Title:

Address:

Colgate University, Office of Summer Programs, 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346

Dates:

June 20 - June 26
Application Deadline: April 15, 2010

Tuition:

$495 - $1245 depending on program. Discounts for early applications and conference alumni.

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction

Description:

In beautiful Central New York, come join fellow writers in learning to become better at their craft. More information...

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Address:

66 W. 12th St., New York, NY 10011

Dates:

June 7 - 24, 2010
Application Deadline: May 26, 2010

Tuition:

Undergraduate tuition: $6,072 ($1,012 per credit)
Non-credit tuition: $3,990 (no grades are assigned nor academic records kept for non-credit students)

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

Take part in workshops and literary salons with renowned New School faculty members, visit legendary literary venues, and meet authors, editors, and agents at the center of the contemporary American literary scene. More information...

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Contact: 3187 Angell Hall, 435 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1033
Location: Camp Michigania, 3006 Camp Sherwood Road, Boyne City MI 49, Boyne City, MI 49712

Dates:

June 3-7, 2010
Application Deadline: May 18, 2010

Tuition:

$595-795

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The tenth annual Bear River Writers' Conference, sponsored by the University of Michigan, will be held June 3-7, 2010 at Camp Michigania on Walloon Lake, near Petoskey, Michigan. The conference offers workshops in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, as well as readings, discussions, nature walks, and time for writing. More information...

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Address:

Ljuben Karavelov 15 Str., Sofia, Bulgaria 1142

Dates:

May 27- June 1, 2010
Application Deadline: March 15, 2010

Tuition:

25% International Travel

Genres:

Fiction

Description:

The Elizabeth Kostova Foundation offers its third annual summer fiction-writing seminar in historic Sozopol in Bulgaria. The seminar consists of intensive daily workshops, roundtable discussions, readings and lectures by faculty and fellows. Fiction writers from Bulgaria and fiction writers from English-speaking countries, including but not limited to the U.S. and the U.K., are invited to apply. A total number of ten applicants will be selected for participation and funding.. More information...

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Address:

Vermont College, 36 College Street, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, VT 05602

Dates:

August 9-15, 2010

Tuition:

$850/ $975 for Poetry Manuscript

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

The 15th annual Conference at the home of the acclaimed Vermont College of Fine Arts MFA programs is designed for experienced writers, with graduate degrees or equivalent backgrounds. The Conference emphasizes process and craft through its unique structure of intimate workshops limited to 5 or 6 participants, and features one-on-one consultations with faculty, readings by both faculty and participants, craft classes, issues forums, shared meals and a variety of social events that help galvanize our lively and inclusive community. More information...

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Contact: 18 N. Richards Avenue, Ventnor, NJ 08406
Location: Dexter's Inn, 258 Stagecoach Road, Sunapee, NH 03782

Dates:

November 6-8, 2009
Application Deadline: Open until filled (Limited to just 22 participants!)

Tuition:

$275. Plus Tardy Bard Penalty ($25) when registering after October 5. Meal & room packages starting at $100

Genres:

Poetry, Nonfiction

Description:

Join us for a relaxing writing retreat which will energize and inspire you. Workshops in poetry and creative nonfiction include writing time, supportive feedback sessions, good meals and good company. More information...

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Address:

P.O. Box 10500, Portland, OR 97210

Dates:

July 11-July 18 2010

Tuition:

$1000 to $1100

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

A weeklong intensive of workshops, seminars, panels,and readings led by the editors of Tin House magazine and Tin House books and their guests: prominent contemporary writers of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. More information...

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Address:

Contact: 18 N. Richards Avenue, Ventnor, NJ 08406
Location: The Grand Hotel, 1045 Beach Avenue, Oceanfront, Cape May, NJ 08240

Dates:

January 15-18, 2010
Application Deadline: Open until filled, $25 Tardy Bard Penalty after December 15

Tuition:

$385 includes all workshops, 2 lunches and 2 receptions; Room packages from $250; $25 Tardy Bard Penalty after December 15

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

NOT YOUR TYPICAL WRITERS' CONFERENCE. Energize your writing with challenging and supportive workshops that focus on starting new material. Advance your craft with feedback from our award-winning faculty including Pulitzer Prize & National Book Award winners. More information...

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Contact: 3187 Angell Hall, 435 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1033
Location: Camp Michigania, 3006 Camp Sherwood Road, Boyne City MI 49, Boyne City, MI 49712

Dates:

June 3-7, 2010
Application Deadline: May 18, 2010

Tuition:

$595-795

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The tenth annual Bear River Writers' Conference, sponsored by the University of Michigan, will be held June 3-7, 2010 at Camp Michigania on Walloon Lake, near Petoskey, Michigan. The conference offers workshops in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, as well as readings, discussions, nature walks, and time for writing. More information...

