Conferences

Looking for a conference? Have a stomach for horror? StokerCon might be just the thing. When: March 1-4, 2018 Where: Biltmore Hotel, Providence, Rhode Island LOGO PIC How much: $150-$175…

The Writers’ Police Academy is delighted to announce that Thomas B. Sawyer, head writer/showrunner of the TV sensation, Murder, She Wrote, will highlight WPA’s Thursday night opening. He’s titled his…

Portland, Oregon, April 7-8. Whether you’re looking for introductory learning on new-to-you topics or hunting for strategic approaches to new challenges, IBPA’s Publishing University is the place for you. You’ll…

New York, New York, February 12-14. Children’s publishing. Includes authors, illustrators, agents, editors, and art directors. Topics: what is hot, what is not, what’s wanted next, picture books to middle…

Ridgecrest, North Carolina, May 21-25. One of the largest Christian writing conferences in the country. Covers novel writing, nonfiction, screenplays, visual media, devotions, freelance, children’s, magazine articles, and web content.…

Franconia, New Hampshire, June 24-28. Writing Intensive June 28-29. Classroom teachers and poets to share experiences. Graduate level and continuing education credits available. 603-823-5510. frot@frostplace.org www.frostplace.org

Honolulu, Hawaii. March 16-19. Sponsored by mystery fans where readers, writers, librarians, and fans of mystery/thrillers gather. Guests of honor, Dana Stabenow and Colin Cotterill. ingrid@lcc2016.com www.leftcoastcrime.org/2017

Boca Raton, Florida, February 23-26. Panels on craft and business of mystery writing, agent or editor appointments. Keynote speaker is David Baldacci. Guest authors are S. J. Rozan, Jane Cleland,…

Santa Barbara Writers Conference, June 18-23. All genres. The week focuses on story, voice, craft, marketing, and networking. 805-568-1516. info@sbwriters.com Speakers include: Fannie Flagg Angela Rinaldi Tracy Daugherty David Brin…

Homer, Alaska, June 9-13. Daily workshops, readings, and panel discussions in fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and writing. Manuscript reviews and academic credit also available. Keynote speaker, Jane Smiley. 907-235-7743. http://writersconf.kpc.alaska.edu