I hear that attendance at writers’ conferences and seminars is down. I certainly didn’t see evidence of that at the San Diego State University Writers’ Conference in January. And this is a 3-day intensive event. However, I’m told that, when the economy goes down, one thing that hopeful authors tend to neglect is their future in publishing. They put their dreams on hold. They hesitate spending money for education/information that will help them to successfully publish their books. And this is a shame.
News Flash! You and your future are important. And not all writers’ events are costly.
If you’re anywhere near Atlanta or Nashville this month, there are two opportunities you really must pursue. The Spring Book Show at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta is presenting a series of workshops and several major seminars for authors and hopeful authors March 28-30. You’ll learn from the likes of Peter Bowerman, Bobbie Christmas and me—Patricia Fry (career writer/author and 30+ year veteran in the writing/publishing trenches).
And the beauty of this event—it is soooo reasonable. For only $70, you can spend a day listening to speakers and participating in seminars as well as perusing aisles and aisles of books for sale. ($85 at the door). Or sign up for the entire two day program for $120 ($140 at the door).
http://www.anvilpub.com/spring_seminars.htm
If you live in or near Nashville, the opportunity to learn more about the publishing industry and how to navigate it is FREE. Join me at Borders (2501 West End Ave.) in Nashville at 7: pm Monday, March 31 and I’ll present an amazing workshop. Hopefully, I will have plenty of time for your questions, as well.
Questions? PLFry620@yahoo.com
For more about me, my background and my work, visit my website at http://www.matilijapress.com