Join us for a writing workshop with author, Carol Van Den Hende.  

Artificial intelligence is everywhere—fueling headlines, sparking debate, and shaping how stories are created and shared. While some authors approach it with caution, others are already discovering how large language models can act as powerful creative allies. In this one-hour workshop, Using AI Responsibly for Authors, Carol cuts through the noise to demystify the landscape. She breaks down the differences between AI, generative AI, and emerging agent-based tools, giving you a clear, practical foundation without the jargon.

From there, the session turns to what matters most: how to use these tools with integrity. Carol introduces key concepts like transparency, provenance, and ethical application, helping you navigate AI not as a shortcut, but as a thoughtful creative partner and editorial assistant. This is not a legal seminar—specific legal questions are best directed to an attorney—but it is a space for meaningful reflection and informed decision-making. You’ll leave better equipped to define your own boundaries, align AI use with your values, and decide how (or if) this evolving technology fits into your writing life.

CAROL VAN DEN HENDE is the award-winning author of the Goodbye, Orchid series, a public speaker, and MBA with decades of experience in marketing, strategy and insights. She currently leads the responsible use of AI for a multi-national company. Carol is passionate about simplifying business concepts into actionable steps for publishing success. She's keynoted and presented at conferences like Writer's Digest, IBPA, International Women's Writing Guild, Rutgers Writers' Conference, Sisters-in-Crime and Novelists, Inc. 

Attendees have said "Carol is a clear, articulate, organized speaker who is both an expert and excellent presenter," "you can feel the love and passion for what she does as much as how knowledgeable she is. I walked away confirming I was on the right path and excited to apply all she shared and inspired." "I can never get enough of Carol," "Carol inspires me and fires me up every time!"