Yesterday I received through the post details of this years Winchester Writers’ Conference.
For those who don’t know about it, this is an annual conference run for all writers published and unpublished. The main event is run over a weekend (the main day being the Saturday). But the weekend is full of workshops and talks, and advice. You can even have a one to one with a literary agent or two (if you book quick enough!).
I’ve been to the conference twice - in 2006 and 2007. I found it a brilliant resource. Everyone is really helpful and as an unpublished author you never got to feel looked down on. The prices charged are very reasonable. I heartily recommend going if you can.
Full details of what is planned is on their website:
http://www.writersconference.co.uk/
Unfortunatley I can’t go this year, but I’m very envious of those who are going! If you are going for the first time - plan the Saturday carefully - it can feel very rushed, and I got lost several times around the campus that first year. If you can stay overnight and attend the weekend workshops, this is a great way to meet people and make friends. The campus accomodation is basic but clean and tidy.
The talks are given by a miriad of people, from published authors, to literary agents, screenwriters, marketing people, etc.
Take some water, a good notebook, a watch/clock, don’t get flustered if you get lost!
If anyone wants further advice about the conference - please email me or reply to the blog - I’m glad to answer your questions.
Jenna
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