Screenwriter Marvin Baker knows how to tell a story.
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Pitching with Confidence – Part Two
Film and TV Reps – Writing for TV
Jane Friedman Keynote on Friday – Willamette Writers 2016
Jane Friedman, the Willamette Writers Conference 2016 opening keynote speaker on Friday, has made a career helping authors navigate the dramatic changes publishing has undergone.
More Options, More Moving Parts
This year’s WW Conference is introducing new events, but it’s coming with a learning curve. By now, you’ve hopefully had a chance to thumb through the conference brochure, and taken the time to start exploring the new and improved website, to peruse the schedule we’ve put together for the 2015 Conference. We hope you’re as…
Ten Words To Keep In Mind For A Writer’s Conference
by Chip MacGregor As you begin preparing for this year’s Willamette Writers Conference, I’d like to suggest you keep ten words in mind… • READ. Don’t just show up and wonder who the speakers are. Read the blog of the keynote speakers. Read the books of the workshop teachers. That way, when you get to…
What’s Your Story? Tell It at the Conference – Aug 7-9, 2015, Portland, Or.
The 46th installment of the Willamette Writers Conference is on its way, bringing a mix of old favorites and brand new programs, events and pitching to agents and publishers over three and a half days this summer. We’re challenging you this year to “Tell Your Story” – whatever that story is, and whatever form it takes. We’re assembling…
Willamette Writers Conference Success Story – Lux Alani
Lux Alani – Success Story from the 2014 Willamette Writers Conference Lux Alani charmed everyone that she met at the conference, from agents and editors to volunteers and staff to other attendees. We’re so happy and proud to have given her the opportunity to meet other writers and her new agent at the Angela Rinaldi Literary…
Up and Coming Award – Kelly Williams Brown
For our new Up and Coming Award, the Willamette Writers board chose Kelly Williams Brown. We wanted an author who represented the best of emerging talent, and who had already demonstrated amazing skills and mastery of the writing craft. We found the perfect balance in Kelly. She’s also a Willamette Writers Conference success story and is personable,…
Pre-Conference Pitching Workshop
Cynthia Whitcomb has scheduled another of her popular pre-conference pitching workshops. In a six hour workshop, Cynthia guides students through the creation and practice of a pitch. Learn the art of pitching from a successful writer at this pitching workshop! This workshop is geared to fiction writers, non-fiction writers, and screenwriters. Cynthia has pitched hundreds…