Write on the Sound Writers' Conference and Pre-Conference
Experience an autumn weekend of literary inspiration on the beautiful shores of Puget Sound
A well-established conference and regional favorite, WRITE ON THE SOUND presents over thirty workshops by noted authors, educators, and trade professionals who share their talents and literary visions. A variety of intimate, high quality workshops offer an affordable experience for writers of all levels. Pre-conference workshops are offered on Friday afternoon. In addition to two full days of workshops on Saturday and Sunday, the conference features a keynote address, on-site book shop, manuscript critique appointments, and a themed writing contest. On Saturday evening, relax and get to know fellow writers and conference presenters at a book signing and casual reception overlooking the sunset on Puget Sound.
Edmonds, known as an arts community, is located 20 minutes north of Seattle, 45 minutes from SeaTac airport. With outstanding views of the water and the Olympic Mountains to the west, Edmonds has a charming downtown with a variety of specialty shops, galleries, restaurants, and a regional performing arts center.
2008: Keynoter Samuel Green, Washington's Poet Laureate; 30+ presenters including: Elizabeth Lyon, Nick O'Connell, Henriette Klauser, Marc Acito, Robert Birkby, Wendy Call, Bill Johnson, Clint Kelly, Carolyne Wright, Jessica Morrell.
Costs
$137/2 days ($112 early bird), $70/1 day. Pre-conference workshops/$60, writing contest entry/$10, manuscript critique/$25, Keynote/$10, box lunches/$12.
Kris Gillespie
City of Edmonds Cultural Services Assistant Write on the Sound Writers' Conference
700 Main St.
Edmonds, WA 98020
United States
Phone: 425-771-0228
Fax: 425-771-0253
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