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Time is Running Out--Register for the Conference Today!
Reserve Your Seat in a Pre-Conference Seminar
Writers Group New--Personnel Changes
Short Notes, Big Stuff
Network With Writers & Publishing Industry Pros
9th Annual Florida Writers Conference

Go for the Gold!
3 Days of Learning, Networking & Fun

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The 9th Annual Florida Writers Conference in Lake Mary, Florida promises to keep the estimated 350 attendees focused on improving their writing skills and promoting their work for publication.

"FWA intends to fulfill every writer's current interest. At least three workshops are held at any given time, and attendees may join whichever ones appeal to them," said FWA President Chrissy Jackson. In addition to learning from industry professionals you'll enjoy a full agenda designed to support you in your writing career and provide a fun, rewarding conference experience.

Internet Access in All Meeting Rooms!

LAST CHANCE TO SAVE!
$115/night Orlando Marriott Lake Mary conference rate expires 9/20  Register for the conference before 9/22 to avoid late fee


Pre-Conference Seminars
Enjoy a Full-Day Learning Experience
2nd Annual Pre-Conference FWF Fundraiser
October 21, 2010 �  Orlando Marriott, Lake Mary FL
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Registration are available to FWA members for a reduced price, but you do not have to be a member--or attend the full conference--to participate.
  • Warrior Writer with New York Times Bestselling Author, Bob Mayer
  • Novel in a Day with Vic DiGenti
  • From Query to Pitch with Molli Nickell
  • Social Media for Writers with Chris Hamilton & Mary Ann de Stefano
  • Screenwriting: From Idea to Big Screen with Andrew J. Robinson, Chantell Osman, & John Castellano
All proceeds support the mission of the Florida Writers Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation promoting literacy throughout Florida.

Writers Group News--Personnel Changes

writers groupIt is a pleasure to announce the appointment of Jim Thompson as Writers Group Leader for Port Orange Scribes, in Ronnie Hart's region of Central East Coast. Thanks, Ronnie and Jim, for getting another Writers Group going!

Let's welcome the Brooksville Writers Group, led by Linda Welker, as an affiliate member of FWA.

Fresh from her long service as FWA's Secretary, Shara Smock has been appointed Regional Director for Southwest Florida.

Elaine Senecal
has joined the Executive Committee as FWA's Secretary, and Jill Yamnitz has been named Assistant Treasurer.

Thank you all for your service to FWA!

ATTENTION Writers Group Leaders!
Is your group information the main website up to date? If not please contact the Webmaster with an update.

Short Notes, Big Stuff

SELL YOUR BOOKS at the Florida Writers Conference. Download the submission form here. Sign up before October 12 to qualify.

READ FWA VP CHRIS HAMILTON'S CONFERENCE BLOG for insider tips about the conference, as well as great info about the craft and business of writing. Click here.

MAKE THIS YEAR'S SILENT AUCTION THE BEST EVER.
The Florida Writers Foundation is seeking donations of books, gift cards or baskets, and what-have-you to be included in the silent auction at this year's conference. To donate, contact Larissa Hardesty.

SUBMIT YOUR ARTICLE
for publication to The Florida Writer. Next issue topic is "Writing About Surprises." Submission deadline is October 15. Check the inside front cover of the latest issue of TFW for details.

EDITING SERVICE. Click here to download information about FWA's affordable editing service for members only.

THE RPLA COMPETITION has closed with a record high number of entries.

NOW YOU CAN REACH 400+ (and growing) of our most active members with your marketing message by advertising in the FWA Network. Your ad will appear prominently on the front page of the site--and every page on the site members visit! Click here to see rates and specs.

VISIT THE FWA NETWORK to connect with members online. Post your events, participate in book marketing discussions, share with writers working in your genre, and much more. Click here.
Volunteer Opportunities

Network with writers & publishing industry pros!

Everything you enjoy about the Florida Writers Association happens because volunteers make it happen. And everything you wish FWA would do needs volunteers to make it a reality. Help your FWA be all you want it to be. Contact Chrissy Jackson to learn about these volunteer positions:
  • Online Bookstore Manager
  • 2011 RPLA Competition Chair
  • 2011 Director, 10th Annual Florida Writers Conference
  • Director, 5th Annual Do It! Write Writers Conference, New Port Richey