Whether you are experienced or new to writing, have a special project in mind, are switching genres or need a jumpstart, Writing It Real in Port Townsend Writers' Conference June 26-30, 2008 will provide professional guidance in writing and publishing memoir, non-fiction, fiction and poetry.
Since 1999, our faculty's trademark has been enthusiasm, warmth and genuine down-to-earth instruction. This year, join Sheila Bender, Meg Files, Jack Heffron and Susan Rich for lectures, small-group discussions, manuscript workshops and in-class writing exercises that will guide you to deeper and more meaningful writing.
Check out our conference program schedule for a detailed description of the workshops and lectures aimed at providing a hands-on, in-depth learning experience to all who attend. Conference attendance is limited to 50 participants.
For fees, registration, travel and accommodation information, and scheduling see our conference website.
"Thank you! I'm inspired and dedicated! Can't wait for next year!" "I'm impressed with the spirit of the workshop participants. I'll be back next year!"
“The conference exceeded my expectations in almost every way. I gained greater understanding of the craft, of various approaches to writing, of good workshop technique, and of the community of writers. I felt very much at home and nurtured as a professional by professionals.”
Author & poet Sheila Bender, publisher of WritingItReal.com; author & poet Meg Files, creative writing teacher; Jack Heffron, editorial director of Clerisy Press; Susan Rich, PEN award-winning poet.
