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Full schedule posted!
We’ve got 45 hours of educational programming lined up for you to choose from. Check out our interactive schedule so you can start planning. Be prepared to have to make some difficult choices! Most of our classes don’t require any advance signup for registered attendees to join. But we do have two kinds of special Read more about Full schedule posted![…]
Time to sign up for pitch sessions!
It’s the moment so many of you have been waiting for! Time for attendees of DFWCon 2021 to sign up for your free pitch or consultation session with a literary agent or editor. All signups will be checked to verify an existing registration. Please use the same name and email address you used to sign Read more about Time to sign up for pitch sessions![…]
2021 agents and editors list announced
Here are our agent and editor VIPs attending in 2021! Please read carefully. To help you choose the most appropriate agent or editor for you, the information below lists not only genres they are interested in, but the ones they aren’t. Unless there is an asterisk, these genres have been directly confirmed by the agents Read more about 2021 agents and editors list announced[…]
DFWCon is moving online
In light of the current situation with the pandemic, we have made the tough decision to move this year’s DFWCon online. We were looking forward to seeing everyone in person, but this is the best way to safely deliver a fun, productive and comfortable event for everyone. The conference will take place Oct. 23-24 as Read more about DFWCon is moving online[…]
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![…]
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[…]
I’m A new/hobby/pro writer
What can I get out of your conference? Great question! We have made every attempt to ensure our conference encompasses all level of writers. So if you’re really new to writing, or you’ve published four books, there’s something for you here. Our education tracts range from rank newbie to someone looking to attract and keep Read more about I’m A new/hobby/pro writer[…]