Conference Insider: Port Townsend Writers’ Conference
Craft and community combine at what event organizers call a “left-coast, Birkenstock-wearing version of Bread Loaf.”
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Conferences, Residencies, & Retreats
Conference Insider: NonfictioNOW
From social justice to video essays, this fact-focused conference is deeply grounded in modern-day truthtelling. Read More “Conference Insider: NonfictioNOW”
Conference Insider: Left Coast Crime Convention
Six hundred mystery writers gather each spring to talk about craft – and murder.
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Conference Insider: Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference
Writers of all genres and experience levels gather in Arizona for intense learning and vibrant conversations. Read More “Conference Insider: Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference”
Conference Insider: SDSU Writers’ Conference
Choose from craft talks, career insights, or publishing advice – both traditional and indie – at this decades-old conference in San Diego. Read More “Conference Insider: SDSU Writers’ Conference”
Conference Insider: Literary Writers Conference
This Friday-Saturday conference in New York City offers a comprehensive primer on the publishing industry.
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Conference Insider: The Cabins Collaborative Retreat
All creative disciplines come together for a harmonious weekend of learning, growth, and inspiration at this welcoming four-day conference. Read More “Conference Insider: The Cabins Collaborative Retreat”
Conference Insider: Kauai Writers Conference
Want a little Hawaiian vacation with your writing education? This is the conference for you.
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Conference Insider: Write-by-the-Lake
Dive deep into craft at this intensive five-day retreat on Lake Mendota. Read More “Conference Insider: Write-by-the-Lake”
Conference Insider: The Frost Place Conference on Poetry
A historic setting provides the perfect backdrop for a celebration of poetry and the artists who craft it. Read More “Conference Insider: The Frost Place Conference on Poetry”
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The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)
The best-selling books on our list are a varied bunch, with authors ranging from an acclaimed novelist to a former president. Read More “The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)”
The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents
Before querying agents make sure to do or not do each of these items. Read More “The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents”
Successful self-published authors share their top tips
We hear whispers that indie authors can make just as much as – if not more than – traditionally published authors. But who are these mythical indie authors, and how are they making it work? Read More “Successful self-published authors share their top tips”