

June 6 - 12

  • 10+ interactive roundtable discussions
  • 4+ Q&As with bestselling authors
  • Genre networking party
  • 4 co-working writing sessions
  • Office hours and industry sessions

But there’s even more...

Be one of the first 500 authors to register and gain exclusive access to these 3 bonuses (releasing January 1st):

SPECIAL BONUS

The CEO Within: Managing the 4 Roles of Author Success

In this eye-opening video series, an MBA Author Coach reveals the four core roles every thriving business needs—and shows you how to apply them to your author career. You’ll uncover which role is boosting your momentum, which one is dragging you down, and where to focus next – plus actionable steps to strengthen your weakest role and maximize your future success.

SPECIAL BONUS

Word Count Tracker Kit

This Word Count Tracker Kit gives you a fun and easy spreadsheet to monitor your writing progress and stay focused on your goals. Paired with our “7 Tips to Write Faster” handout, you’ll get proven strategies to boost your output while maintaining quality. It’s the perfect system for building consistency and momentum in your writing routine.

SPECIAL BONUS

Social Media Hooks for Authors

Stop staring at your screen wondering how to start that post! This ready-to-use resource gives you 100 proven, high-engagement hooks designed specifically for fiction authors. Whether you write romance, suspense, fantasy, or another genre, you’ll find genre-tailored openers that grab attention in the first three seconds and keep readers watching. Each hook is crafted to spark curiosity, emotion, or connection—so your videos, reels, and posts get more views, comments, and clicks. Use them as-is or tweak them to fit your book, and say goodbye to writer’s block every time you open TikTok or Instagram. With this Hook Bank at your fingertips, you’ll have a constant stream of scroll-stopping ideas that turn viewers into readers.

What's Included in your online access ticket:

24 Premium Presentations For Authors… $997 value
8 Q&As with Bestselling Authors… $297 value

Bonus #1: The CEO Within… $197 value

Bonus #2: Word Count Tracker Kit… $97 value

Bonus #3:  Social Media Hooks for Authors… value $97

Interactive Author Networking and Industry Discussions…. $397 value
Private Online Author’s Community… $197 value
Six years of access to this amazing content!

Total value… $2,279

Your investment… $249
Early Registration Discount Price – $199

This access will unlock on May 30, 2026.

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“Inkers Con is an automatic registration for me every year. They have timely topics and speakers best suited to address important aspects of the publishing business. I especially love that they offer craft classes, which are a lost part of many conferences today. I highly recommend this conference for all writers at any stage of their publishing journey.”

Jana DeLeon
New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author

“Inker’s Con was the best money I have spent for my career this year, possibly ever.”

Alyssa Bailey
USA Today and International Best Selling Author

“All authors, whether aspiring, new or established must attend Inkers Con… It’s the best investment.”

L. L. Hunter
Bestselling Author with 50+ published books

MEET THE FOUNDERS

Hi, we’re Alessandra Torre and Terezia Barna – and we’ve spent years accelerating authors’ success with programs and conferences.

Alessandra is a 7X NYT bestselling author, with over thirty books, published traditionally and indie. Terezia is a marketing expert and author consultant, with a passion for helping independent authors.

In 2019, we started examining the qualities, knowledge, and resources authors need to fulfill their potential. We found that authors need to master the four pillars of craft, business, marketing, and advertising. 

Each year, we bring together the best in the business to educate authors on the latest and greatest in each of those areas. 

MEET THE FOUNDERS

Hi, we’re Alessandra Torre and Terezia Barna – and we’ve spent years accelerating authors’ success with programs and conferences.

Alessandra is a 7X NYT bestselling author, with over thirty books, published traditionally and indie. Terezia is a marketing expert and author consultant, with a passion for helping independent authors.

In 2019, we started examining the qualities, knowledge, and resources authors need to fulfill their potential. We found that authors need to master the four pillars of craft, business, marketing, and advertising. 

Each year, we bring together the best in the business to educate authors on the latest and greatest in each of those areas. 

 

This is built for authors who:

  • Want actionable and in-depth information that will make success easier
  • Are ready to meet other authors that will give them support and information
  • Love the flexibility of watching classes on their own schedule
  • Are ready to put in the work to make their author career a success

What authors are saying about us

“Because of Inkers Con my business has definitely improved. Last year was my best year ever.”

Susan Miller

“InkersCon is one of the best online conferences I’ve found. Reliably expert and on-target content for a reasonable cost.”

Natasha P.

“Excellent caliber of speakers who really know their stuff, whether it’s business, craft, marketing, or anything else to help us further our writing careers.”

J. R.

“What a motivating experience for this indie author”

Joanne Giacomini
Romance, Fantasy and Paranormal Author with 7 published books

“I’m revamping my business and thanks to Inkers Con I have the tools I need!”

Kahlen Aymes
USA Today Bestselling Author with 21 published books

“No matter where you are in your publishing career, Inkers Con has the information you need to take the next step.”

Jennifer Allis Provost
Author with 40+ published books

“It went above and beyond my expectations. I’ve already been able to put much of what I’ve learned into practice. Thank you!”

Heather Marie Reaves
Author with 8 published books

“I learned so much and can’t wait to implement new strategies for my books. Thank you, Inkers Con.”

Nicola Marsh
USA Today Bestselling and Multi Award Winning Author

“Without doubt, it’s the best investment I’ve made in my author career, to date, and I’d recommend it to any author, whatever stage they’re at in their own career.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everyone joins Inkers Con at a different point in his or her career. We have new authors who want professional guidance and insights in order to properly launch their career. We have authors who have written and published dozens of novels and are looking to break through to the next earning plateau. We have six and seven-figure annual earnings who attend Inkers Con to continually improve their writing and marketing and grow their network and expertise. It’s never too late or too early to attend Inkers Con. Plus, with six years of access, you can grow and access the content you need when you’re ready for it.

Your Inkers Con 2026 ticket includes access to 24 recorded presentations, live Q&A sessions with bestselling authors, and attendee-led roundtable discussions where you can connect and share ideas. You’ll also enjoy six full years of access to all session recordings so you can revisit the content anytime.

We focus on adult fiction, and the knowledge shared can be applied to any fiction genre (and even some non-fiction!). Our speakers are superstars and experts across a great mix of romance, fantasy, science-fiction, thriller, and general fiction genres – and our attendees are the same!

Yes, we are happy to offer PayPal options if that is easier for you. Just email us at info@inkerscon.com to arrange an invoice.

We believe so strongly that you’ll learn and see an increase in your sales based on these classes that we’re proud to offer a 100% money-back “no questions asked” guarantee for 30 days after the digital launch. If you don’t feel like you’ve learned something new that will expand your business and increase sales – just reach out to us at info@inkerscon.com and we will refund you right away. There is no risk in trying the conference out.

You’ll have six years from date of purchase to view all of the 2026 conference presentations, recordings and replays – all through your password-protected access at InkersCon.com!

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