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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[…]
Your pitch session survival guide!
So you’re pitching to an agent or editor at DFWCon this year. What an exciting moment! What a nervous moment! What should you expect? What should you bring? What should you wear? So many questions. Never fear, we have some answers for you! Do I have to do a pitch session? Nope. Totally optional. And Read more about Your pitch session survival guide![…]
Class schedule and how to sign up for limited-seating workshops
You can now view the DFWCon schedule and list of class descriptions. We hope you like the class selection! They cover a broad range of writing-related topics and there’s something for people at all skill and experience levels. We’ve even got business classes, covering topics like contracts and working with an agent or editor effectively. Read more about Class schedule and how to sign up for limited-seating workshops[…]
This year’s pre-conference advanced class: Master the Art of Querying with Agent Kristin Nelson
Noted literary agent Kristin Nelson is joining us at this year’s DFW Writer’s Conference, June 9-10. That’s exciting news! And even more exciting is that she’ll be teaching a separate pre-conference master class starting June 8 to help fiction authors conquer a topic that strikes fear and dread into the heart of many a writer: Read more about This year’s pre-conference advanced class: Master the Art of Querying with Agent Kristin Nelson[…]
Angela Daniels wins #OwnVoices Scholarship Contest
Congratulations to Angela Daniels, the winner of the DFWCon #OwnVoices Scholarship Essay Contest! Angela was chosen from a field of strong writers with compelling writing samples and will receive free admission to this year’s conference. Here’s what Angela had to say about why she writes: “Writing sustains me. When I don’t know what to say, when I Read more about Angela Daniels wins #OwnVoices Scholarship Contest[…]
What to Expect at Your First Writers Conference
Is this your first conference ever? Congratulations! You’ve made a big step toward getting real about your craft. (Yes I am using all bitmoji for this article!) For many (looking at you, introverts) the thought of spending an entire weekend around a bunch of strangers can be absolutely somewhat terrifying intimidating. As a fellow introvert, let Read more about What to Expect at Your First Writers Conference[…]
DFWCon #OwnVoices Author Scholarship – Enter and you could win free admission!
DFWCon wants to extend a hand to diverse #OwnVoices authors who have a story to tell the world and are working to start or revitalize their writing career. If you can get to Hurst, Texas on June 9-10, 2018, apply for a chance at attending the conference free! At DFWCon, you’ll get to attend a variety Read more about DFWCon #OwnVoices Author Scholarship – Enter and you could win free admission![…]
Preliminary list of DFWCon classes released
We’re nearing completion of this year’s education program for DFWCon, June 9-10! This is a PARTIAL list of the classes we’ll have this year – about two-thirds of the entire program. We’ll be adding to the list. As you can see there are quite a few advanced-level topics this year, and several classes covering marketing Read more about Preliminary list of DFWCon classes released[…]