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Guide to Writers Conferences & Writing Workshops
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Children's Book Writers of Los Angeles - Critique Groups and Writers Workshops
Educating and Inspiring Writers on the Road to Publication: We offer a minimum of 12 events annually. We alternate between facilitated...

CA, CA, CA

Pathways to Publication
CHOOSING THE BEST WAY TO REACH YOUR READERS: 6/7/13. Navigating the maze of options in the changing world of publishing: clarifying...

IL

Finish Line Writers' Retreat
This retreat provides coaching, structured workshops, and peer support to academics interested in completing a submission-ready chapter or journal manuscript.

, AR, KS, MO, OK

Country Memories Farm Christian Writing Conference
2-day Christian writers conference, 5 outstanding speakers; how to publish, write as if it matters, write funny, edits/critiques, memoirs. Extra critique,...

WI

Writing & Yoga Workshop
Writing & Yoga Workshop for writers of all types: novelists, poets, bloggers, journalists, non-fiction, memoir, journal writes, anyone who writes or...

OR, WA, Brazil

The Writers' Workshop of Asheville
Our programs include classes in fiction, poetry, non-fiction, playwriting, journal writing, children’s books, screenwriting, and more. Programs are held in Asheville...

NC

Getting to the Next Draft
You've labored for months and have finally produced enough material for a 1st (or 2nd, or 3rd) draft. Now what? This...

CA

Hunt Country Writers' Retreat
small workshop featuring prominent writers, editors and agents covering all aspects of writing and publishing in today's evolving market; includes pitches...

Online Writing Workshops from Teeny Tiny Press
Study poetry writing from the comfort of your home with an affordable 100% online writing workshop. Participants write four poems over...

Internet

Summer Writers Institute at Washington University in St. Louis
The Summer Writers Institute at Washington University is an intensive, two-week program featuring workshops in Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Flash Fiction, and...

MO

Navigating Your Writing Life: Getting It Published
10 workshops on publishing, marketing and more: VWC Navigating Your Writing Life Symposium

VA

Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter WriteNow! 2013 Conference
The Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter invite you to their 10th annual writers' conference. Featuring award-winning, bestselling authors and e-Book...

AZ

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Algonkian Writers Conference Reviews - New York Pitch Conference in writing Algonkian Writers Conference Reviews - New York Pitch Conference
First novel published or no? Join the top .001 who have an actual chance of becoming published commercial authors. Most genres.

Write on the Sound Writers' Conference and Pre-Conference in writing Write on the Sound Writers' Conference and Pre-Conference
Limited to 250 attendees, the conference provides a wide variety of workshop sessions and the opportunity to network with aspiring and published authors. Oct. 4-6, 2013

Antioch Writers' Workshop in writing Antioch Writers' Workshop
July 6-12, 2013. Fiction, memoir and personal essay, poetry. Accessible faculty, intensive seminars, manuscript critiques, agent meetings. Presented in partnership with Antioch University.

St. Davids Christian Writers' Conference in writing St. Davids Christian Writers' Conference
You'll find opportunities to connect, create, critique, and catapult your writing to the next level. Continuing and stand alone classes for writers of every inspiration Jun 18-22, 2013

Unicorn Writers' Conference in writing Unicorn Writers' Conference
Network with 25 agents, get MS feedback from industry shot-callers and hone your craft. Plus, get practical tutorials from publishing executives on acing book proposals. Media training 1-1 private sessions. Manuscript review by literary agent and/or editor for $50 for 30 min meeting with agent/editor at conference. Mar 22, 2014 Saint Clement's Castle, Portland, CT

The Florida Heritage Book Festival Writers Workshop in writing The Florida Heritage Book Festival Writers Workshop
Join us for a celebration of writing and reading with noted authors in the nation’s oldest city, Sep 26 - 28, 2013 in St. Augustine, Florida.

St. Augustine Writers Conference in writing St. Augustine Writers Conference
Our esteemed faculty features award-winning writers Amy Bloom, Connie May Fowler, and Richard McCann. Our Literary-Agent-in-Residence is Joy Harris of the Joy Harris Literary Agency.

