Intermediate Writers at The Well

Conference for Creatives

...I have given ability to all the skilled workers to make everything I have commanded you.

We have been made in the image the Living Word of God, Jesus. Is it any wonder we love to express ourselves with the written word?

The Well Conference for Creatives is a place for writers and authors at every level who serve Jesus to come together for fellowship, refreshing, and encouragement as they serve the Lord with the creative gifts He has given them. 

If you’re a beginning, intermediate or advanced writer, we’d love for you to join us, as you start your journey.

Contests for Writers

CIPA Award Contest at the Well

Christian Indie Awards

Since 2008, Christian Indie Awards honor Christian books by independent authors and small publishers for outstanding contribution to Christian life. The winners of the Christian Indie Awards will be announced at The Well conference.

CAN Excellence in Marketing Award

CAN Excellence in Marketing Award

Purpose of the CAN Excellence in Marketing Awards: To recognize, educate, and encourage superior marketing and promotional skills of Christian authors.

The Well Oasis Awards

Oasis Awards

Enter the OASIS Awards Publishing Contest for Christian Fiction & Nonfiction manuscripts and play scripts. Winners will receive The Well OASIS Award and publication of their submitted work. See this entry form for more details, and watch for a big announcement coming soon!

EA Books Publishing Contest

EA Books Publishing Contest

Writers will be chosen for inclusion in up to two books published by Living Parables, an imprint of EA Books Publishing, making them “published” authors.  Authors will be able to purchase books at a reduced rate and keep the profit from their sales. See contest details here.

Publish Your Book with The Well Publishers

Our mission is to publish works with excellence from creatives following their journey with God.

The Well Publishers

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Intermediate Writing at the Well Conference for Christian Creatives

Sell Your Books

All attendees and faculty of The Well are welcome to sell their books, media material and art in our bookstore. This is a great opportunity to get your work noticed and purchased.

We are pleased to announce that Carol Graft will be the bookstore manager. Carol has a lot of librarian experience plus loves to read! Carol is a writer herself and knows the beauty of being creative and blessing others with the gifts God has given.

If you are interested in selling your items in our bookstore, please fill this form for the bookstore here.

There will be a 20% fee paid to The Well for all that is sold.

Publishing at the Well Conference for Christian Creatives
Book in library with open textbook,education learning concept

Multi-Talented Creatives Welcome!

The Well Conference for Christian Creatives is not just for writers of faith. We also serve musicians, authors, film makers, actors, speakers, artists, and more. Every attendee is welcome to take whatever sessions they are interested in. You are not limited to a single track. 

April 25-27, 2024
Fair Haven Church
Hudsonville, MI (Near Grand Rapids)

We’re excited to have Torry Martin and Linda Evans Shepherd as our keynote speakers this year , plus an amazing lineup of breakout sessions for Creatives.
Barb Alderink with Fusion Graphics

Get Your Promo Reel at The Well

Fusion Graphic Consultants is a full service marketing company that specializes in videos.  Our professional videographers have produced many projects of Life’s Legacies, business profiles and corporate videos, including the promo video for The Well Ministry for Creatives website.

We would like to help you with your promo reel for your website or your next project. We will be available at The Well conference providing your 20-minute video shoot. 

What will you get? Your shoot includes your raw video footage, or you can hire us to create a finished product, edited down to a 2-minute promo video.

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Professional Headshots

with Family LIFE Photography

Indirah Michmerhuizen with Family LIFE Photography will be on site taking professional headshots at The Well Conference. If you would like to take advantage of this special offer, please select from the available 15 minute timeslots during registration at the conference.  Attendees will get 3 edited images and the cost will be $45.00. Payment is due at the time of your scheduled shoot, and is not included in the registration fee.

Indirah Michmerhuizen, Photographer
Indirah Michmerhuizen, Photographer

Get Involved

Attend

We want to see YOU at The Well, where you'll be equipped, networked and refreshed. Join us for encouraging keynotes, anointed worship, and great sessions.

Sponsor

Help us make this year the best year yet at The Well. Your sponsorships help us continue to encourage and equip Christian creatives to impact the world with us.

Invite

Help us get the word out about The Well Conference. Here are printable flyers, social media posts, and other tools to help you share the Well with your church and social circle.

Pray

Join us in praying for our conference, our attendees, our speakers, and our sponsors. We want to make an impact in this world and in the Kingdom of God. Will you partner with us?

Resources for Writers

PENCON

Annual Christian conference for editors and proofreaders

Karin Beery

Write Now Editing: Turning good manuscripts into great books!

James Watkins

Author, Consultant, Speaker

Heather Iseminger

Teacher and Author, Petals of Joy

Courtney Lasater

Editor, Unlocked Teen Devotional, Keys for Kids Ministries

Christian Editor Connection

Personally connecting established freelance editors with the people who need them.

Brenda L. Yoder

Author, Speaker, Counselor, Coach at Still Waters Christian Services