August 29-September 1, 2008
Maui, HI
The Maui Writers Conference is four full days of speakers, workshops, and professional consultations starting on Friday, August 29st through Monday, September 1st. The conference includes:
- Workshops with Authors, Agents, and Editors: Authors for the 2007 Conference included Scott Turow, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Dan Millman, and Karen Joy Fowler.
- Agents Day: Attendees will spend the morning questioning a panel of agents and editors, then spend the afternoon in one-on-one consultations. Agents Day is included in the conference registration fee.
- Prose Writing Competition: This contest is for attendees only and has a $50 entry fee. The first place winner will receive The Rupert Hughes Writing Award, plus a $2,500 cash prize. The second place winner will receive $1,000 and the third place winner will receive $500.
- Professional Consultations: There will be opportunities to sit down one-on-one with publishing professionals. The consultations will be assigned by lottery and will cost $40 for each 10 minute session.
Comments