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By Allison Wallace The 2024 Willamette Writers Conference begins soon, and the big question is–what to do? What to attend? In the last Conference Guide, we went through the early days of #wilwrite24, July 27th through August 1st. Saturday, August 3rd is the biggest day of the conference! There are workshops, readings, talks, socials and…
By Gail Pasternack Earlier this week, I had the chance to meet with award winning author Jess Walter—a keynote speaker at the Willamette Writers Conference 2024. Walter believes that if we look at the lives of writers we love, we can see the hardships each of them has had to overcome. Norman Maclean, known for…
There’s just over two weeks left before the 2024 Willamette Writers conference begins, and the big question is–what to do? What to attend? This year’s Willamette Writers Conference is packed with compelling ideas and great professionals ready to help you on your writing journey–wherever you might be on your path and whatever your genre of…
“The most successful authors are those who bring an indie mindset to their writing and publishing careers, regardless of their publishing path.“ That is the belief held by Matty Dalrymple—author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers and the Ann Kinnear suspense novels—who has found success in her writing career following her own indie publishing path. Michael…
By Avis M. Adams To help a story draw closer to what the writer intended, we ask: What is this writer doing, how is she doing it, why is he doing it, what is their story about? As a national bestselling author and winner of the PEN West Fiction Prize, Molly Gloss is no stranger…
We are excited to introduce Jack Wang as the newest addition to the Willamette Writers staff. As our new Communications and Marketing Manager, Jack brings a wealth of experience in digital marketing to our organization. He is poised to enhance our outreach efforts and strengthen our connection with our writing communities. A Growing Team This…
Save the Date for the 2024 Willamette Writers Conference! We are proud to announce the 2024 Willamette Writers Conference will be at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Portland, Oregon on July 31 – August 4, 2024! Save the date for a weekend of connecting with your community, developing craft, and expanding your career with Willamette…
At this year’s conference, we have the pleasure of honoring three outstanding Willamette Writers community members who embody the spirit of WW. We begin today by recognizing the incredible work of Elizabeth Lyon. About Elizabeth Lyon As an independent book editor for over 35 years, Elizabeth Lyon is most proud of playing a part in…
Are you working on memoir or creative nonfiction? Come have a sit down discussion with industry professionals at the Willamette Writers conference. You can pitch your work with these industry professionals or have a critique session. Here are some of the individuals you will want to meet this year if you’re interested in having conversations…