Cary Tennis Writing Workshop in Amsterdam in writing Cary Tennis Writing Workshop in Amsterdam
Join Cary in Amsterdam at the Treehouse, the event space of the American Book Center July 27-28 2013 for two mornings of AWA-style writing workshops.

Flathead River Writers Conference in writing Flathead River Writers Conference
A WRITER’S JOURNEY in THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS LEARN FROM ENERGIZING EXPERTS Literary novelist - Writing coach, Multi-genre prolific author, Accomplished outdoor author, Speed Writing, Scrivener

Salt Cay Writers Retreat in writing Salt Cay Writers Retreat
An unparalleled opportunity for writers of fiction, memoir, & narrative nonfiction to work one-on-one with bestselling authors, top editors, and literary agents in an inspiring setting. Oct 20-26, 2013. Salt Cay, Bahamas.

Get Away to Write in writing Get Away to Write
WRITE IN SCOTLAND. Delight in a week of supportive writing workshops. Soak up breathtaking scenery on excursions to remote castles, fishing villages, the Highlands, Edinburgh. Aug 8-15, 2013

Ventana Sierra Advanced Writing Workshop in writing Ventana Sierra Advanced Writing Workshop
Advanced craft workshops and high level critique in beautiful Carson City, all benefitting Ventana Sierra, our nonprofit which helps at-risk youth realize their dreams. Jun 14-16, 2013

PNWA Summer Writers Conference in writing PNWA Summer Writers Conference
Network with fellow writers, learn how to improve your craft, market your novel, pitch to agents and editors. Jul 25-28/2013 Seattle Airport Hilton & Conference Center

Southern California Writers' Conference in writing Southern California Writers' Conference
Devoted to writers of all levels, the SCWC has facilitated some $4 million in first-time authors’ book and screen deals. Sep 20-22, 2013 and Feb 14-17, 2014.

Historical Novel Society - North American Conference in writing Historical Novel Society - North American Conference
This weekend event features workshops, panels, and keynote addresses by 75 presenters on various aspects of fiction set in the past. 6-21,22,23 2013 in St. Pete, FL

The Lost Art of Personal Writing in writing The Lost Art of Personal Writing
Write for enjoyment, to communicate, or to publish — it all begins with personal writing. St. Paul, Minnesota, June 21-23 and Grand Marais, Minnesota August 17-18.

Writers' Publishing Workshop in writing Writers' Publishing Workshop
Week-long retreat providing Christian writers with encouragement, instruction and support from editing and publishing specialists and fellow writers. August 5-9, Ockenga Institute, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.

Advance! - Writers Bootcamp in writing Advance! - Writers Bootcamp
3-day Smoky Mountain retreat conference features small editor/agent/publisher classes & discussion groups, intense writing workshops taught by award-winning authors. February 21-23, 2014, Billy Graham Center, The Cove, Asheville, NC.

Chuckanut Writers Conference in writing Chuckanut Writers Conference
Deeply grounded in the Pacific Northwest’s rich abundance, the Chuckanut Writers Conference is a craft-centered, cross-genre celebration inspiring writers to bring forth their unique voices.

Wet Mountain Valley Writers' Workshops in writing Wet Mountain Valley Writers' Workshops
3rd Annual Summer Writing Workshop with Abigail Thomas, Dorothy Allison and Bar Scott June 8 – 14, 2013 – Westcliffe, Colorado a unique and intimate 6-day writing workshop for women

Tin House Summer Writer's Workshop in writing Tin House Summer Writer's Workshop
One-week writing intensive featuring workshops, readings, seminars, panels, mentorships. Prestigious faculty of writers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Jul 14-21, 2013 Reed College, Portland.

Author Salon Online Conferences and Workshops in writing Author Salon Online Conferences and Workshops
Author Salon, the novel development and network site for aspiring authors, has created a competitive novel writing program.

Sail to Success in writing Sail to Success
Trip of a lifetime. Unique workshop combining best-in-class faculty with an outstanding venue. 4-days of intense critiques and lectures while sailing the Bahamas.

