2024-2025 Writers confrences to attend to meet agents and pitch to them
To MEET OTHER WRITERS
And ESTABLISH MYSELF:
https://publishedtodeath.blogspot.com/p/writers-conferences.html
Databases for Writing Conferences:
Poets & Writers has a well-organized list of conferences and residencies. You can search by event type, state, and admission.
Publishers Weekly keeps a list of key conferences and book fairs, worldwide. List is ordered chronologically.
Poets & Writers Local is an app that lets you search for conferences near you.
Shaw Guides lists local, regional, national and international writing conferences. Organized by month.
Writing Day Workshops are managed by, Chuck Sambuchino, longtime Writer's Digest editor, Writing Day Workshops are full-day “How to Get Published” writing events that happen all around the United States throughout the year.
LIST OF PITCH ?CONFRFENCES 2025 (Ones I wanna attend the most)
1. https://newyorkwritetopitch.com/
2. https://www.scbwi.org/events/winter-conference-in-new-york-city
January 31st-feb 4th (600 dollars)
2025 Winter Conference In New York City
3. https://www.asja.org/asja-2025-conference-preview/ febuararuy 24th-26
The ASJA conference and Client Connections are live and in person in 2025, and take place Feb. 24-26 in New York City.
In keeping with the conference’s midtown Manhattan location at the Fashion Institute of Technology, the theme for the event is: ASJA: Always in Fashion NYC 2025.
The conference features three days of educational sessions, keynotes, fireside chats, receptions, and special events, plus opportunities for ASJA professional members to pitch stories and themselves to writing clients.
Registration for the event opens soon. If you don’t already receive the ASJA Weekly newsletter, subscribe now for the latest details about the conference, information about ASJA member events and benefits, and relevant non-ASJA programs and media industry news.
https://www.writingxwriters.org/publications
JANUARY 2025
Pacific University Master of Fine Arts in Writing Residency Writers Conference. January 4 - 14, 2025 (?): Seaside, Oregon. Writers seeking to deepen their craft and expand their professional community are invited to attend the Residency Writers Conference together with MFA students, faculty and guest speakers. Join us for 10 full days of craft talks, workshops, panels, classes, readings and more featuring some of the best minds of the literary world. This residency is a rare opportunity to engage in sustained and meaningful conversation with others who share your passion for the art of writing.
Application deadline: December 1, 2024.
Key West Literary Seminar. January 9–12, 2025: Key West, Florida. Each year, the Key West Literary Seminar explores a particular literary theme. This year the theme is: Family.
Aspen Winter Words. January 11 - March 14, 2025: Aspen, CO. The 2024 Aspen Words Winter Words lineup once again features acclaimed book club selections, bestselling authors, stunning stories of triumph and a world champion athlete. All winter long, explore these memoirs and works of fiction in person alongside the minds that conceived of them. Winter Words kicks off on January 11 with Ann Patchett and Elizabeth McCracken in conversation and runs through March 14 concluding with Abraham Verghese.
Writing By Writers DRAFT. Application deadline: January 15, 2025: Boulder, CO. DRAFT is an intensive program for 15 writers who are committed to completing a novel, memoir, short story, or essay collection over the course of two years. Whether starting a first draft, or working through a new revision, this program is appropriate for writers who want a rigorous and supportive community throughout their process.
Writing By Writers GET THE LEAD OUT! January 17 - 19, 2025:
Online. Th Each day will feature a craft talk by one of our faculty members and participants will split into small groups where they will dissect the art and craft of writing through lectures, writing exercises and class discussions. We won’t be reading and critiquing manuscripts, but rather closely examining elements of craft with the intention of allowing participants to see their work with deeper insight while also generating new material. Each participant will have the opportunity to work in a small group setting with all three faculty members. Whether you are just getting started or have projects that need new life, this workshop will offer inspiration and insight to take you to the next level.
Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway. January 17 - 20, 2025, Atlantic City, New Jersey. A participant-focused writers’ conference. Advance your craft and energize your writing at the 30th annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway. Enjoy challenging and supportive workshops, insightful feedback and an encouraging community. Choose from workshops in poetry, fiction, nonfiction, memoir, songwriting, playwriting and more.
