Guide to Writers Conferences & Writing Workshops

All Writers and Artists 6P Retreat
The Six Persimmons Writers Retreat offers writers peace and quiet in a beautiful, shared space.

Anam Cara Writer's and Artist's Retreat
Up to one-month individual retreats or workshops with morning group sessions, afternoon individual conferences & writing or painting time, evening resident...

Ann Arbor Book Festival
The Ann Arbor Book Festival is an annual series of events stretched over 3 days. It includes a street fair, a...

Annual Conference on Creative Writing at Pacific
Join us for an information packed three-day conference on Creative Writing at the University of the Pacific's beautiful main campus. LITERARY...

ANWA Writers Conference
The 2014 ANWA Writers Conference, "Time Out For Writers", will be held at the Mesa, Arizona Hilton. It is open to...

Arkansas Literary Festival
Seminars, author readings, panels, discussions, special events

Arkansas Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators
Conference: workshops, manuscript consultations, portfolio reviews, pitches, networking Retreat: lecture, discussion, writing practice, feedback Roundtable: discussion, feedback Workshop: craft practice, lecture, feedback

The Art & Craft of Fiction
The Art & Craft of Fiction: One day workshop covering topics including, plot, characterization, revision. Includes manuscript critique (25 pp submitted...

Artemisia Holidays Write
Workshops, individual exercises, personal coaching, one-to-one sessions; trips, visits & optional activities.

Aspen Summer Words Writing Retreat & Literary Festival
AM workshops/classes; PM author readings & craft talks, publishing industry panels, agent/editor meetings, social events & live music.

Atlanta Writers Conference
Twice-yearly conference featuring 10-12 editors & agents with manuscript & query letter critiques, pitches, Q&A panels, workshop & more. Past participants...

The Atlanta Writing Workshop
A full-day “How to Get Published” writing event. This writing event is a wonderful opportunity to get intense instruction over the...

Atlanta Writing Workshop: Bearing Witness: A Journey Into You
Award-Winning & National Bestselling Author Margaret Johnson-Hodge presents: "Bearing Witness: A Journey Into You" Writing Workshop with morning & afternoon writing...

August Words House Tropical Writers Retreat
Invest in your book this Winter. Defrost your Muse: Get out of the cold and into the sun! Spend a month...

Authors Combat Academy
Writers, Authors, pre-published or published who want to learn how to write better fight scenes. A 3-day conference. Special guests, lectures,...

Bali Writers' Workshop Retreat
Whether you’re a novelist, course-creator, journalist, or blogger, our Writer’s Workshop Retreat is the perfect opportunity to escape all distractions, relax...

The Banff Centre, Arts Programming
Programs in Writing & Publishing, Media and Visual Arts, New Media, Dance & Performing Arts. Artist Residency intensives.

Bay Area Writers League Conference
Lecture, discussion, hands-on editing

Bay to Ocean Writer's Conference
One-day writing conference hosted by the Eastern Shore Writers Association. Enjoy a continental breakfast, choice of 30 workshops, networking lunch, manuscript...

Beach Writers
Creative writing workshop overlooking the waves in Daytona Beach, Florida. Next session starts Sept 23. Session is 8 weeks, meets in...

Become a Writer Workshop
Three-part online series that focuses on the craft and discipline of becoming a writer

Becoming an Author - Weekend Workshop
Weekend workshop; Becoming and Author ... a beginners guide (simple steps to writing & publishing a book). From Author to Entrepreneur (Leverage your...

The Belize Writers' Conference
The Belize Writers’ Conference for fiction, creative nonfiction, and memoir writers. Join New York literary agents for the perfect blend of...

Between the Lines International Writing Program
Between the Lines is a multilingual program that brings together students from different countries for creative writing and cultural exchange. It...

Big Island Writers' Retreat & Conference 2016
Relax, refresh and restore your work in a creative paradise. Eight days and nine nights of writing, learning, sharing, exchanging and...