Note: An asterisk (*) indicates a previous winner in our survey. Find all of the 2020 conference winners here.
Arizona
Write Now! Conference
Hosted by Desert Sleuths, the Phoenix chapter of Sisters in Crime, this popular event brings together authors, agents, and editors for craft discussions, industry advice, and agent pitch sessions.
Where: Phoenix
When: September (2020 dates pending)
California
Sonoma County Writers Camp
Hosted by authors Ellen Sussman and Elizabeth Stark at the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center, this five-day retreat includes lodging and meals in its registration fees along with special sessions with industry professional.
Where: Occidental
When: April 29-May 3 2020; August 5-9 2020
