TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR WRITING CAREER

For the first time ever, Writer’s Digest Conference brings its real-world publishing knowledge, writing inspiration and networking opportunities to a West Coast audience in 2012. Join us in Hollywood to find out how publishing and tech developments affect writers, how you can make your work and your pitch irresistible, and what you can do to get going, get discovered, and get published.

Speakers

Dana Newman

Dana Newman Literary, LLC

Dana Newman is a transactional and intellectual property attorney, advising creators and businesses on contracts, copyrights, trademarks, and licensing. More

Victoria Zackheim

Author

Victoria Zackheim is the author of The Bone Weaver, is editor of five anthologies, has adapted five essays from The Other Woman anthology, and has created a play, now in development with The Berkeley Repertory Theatre. More

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Why you should attend

Hear Insider Perspectives on Publishing Trends

Writer’s Digest magazine has been keeping readers in the know about publishing and book industry trends for more than 90 years. At Writer’s Digest Conference West, you’ll find out how to navigate this quickly evolving industry like a pro. See the Full Session Lineup

Get Discovered at the Famous WD Pitch Slam

One of Writer’s Digest Conference’s most popular and exciting features, this fast-paced event puts you face to face with 30+ agents who are actively seeking new writers. Hone your pitch, get unbiased feedback—and maybe even land an agent. Learn more about the Pitch Slam

Learn from Bestselling Authors

Getting published starts with great storytelling. Get helpful insights from bestselling and award-winning writers like James Scott Bell, Steven James, Elizabeth Sims and many others, plus industry experts like Amazon's Jon Fine. Meet Writer's Digest West Speakers

Build Connections with Other Writers

The sense of community at Writer’s Digest Conference has always been a source of inspiration and encouragement for attendees. And because Writer’s Digest Conference West takes place under the same roof as two other major events for content creators, you’ll get to meet writers from the television, film, web, game and transmedia communities as well.

StoryWorld Live brings three spectacular conferences together under one roof for the ultimate gathering of content creators. Writer’s Digest Conference West, StoryWorld Conference + Expo, and Screenwriters World Conference are all about honing your craft; understanding your industry; connecting with peers, mentors and collaborators; and taking the next step in your creative development. Consider getting The Whole Story, your all-access pass to all three conferences at a vastly reduced price.