TMW January Jumpstart. January 18 - 19, 2025: Oak Ridge, TN. “We will have a “Meet and Greet” session Friday from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Eastern. On Saturday there will be concurrent Poetry and Fiction morning sessions from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Eastern, and afternoon sessions from 1:30 – 4:30 Eastern." Registration $150.
Application deadline December 29.
Eckerd College Writers in Paradise Conference. January 18 -25, 2025: St. Petersburg, FL. Workshops, roundtables, panel discussions, manuscript consultation, Q&As, readings book signings, and receptions.
Application deadline: November 1, 2024.
The Stowe Vermont Winter Writing Adventure. January 26 - 31, 2025: Stowe, VT. The Stowe Vermont Winter Writing Adventure is a week-long workshop with Pam Houston and CMarie Fuhrman where writers will work with both faculty members to generate new work while snowshoeing, XC skiing, and exploring the beauty of New England in the wintertime. The workshop is limited to 20 participants to ensure an intimate setting, plus plenty of time to write and explore all the outdoor wonders Stowe has to offer.
Jaipur Literature Festival. January 30 - February 3, 2025. Presentations, panels, readings, and music performances. In an uplifting celebration of the mind and heart, authors from the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Europe will take part in provocative conversations about life and society, economics and the arts, equity, freedom, and the care of our planet. In these critical times, the penetrating, intercultural dialogue exchanged speaks deeply to individuals and gives rise to the joy of community.
Sunshine State Book Festival. January 31 - February 1, 2025: Gainesville, Florida. "Authors from around Florida and the nation will gather at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center on January 27th, from 10 am to 5 pm to sell books and talk about their work. Festivities include guest speakers, giveaways, storytelling, and more." Admission is free.
SCBWI In-Person Winter Conference 2025. January 31 - February 2, 2025: NY, NY. Come and be inspired by renowned authors and illustrators, learn about the state of the children's book publishing industry from panels of agents, editors and art directors, dive deep into your craft with TWO three-hour Creative Labs, and get your work in front of industry professionals!
Other yearly conferences to check out:
New York City, NY
The 2024 Biographers International Organization (BIO) Conference was held on May 16 and May 17 at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York in New York City; select events were also streamed online. The conference featured panels on...
read moreEvent Date: May 16, 2024
Application Deadline: May 17, 2024
https://www.mountfordwriting.com/writing-advice/best-10-new-york-writing-conferences (new york confrecnes to check out next year 2025)
Escpally in the spring the following conferences:
FALL 2025
Sept 28-29-21, 2024
New York, New York and Zoom
October 4-5, 2025 (they appear to be skipping 2024?)
New York, New York and Zoom
2025 Cost: TBD
Two days of events, including guest panels via Zoom, and one in-person pitching roundtable, much like the other Gotham workshops.
September 22-September 30, 2024
Brooklyn, New York and Online
2024 Cost: Free
Not really a writer’s conference, but this annual event may offer inspiration if you attend to hear a favorite author speak on a panel, sign a book, or do a reading. I presented at the Brooklyn Book Festival after my first novel came out, and it was such a fun environment. It offers opportunities to connect with authors, publishers, and fellow writers opining on broad-based panel topics such as the coming-of-age novel or satirical fiction.
Summer /spring pitch event/conferences: 2025
June 20 -June 23, 2024
New York, New York
2024 Cost: $895
Hosted by Algonkian Writer Conferences, this event focuses on honing your work, refining your book pitch and connecting with literary agents along with TV and film opportunities. It offers workshops, one-on-one consultations, and opportunities to pitch your manuscript. Formerly known as New York Pitch Conference.
2024 Cost $95-$425
On Day 1, attend four panels and presentations with writers, agents, editors to gain insights into the children’s book publishing world. On Day 2, selected authors meet virtually and in person in New York for Pitching Roundtables with two agents specializing in picture book, middle grade/young adult and graphic novel forms. Authors present a query and first page, and get feedback.
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