Hello all! For the safety of everyone involved, we’re moving this year’s DFWCon to Oct. 23-24. There have been positive signs in the progress of defeating the pandemic, but it is not declining quickly enough to make it possible to hold the conference in June. It looks much more feasible by the fall, barring unforeseen Read more about DFWCon rescheduled to Oct. 23-24, 2021[…]
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![…]
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[…]
We get asked this question every year. Wear what you’re comfortable in. Seriously. If you’re comfortable in jeans and t-shirt, wear it. If you want to don your best pantsuit–GO FOR IT! The thing is, it honestly doesn’t matter what you wear. If you wear a clown suit and the agents/editors you speak to love Read more about WHAT DO I WEAR!?[…]
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[…]