"Young Writers Can Change The World"
Online Summit
Get motivated and inspired by Christian authors like S.D. Smith, Jenny L Cote, Chuck Black, and Tim Shoemaker!
This free two-day event is designed to help young writers break past low expectations and get on track to finishing projects they're proud of.
FREE ONLINE EVENT | AUGUST 18-19, 2025
Young Writers Face Low Expectations
They're discouraged from pursuing writing seriously.
They're afraid their writing isn't good enough.
They aren't able to find the help they need.
We believe your writing can be so much more than you expect.
We understand the unique challenges young writers face and have seen what they can accomplish when they truly believe God can use their words to impact others.
Young Writers Can Make An Impact!
Just ask Katherine Forster, who published her first book, Transformed by Truth, at the age of 19.
Or Annika Crum, who went to Carnegie Hall to receive a National Silver Medal with Distinction from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards -- placing her in the top 1% of 100,000 competitors!
Or ask Anna Rose Johnson, who published her first novel, The Star That Always Stays, which was named one of NPR's Best Books of 2022!
What could YOU accomplish someday with faith and hard work?
Let's Get You Motivated and Inspired!
Here's how the summit works:
1. Sign Up for the Summit
Attendance is 100% free! You just need to register.
2. Learn from Our Speakers
Our speakers are passionate about investing in young writers.
3. Follow Our Action Steps
You'll leave with fresh motivation and practical steps forward.
Your Summit Speakers
You'll enjoy two jam-packed days full of presentations where we'll explore how you can make a difference as a young writer. Every session is taught from a Christian perspective and will help you integrate your faith with your writing as well!
Crafting Believable Worlds for Fiction Writers | Chuck Black
Chuck Black is the author of the popular Kingdom Series and loves inspiring people of all ages to discover the hope and love of the Savior.
Not Writing Is Still Writing: Trusting God in Our Journey | Erin Phillips
Erin Phillips is the award-winning author of Bond of Briars and The Betrayal of Eden. She loves writing stories that shine the Light into the darkest of nights.
Green Writer Show Live | S.D. Smith
S.D. Smith is the beloved author of the Green Embers series, which has spent time as the #1 bestselling audiobook in the world on Audible.
I Really Like This Character: How to Make Readers Fall in Love with Your Protagonist | Tim Shoemaker
Tim Shoemaker is the author of over twenty books and is a popular speaker at conferences and schools around the country.
Help! My Story Idea is Way Too Ambitious | Gillian Bronte Adams
Gillian Bronte Adams is the award-winning author of Of Fire and Ash and Of Sea and Smoke. She loves strong coffee, desert hikes, and trying out new soup recipes on crisp fall nights.
When It Feels Like Your Brain Hates You: Writing Through Burnout, Brokenness, and Chronic Illness | Kara Swanson
Kara Swanson won the "Most Promising Teen Writer" award at Mount Hermon in 2015 and went on to publish multiple award-winning novels, including Dust and Ignite.
From Idea to Ink: How to Write YA Novels | Candace Kade
Candace Kade is the author of the Hybrid Series and a certified Krav Maga assistant instructor who loves writing fight scenes.
Conquering Setbacks as a Young Author | Hannah Linder
Hannah Linder is the four-time Selah award-winning author of Regency romantic suspense novels.
How to Use the WriterScore to Supercharge Your Writing Growth | Brett Harris
Brett is the bestselling author of Do Hard Things and the personal mentor of many of the world's top young writers.
Do Not Despise Small Beginnings | Jenny L. Cote
Jenny L. Cote is the award-winning author of the historical fantasy fiction series, Epic Order of the Seven®.
Your Summit Host
My name is Brett Harris. I got published at 19-years-old with the message that teens can make an impact when they rebel against low expectations and do hard things.
Over the past decade, I've been helping young writers put that "do hard things" message into action by achieving levels of excellence beyond what most people expect.
Now, I'm bringing these incredible authors together to motivate and inspire you to write more, write better, and believe that God can use your words for His glory.
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event!
You don't have to wait till you're retired to write a book… and you certainly don't have to wait till you're an adult to make a difference.
Your words can inspire others, entertain readers, and glorify God right now.
All you need is the right mindset & direction so you can begin producing stories, articles, or books you're proud of showing off to the world.
Are you ready to commit?