American Independent Writers (AIW) is celebrating its 34th year as a leading literary organization dedicated to playing an active role in issues that affect the independent writing profession. AIW is one of the largest writers group in the nation – with more than 1,200 members.

Sisters in Crime/LA and Mystery Writers of America/SoCal are co-sponsors of the inaugural California Crime Writers Conference

Bonnie Hearn Hill provides intimate tips on how to find, court and keep a literary agent. This one-day-only discussion will be moderated by Doris Booth, editor and agent.

Seeking an agent? It's a jungle out there! Especially when you're trying to find a literary agent. This seminar will teach you everything you need to know and will even provide answers to your specific agent questions. Bonnie Hearn Hill has mentored numerous published writers and helped connect many with literary agents. She currently works exclusively with Authorlink's new WritersEducation.com to provide honest, inspirational, hands-on help based on her many years of experience as a successful writer and writing mentor.

Sisters in Crime/LA and Mystery Writers of America/SoCal are co-sponsors of the inaugural California Crime Writers Conference

Location: University of Nebraska-Lincoln

If you're looking for a writers' conference set in a beautfiful place that will get your inspiration going, look no further than the Jackson Hole Writers' Conference in Jackson Hole, WY,

If you're looking for a writers' conference set in a beautfiful place that will get your inspiration going, look no further than the Jackson Hole Writers' Conference in Jackson Hole, WY,

If you're looking for a writers' conference set in a beautfiful place that will get your inspiration going, look no further than the Jackson Hole Writers' Conference in Jackson Hole, WY,

If you're looking for a writers' conference set in a beautfiful place that will get your inspiration going, look no further than the Jackson Hole Writers' Conference in Jackson Hole, WY,

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

ThrillerFest is Summer Camp for readers, fans, writers, industry professionals and those just looking for a great time! Meet new friends and see old ones.

It's with this spirit that we've begun our journey to ThrillerFest 2009. Again this year, we've got a phenomenal team working hard to make 2009 the best ThrillerFest on record. Location; Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York City, NY

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

ThrillerFest is Summer Camp for readers, fans, writers, industry professionals and those just looking for a great time! Meet new friends and see old ones.

It's with this spirit that we've begun our journey to ThrillerFest 2009. Again this year, we've got a phenomenal team working hard to make 2009 the best ThrillerFest on record. Location; Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York City, NY

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

ThrillerFest is Summer Camp for readers, fans, writers, industry professionals and those just looking for a great time! Meet new friends and see old ones.

It's with this spirit that we've begun our journey to ThrillerFest 2009. Again this year, we've got a phenomenal team working hard to make 2009 the best ThrillerFest on record. Location; Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York City, NY

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

ThrillerFest is Summer Camp for readers, fans, writers, industry professionals and those just looking for a great time! Meet new friends and see old ones.

It's with this spirit that we've begun our journey to ThrillerFest 2009. Again this year, we've got a phenomenal team working hard to make 2009 the best ThrillerFest on record. Location; Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York City, NY

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required. More info.

An intensive program of workshops and readings, featuring a staff of nationally-known writers, poets and editors. The series of workshops, lectures and lunch meetings is open to both Rutgers students and the community, though some prior workshop or professional experience is required.

Weeklong Workshops
On-site Registration and Evening Opening Event: July 12
Classroom Instruction: July 13-17

Registration capped at 12 participants per workshop. More info.