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THE BENEFITS OF A SMALL WRITERS’ CONFERENCE

By: Janice Hardy

 

Attending a writers’ conference can be both exhilarating and terrifying, but it’s almost always rewarding. There’s something wonderful about being in a room where everyone around you has the same passion, and no matter who you happen to sit next to, you know you have something in common. I always come away from a conference re-energized and ready to write, but I know not all writers share my enthusiasm about being around that many people.

If the idea of a large conference makes you nervous, then consider a smaller, local conference. These events can range from 20 to 250 people, with smaller workshops and a more relaxed crowd. Even better, local conferences are usually easier on the budget, but offer just as many helpful workshops and opportunities to meet agents and editors.

You’ll be able to:

• Meet local writers and form friendships and/or critique groups
• Interact with authors and conference faculty in a more intimate setting
• Network with people in your area, from authors to editors to agents
• Build confidence to attend a larger conference in the future
• Work on your “professional author” skills in a smaller, less intimidating atmosphere
• Attend workshops and sessions from top industry professionals
• Get a feel for what you want from a conference in the future

Even if you enjoy large conferences (1000+ people), a smaller conference can be equally rewarding, and a nice change of pace. I find a mix of sizes provides me with the best variety of social, networking, and educational options. Sometimes I want as many workshops and I can get, other times I’d rather relax and have fun.

Finding a Local Writers’ Conference

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