Westport Writers' Workshops & Retreats in writing Westport Writers' Workshops & Retreats
Westport Writers Workshop is now open for Spring Registration! Watch Hill, Rhode Island Writers' Retreat May 3-7, 2013. Collobrières, France Writers' Retreat June 21-July 1, 2013

Write, Travel, Transform: Writing Retreat in the Scottish Highlands in writing Write, Travel, Transform: Writing Retreat in the Scottish Highlands
Come to Scotland with bestselling author Laura Davis for a transformative journey filled with writing, deep peace, adventure. These ten days will change your life. Aug 14-24, 2013 Forres, Scotland.

Pennwriters Conference in writing Pennwriters Conference
Pitch to agents/editors, learn, network & be inspired at the 26th Annual Pennwriters Conference. 45+ workshops, pre-conference seminars, special keynotes. May 16-19, 2013 Pittsburgh Airport Marriot.

New York Writers Workshop: Pitch Conferences & Workshops in writing New York Writers Workshop: Pitch Conferences & Workshops
Three-day conferences for writers who pitch their book proposals to editors from major New York publishers. Mar 1-3, 2013 and Apr 12-14, 2013 • New York, NY.

Yale Writers' Conference in writing Yale Writers' Conference
Two intensive programs for committed writers at all levels, including workshops, individual manuscript conferences, master classes, craft talks, and student and faculty readings. 6/10-19/2013 and 6/21-23/2013

Writers Studio at UCLA Extension in writing Writers Studio at UCLA Extension
Feb 7-10, 2013. Participate in the four-day intensive Writers Studio and attend in-class and online courses at the most comprehensive writing program in the United States.

Mendocino Coast Writers Conference in writing Mendocino Coast Writers Conference
3-day annual conference features small group genre intensives, lectures, readings, one-on-one consultations, editor/agent/publisher chat rooms. Jul 25-27, 2013. Fort Bragg, California (10 miles north of Mendocino).

Crested Butte Writers Conference in writing Crested Butte Writers Conference
June 21-23, 2013 Intimate, interactive and inspiring, the 2-1/2 day Crested Butte Writers Conference is an experience like no other!

The New School Summer Writers Colony in writing The New School Summer Writers Colony
Fiction, nonfiction, and poetry workshops and literary salons with renowned New School faculty members. Visit legendary literary venues, meet authors, editors, agents. Jun 3-20, 2013 New York, NY.

Fifth House Lodge Retreat in writing Fifth House Lodge Retreat
At Maine's Fifth House Lodge writing teacher and coach Joan Lee Hunter offers group writing workshops as well as individual hourly consulatations and personalized multi-day retreats throughout the year.

Jackson Hole Writers Conference in writing Jackson Hole Writers Conference
Inspiring conference! Revel in the art and craft of writing with critiques, and workshops in Grand Teton National Park. Get plotting and poetic for Jun 27-29, 2013.

Backspace Writers Conference in writing Backspace Writers Conference
2013 Backspace Writers Conference. May 23-25, 2013. New York City. 3 days of panel discussions, workshops, and one-on-one editorial critiques with agents, editors, and bestselling authors.

Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference in writing Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference
Bring your book-length or chapbook-length poetry manuscript to the decision-makers. The only conference designed to set poets on a path towards book publication.

San Francisco Writers Conference in writing San Francisco Writers Conference
Feb 14-17, 2013 San Francisco Writers Conference welcomes keynoters R.L.Stine, Guy Kawasaki, Anne Perry & Bella Andre. A Celebration of Craft, Commerce & Community!

Wesleyan Writers Conference in writing Wesleyan Writers Conference
57th year - The Conference welcomes new writers, established writers, and everyone interested in the writer's craft. Faculty of nationally known writers, editors, and agents. June 12-16, 2013

Free Expressions Seminars in writing Free Expressions Seminars
Unparalleled instruction, feedback, and inspiration from industry professionals. Our simple goal: to help you achieve artistic and commercial success—now and for your entire writing career.

Colgate Writers’ Conference in writing Colgate Writers’ Conference
The Colgate Writers' Conference offers daily workshops of ten or fewer participants, personal consultations, craft talks, panel discussions, readings, and informal conversations. June 16-22, 2013

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