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Address:

Contact: 3187 Angell Hall, 435 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1033
Location: Camp Michigania, 3006 Camp Sherwood Road, Boyne City MI 49, Boyne City, MI 49712

Dates:

June 3-7, 2010
Application Deadline: May 18, 2010

Tuition:

$595-795

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The tenth annual Bear River Writers' Conference, sponsored by the University of Michigan, will be held June 3-7, 2010 at Camp Michigania on Walloon Lake, near Petoskey, Michigan. The conference offers workshops in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, as well as readings, discussions, nature walks, and time for writing. More information...

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Address:

513 S. Presa, San Antonio, TX 78205

Dates:

Year-round programs and Summer Literary Festival

Tuition:

Varies

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting

Description:

Gemini Ink nurtures writers and readers and builds community through literature and the related arts. More information...

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Address:

Round Top Festival Institute, P.O. Box 89, Round Top, Texas, 78954

Dates:

April 30 - May 2, 2010
Application Deadline: None; early registration recommended

Tuition:

$125/student $80

Genres:

Poetry

Description:

The 3-day festival is a mix of featured readings, panels, workshops, performance, participant readings, social events, and a festival anthology publication. More information...

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Address:

University of North Dakota, Dept. of English, 110 Merrifield, Campus Stop 7209, Grand Forks, ND 58202

Dates:

March 23-27, 2010

Tuition:

Completely free and open to public

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The 41st Annual UND Writers Conference features Art Spiegelman, Saul Williams, Frank X. Walker, Cecelia Condit, Deena Larsen, Nick Montfort, Stuart Moulthrop, Mark Amerika, and a musical performance by Zeitgeist. More information...

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Contact: Portland State University, Continuing Education, Graduate School of Education, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751
Location: 615 SW Harrison St., Portland OR

Dates:

July 19 - 23, 2010; early bird registration until May 15, 2010
Application Deadline: June 2009

Tuition:

TBA

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Full week of lectures, workshops, and critique sessions that focus on the different genres of children's books (picture books, chapter books, young adult). More information...

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Address:

P.O. Box 10500, Portland, OR 97210

Dates:

July 11-July 18 2010

Tuition:

$1000 to $1100

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

A weeklong intensive of workshops, seminars, panels,and readings led by the editors of Tin House magazine and Tin House books and their guests: prominent contemporary writers of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. More information...

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Contact: 1 avenue du General Leclerc, Vitry, France 94400
Location: WICE, 20, blvd du Montparnasse, Paris, France 75015

Dates:

June 27-July 2, 2010
Application Deadline: May 15, 2010

Tuition:

650 euros Early Bird, 750 euros

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The oldest continuing creative writing program in France, the PWW has established an international reputation not only for stimulating instruction, but also for creating a supportive community which respects diverse voices. New writers, established writers are welcomed. More information...

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Address:

Ljuben Karavelov 15 Str., Sofia, Bulgaria 1142

Dates:

May 27- June 1, 2010
Application Deadline: March 15, 2010

Tuition:

25% International Travel

Genres:

Fiction

Description:

The Elizabeth Kostova Foundation offers its third annual summer fiction-writing seminar in historic Sozopol in Bulgaria. The seminar consists of intensive daily workshops, roundtable discussions, readings and lectures by faculty and fellows. Fiction writers from Bulgaria and fiction writers from English-speaking countries, including but not limited to the U.S. and the U.K., are invited to apply. A total number of ten applicants will be selected for participation and funding.. More information...

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Address:

40 E. 98th St., Apt. 2E, New York, NY 10029

Dates:

June 22 - June 27, 2010
Application Deadline: January 15 - March 1, 2010

Tuition:

$350

Genres:

Poetry

Description:

Kundiman's 5 day retreat is open to emerging Asian American poets who seek to improve their skills in a rigorous yet supportive environment. It is a very intensive time with daily writing workshops, mentorship sessions with faculty, readings, and community-building activities. More information...

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The Mllay Colony for the Arts, 454 East Hill Road, Austerlitz, NY 12017

Dates:

April 1 through December 1
Application deadline: October 1

Tuition:

None

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Screenwriting, Playwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

The Millay Colony for the Arts is an artists residency program in Austerlitz, New York. More information...

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Address:

PO Box 2087, Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Dates:

July 29-31, 2010
Application Deadline: June 15, 2010

Tuition:

$495 ($540 after June 15)

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Three-plus days of craft, community and inspiration in the temperate climate and spectacular scenery of California's northern coast. Explore how writing can shape the world with excellent writers who are also outstanding teachers. More information...

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Address:

Four Points Sheraton, 3400 Airport Road, Allentown, PA 18109

Dates:

March 26-27, 2010

Tuition:

Conference: Early bird prices are $100 for members and students, and $120 nonmembers; late registration is $135 ($100 students). Workshop: $115.

