9th Annual Florida Writers Conference
Go for the Gold!
October 22 - 24, 2010 · Orlando Marriott, Lake Mary FL

The Ninth Annual Conference of the Florida Writers Association 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.
  • Early morning "Juice Group": from presenter's prompt, write, read-around, and discuss
  • Networking with writers and book industry professionals
  • Pitch sessions with  agents &  publishers
  • Manuscript critiques
  • FWA Bookstore, author signings
  • Keynote Speaker, Carlo D'Este, author of acclaimed biographies, Patton: A Genius for War and Eisenhower: A Soldier's Life
  • Royal Palm Literary Award winners announced
  • Open mic
  • Door Prizes, some valued over $300.
  • 3rd Annual Silent Auction, an impressive selection of books and gifts
  • and more...
Don't Wait to Register. Fee Increases September 22.
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3 Easy Ways to Publicize Your Books & Services at the Conference

1. Sign up for the bookstore by October 12. Click here to download information.

2. Donate silent auction items to benefit the Florida Writers Foundation. Contact Larissa Hardesty.

3. Donate items to be awarded as door prizes. We love autographed books! Contact Janie Bill.

Questions about the conference? Let's chat!

chat imageWHAT: Conference Q&A with Chrissy Jackson, FWA President

WHEN: Saturday, September 18, from 11 AM to Noon

WHERE: Online in the FWA Network using the text chat feature

If you're already a member of the Network, just log in this coming Saturday to join the chat.

If you're not yet a member, please click this link to sign up for the FWA Network well in advance of the chat.
You do not have to attend the conference to enjoy
Pre-Conference Seminars
Learn from the best in a full-day learning experience
October 21, 2010 · Orlando Marriott, Lake Mary FL

All proceeds support the mission of the Florida Writers Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation promoting literacy throughout Florida.

Registration for full-day learning sessions are available to Florida Writers Association members for a reduced price, but you do not have to be a member to attend.
  • Warrior Writer -  New York Times Bestselling Author,  Bob Mayer
  • Novel in a Day - Vic DiGenti
  • From Query to Pitch - Molli Nickell
  • Social Networking for Writers - Chris Hamilton & Mary Ann de Stefano
  • Screenwriting: From Idea to Big Screen - Andrew J. Robinson, Chantell Osman, & John Castellano