conferences
Whether you're looking to improve your writing, learn the publishing business, meet industry professionals, or connect with fellow authors, our Conferences category brings together a growing collection of guides covering author conferences, writing workshops, literary festivals, publishing events, and professional development opportunities. From major international conventions to local writing retreats, these resources help indie authors discover the best events to sharpen their skills, expand their network, and build successful writing careers.
Kansas Writing Convention for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring Writers
Published on July 02, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical guide to the Kansas Writing Convention for authors who want craft workshops, writing community, retreat time, professional development, and a supportive regional event.
Full Guide: Kansas Writing Convention for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring WritersOkoboji Writers' and Songwriters' Retreat: A Practical Conference Guide for Authors and Creative Writers
Published on July 02, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical guide to the Okoboji Writers' and Songwriters' Retreat for authors who want craft instruction, creative energy, agent access, community, and an immersive Iowa retreat experience.
Full Guide: Okoboji Writers' and Songwriters' Retreat: A Practical Conference Guide for Authors and Creative WritersMidwest Writers Workshop for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring Writers
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical guide to Midwest Writers Workshop for authors who want craft education, publishing guidance, manuscript feedback, networking, and an accessible Midwestern writing conference experience.
Full Guide: Midwest Writers Workshop for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring WritersIndiana Writing Workshop for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring Writers
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical guide to the Indiana Writing Workshop for authors who want publishing instruction, agent access, query help, critique options, and a focused one-day writing conference experience.
Full Guide: Indiana Writing Workshop for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring WritersWrite to Publish Conference for Authors: A Practical Guide for Christian Writers and Indie Authors
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A ScribeCount guide to Write to Publish, a Christian writers conference in Wheaton, Illinois, focused on craft, publishing, faculty appointments, and author connections.
Full Guide: Write to Publish Conference for Authors: A Practical Guide for Christian Writers and Indie AuthorsIdaHope Christian Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Idaho Writers
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A ScribeCount guide to IdaHope Christian Writers Conference, a Boise-area author event focused on craft, motivation, faith, community, and encouragement for Idaho writers.
Full Guide: IdaHope Christian Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Idaho WritersKauai Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring Writers
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A ScribeCount guide to the Kauai Writers Conference, a premier Hawaii event for authors seeking craft development, agent access, workshops, publishing guidance, and inspiration.
Full Guide: Kauai Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Conference Guide for Indie and Aspiring WritersAtlanta Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Guide to Agents, Editors, Pitches, Critiques, and Publishing Access
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical author guide to the Atlanta Writers Conference, a strong Georgia event for writers seeking agent/editor access, critiques, pitches, publishing guidance, and professional development.
Full Guide: Atlanta Writers Conference for Authors: A Practical Guide to Agents, Editors, Pitches, Critiques, and Publishing AccessFlorida WritersCon for Authors: A Practical Statewide Conference for Craft, Publishing, Marketing, and Community
Published on July 01, 2026 by Randall Wood
A practical guide to Florida WritersCon, a statewide author conference for Florida writers focused on craft, publishing paths, book marketing, networking, and creative community.
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