Genres:

Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Choose from eighteen sessions, get a first page critique by publishing professionals, meet with agents. Pre-conference workshop by James N. Frey: "How to Plot Like the Pros." More information...

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Address:

Contact: 3187 Angell Hall, 435 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1033
Location: Camp Michigania, 3006 Camp Sherwood Road, Boyne City MI 49, Boyne City, MI 49712

Dates:

June 3-7, 2010
Application Deadline: May 18, 2010

Tuition:

$595-795

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The tenth annual Bear River Writers' Conference, sponsored by the University of Michigan, will be held June 3-7, 2010 at Camp Michigania on Walloon Lake, near Petoskey, Michigan. The conference offers workshops in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, as well as readings, discussions, nature walks, and time for writing. More information...

Title:

Address:

Ljuben Karavelov 15 Str., Sofia, Bulgaria 1142

Dates:

May 27- June 1, 2010
Application Deadline: March 15, 2010

Tuition:

25% International Travel

Genres:

Fiction

Description:

The Elizabeth Kostova Foundation offers its third annual summer fiction-writing seminar in historic Sozopol in Bulgaria. The seminar consists of intensive daily workshops, roundtable discussions, readings and lectures by faculty and fellows. Fiction writers from Bulgaria and fiction writers from English-speaking countries, including but not limited to the U.S. and the U.K., are invited to apply. A total number of ten applicants will be selected for participation and funding.. More information...

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Address:

Contact: Portland State University, Continuing Education, Graduate School of Education, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751
Location: 615 SW Harrison St., Portland OR

Dates:

July 19 - 23, 2010; early bird registration until May 15, 2010
Application Deadline: June 2009

Tuition:

TBA

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Full week of lectures, workshops, and critique sessions that focus on the different genres of children's books (picture books, chapter books, young adult). More information...

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Address:

Wesleyan University, 294 High Street, Middletown, CT 06457

Dates:

June 17-21, 2010

Tuition:

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

The Wesleyan Writers Conference is a one-week program of seminars, lectures, informal workshops, guest speakers, readings, private writing sessions, and (optional) manuscript consultations, all held on the campus of Wesleyan University in the rolling hills of Connecticut. Sessions focus on the novel, short story, poetry, memoir, short and long-form nonfiction, literary journalism, mixed media, and publishing. We bring together a faculty of award-winning authors and an international group of participants. Scholarships and fellowships are available. More information...

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Address:

PO Box 60066, Florence, MA 01062

Dates:

June 6-13, 2010

Tuition:

EU 1000 or $1450 single or double accommodation. A EU 350 or $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

At the heart of our retreats is the joining of Creative Writing, Hatha Yoga, and Meditation. Patricia Lee Lewis & her faculty have combined their energies for 10 years to offer this powerful path to the creative self. More information...

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Address:

Location: Chesapeake College, Route 50 at Route 213, Wye Mills, MD 21679
Contact: P.O. Box 298, Bozman, MD 21612

Dates:

February 20, 2010
Application Deadline: February 1, 2010

Tuition:

TBD

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Screenwriting

Description:

The 13th Annual Bay to Ocean Writers Conference is designed as an inspirational and educational opportunity for writers of all levels. The popular conference draws 150 attendees, primarily from the Delmarva Peninsula and Mid-Atlantic region. More information...

Title:

Address:

PO Box 60066, Florence, MA 01062

Dates:

May 20 - 23, 2010

Tuition:

$625 before March 29, $685 after

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

At the heart of our retreats is the joining of Creative Writing, Hatha Yoga, and Meditation. Patricia Lee Lewis & her faculty have combined their energies for 10 years to offer this powerful path to the creative self. More information...

Title:

Address:

PO Box 60066, Florence, MA 01062

Dates:

September 30 - October 3, 2010

Tuition:

$625 before August 1, $685 after

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

At the heart of our retreats is the joining of Creative Writing, Hatha Yoga, and Meditation. Patricia Lee Lewis & her faculty have combined their energies for 10 years to offer this powerful path to the creative self. More information...

Title:

Address:

PO Box 60066, Florence, MA 01062

Dates:

February 13-20, 2010

Tuition:

$1,950

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

At the heart of our retreats is the joining of Creative Writing, Hatha Yoga, and Meditation. Patricia Lee Lewis & her faculty have combined their energies for 10 years to offer this powerful path to the creative self. More information...

Title:

Address:

PO Box 60066, Florence, MA 01062

Dates:

June 6-13, 2010

Tuition:

EU 1000 or $1450 single or double accommodation. A EU 350 or $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

At the heart of our retreats is the joining of Creative Writing, Hatha Yoga, and Meditation. Patricia Lee Lewis & her faculty have combined their energies for 10 years to offer this powerful path to the creative self. More information...

