Conferences

March 1-4, 2018 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Boca Raton, Florida. One of the country’s premier conferences for writers, SleuthFest is an intensive four-day conference featuring writing workshops,…

Henderson Writers’ Group, hosts the 15th Las Vegas Writers’ Conference at the Tuscany Hotel and Casino. April 19–21, 2018. Full-day workshop with Jane Friedman Sunday, April 22, 2018. Attendance is…

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,…