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VOTING For WRiTE CLUB is Coming!
WRiTE CLUB bouts begin on Monday and it’s time to point the reasons for voting. #1 You will be supporting your fellow writers and providing valuable feedback. #2 YOU CAN WIN A PRIZE YOURSELF! The more bouts you vote on, the greater the likelihood of winning. #WRiTECLUBDFW https://t.co/Usj8VVr7Yr
Consultation or Pitch?
Several of our VIPs have offered to take consultations, as well as pitches, but how do you know which one applies to you? NO FINISHED MANUSCRIPT – You definitely want a consultation. If you try to pitch an unfinished manuscript (or worse, just an idea), there is a real chance that the VIP may start Read more about Consultation or Pitch?[…]
Pick a literary agent for your pitch session!
Pitch session signups for DFWCon, June 22-23 are here! If you have registered to attend DFWCon, you can go to the signup form to choose your literary agent for a pitch or consultation. You get one free session with your conference registration. You will be asked to indicate your first, second and third choice of Read more about Pick a literary agent for your pitch session![…]
DFWCon’s 2019 literary agent lineup
Here’s our current literary agent lineup! We might add a few more, but for now: Amelia Appel – Triada US Literary AgencyMargaret Bail – Fuse LiterarySavannah Brooks – Jennifer De Chiara Literary AgencyArielle Datz – Dunow, Carlson & Lerner Jennie Goloboy – Donald Maass Literary AgencyJennifer Grimaldi – Chalberg & SussmanErik Hane – Red Sofa LiteraryWeronika Read more about DFWCon’s 2019 literary agent lineup[…]
WRITE CLUB 2019!
Hey family! Write Club is back for its eight straight year! We’re working with our pal, DL Hammons again to bring you a fight you won’t forget! This year’s contest will run for eight weeks with the winner announced during the fabulous conference in Hurst, Texas taking place on June 22-23. As always, even though Read more about WRITE CLUB 2019![…]
The Writer magazine’s readers choose DFWCon as one of America’s best writing conferences!
The Writer magazine asked its readers to name the best writing conferences in America — one winner for each state. Thanks to your support, DFWCon was recognized in the magazine’s February issue as the best writing conference in Texas! All of us on the conference team are gobsmacked and thrilled that you think so highly Read more about The Writer magazine’s readers choose DFWCon as one of America’s best writing conferences![…]
And our first sponsor is….
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Chuck Wendig is DFWCon’s 2019 keynote speaker!
We’re delighted to announce that our 2019 keynote speaker will be Chuck Wendig, the noted science fiction and fantasy novelist, comic book author, screenwriter and popular blogger! Chuck’s books include the Atlanta Burns series, the Miriam Black series, the Heartland Trilogy, and the Star Wars: Aftermath trilogy. He’s also written two non-fiction books about the Read more about Chuck Wendig is DFWCon’s 2019 keynote speaker![…]
Show Some Love!
Hey everyone! We know you love the DFW Writers Conference, and you know WE love the DFW Writers Conference…so let’s make sure to share our love with the companies who thought we would be a good event to sponsor. Their support helps us put this shindig on every year for you folks and allows us Read more about Show Some Love![…]
DFWCon’s legendary Query Gong game show is back! Here’s how it works
One of the highlights of DFWCon each year has been Query Gong. And we’re bringing it back! It’s going to be a blast and anyone can participate. Here’s how. If you dare, bring your query letter and put it in the collection box at the registration table. It should be on 8.5″ by 11″ page, Read more about DFWCon’s legendary Query Gong game show is back! Here’s how it works[…]