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Address:

Department of Literature, Mail Code 0410, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0410

Dates:

June 27 - August 7, 2010
Application Deadline: December 1 to March 1

Tuition:

TBA

Genres:

Fiction

Description:

Established in 1968, the Clarion Writers' Workshop is the oldest workshop of its kind and is widely recognized as a premier proving and training ground for aspiring writers of fantasy and science fiction. The six-week workshop is held on the beautiful beachside campus of the University of California, San Diego. More information...

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Address:

Concord Poetry Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA 01742

Dates:

Year-round, see website

Tuition:

See website

Genres:

Poetry

Description:

Poetry conference focused on guiding poets to book publication is held in Colrain, Massachusetts and other locations and includes pre-conference work, manuscript analysis workshops, and in-depth editor consultations. Poetry readings, editorial panel Q&A, small groups (6-7). More information...

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Address:

Department of Literature, Mail Code 0410, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0410

Dates:

June 27 - August 7, 2010
Application Deadline: December 1 to March 1

Tuition:

TBA

Genres:

Fiction

Description:

Established in 1968, the Clarion Writers' Workshop is the oldest workshop of its kind and is widely recognized as a premier proving and training ground for aspiring writers of fantasy and science fiction. The six-week workshop is held on the beautiful beachside campus of the University of California, San Diego. More information...

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Address:

300 N. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325

Dates:

June 9-14, 2010
Application deadline: May 25, 2010

Tuition:

$730 (includes breakfast & lunch)

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction

Description:

Five-day conference with small workshops focused on the critique of work-in-progress. The conference features award-winning faculty teaching four three-hour workshops in the participant's genre of choice. More information...

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Address:

Open Book, 1011 Washington Ave S, Ste 200, Minneapolis, MN, 55415

Dates:

year-round

Tuition:

sliding fee based on household income

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Description:

The Loft supports the artistic development of writers, fosters a writing community and builds an audience for literature. The Loft serves 600,000 individuals each year with classes and festivals writers at all levels of development; in-person and broadcast readings and spoken word performances featuring national and local writers; programming by and for teens; age specific activities for children and families; and fellowships, mentorships, and career initiative awards for Minnesota writers. More information...

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Address:

PO Box 2087, Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Dates:

July 29-31, 2010
Application Deadline: June 15, 2010

Tuition:

$495 ($540 after June 15)

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Three-plus days of craft, community and inspiration in the temperate climate and spectacular scenery of California's northern coast. Explore how writing can shape the world with excellent writers who are also outstanding teachers. More information...

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Address:

1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West, English Department, LB 683.03, Montreal, QC, H3G 1M8 CANADA

Dates:

December, June, August
Application deadlines: November 15, April 30, June 15

Tuition:

$1950US

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Children's Literature

Brief Description:

SLS is the only writing seminar of its kind in the world, with programs running and upcoming in Montreal, Quebec; Nairobi-Lamu, Kenya; and Vilnius, Lithuania. More information...

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Address:

Chair, PEN Northwest, 23030 W. Sheffler Road, Elmira, OR 97437

Dates:

April through October, 2011 or 2012
Application Deadline: December 1, 2009 through March 1, 2010

Tuition:

Resident performs one hour a day of routine caretaking and receives a stipend of $5,000

Genres:

All

Description:

A seven-month residency, for any kind of writer at any stage of career, in a remote but comfortable cabin in the Rogue River backcountry of southwestern Oregon. Caretaking duties required. $5,000 stipend. See website for complete information. More information...

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Address:

1029 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Dates:

February 12-14, 2010
Application deadline: February 12, 2010

Tuition:

sliding scale from $425 to $695

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's Literature

Description:

Over 45 panels and sessions, along with 3 keynote addresses will give new and experienced writers information about the world of publishing and polishing their craft. Speed Dating with Editors and Agents and meals provide one-on-one opportunities. More information...

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Location: 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444
Contact: 3199 B-3 Lake Worth Rd., Lake Worth, FL 33461

Dates:

January 18-23, 2010
Application Deadline: November 2, 2009

Tuition:

Advanced Poetry Workshop $725
Advanced Auditor, $350
Intermediate Poetry Workshop $525
Intermediate Auditor $250

Genres:

Poetry

Description:

The eight workshops, six advanced and two intermediate, are limited to 12 qualified participants and three auditors. Workshops are 12 total hours over five days and include a 15 minute individual conference with the workshop leader. More information...

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Address:

P. O. Box 1027, St. Augustine, FL 32085

Dates:

November 6-8, 2009

Tuition:

N/A

Genres:

Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting

Description:

This year's conference will focus on any number of areas such as e-zines, electronic book publishing, literary websites, literary travel writing, truth and accuracy for non-fiction writers, what's literary and what's not. More information...