It’s writers’ conference time again. So many to choose from. But … make sure you research before you spend your money and time attending one of these. I live in Texas where there are many great conferences to choose from. But there are also many throughout the country. What is it that you want to get out of such a conference? How much does it cost, etc.?

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Here’s an article by Chuck Sambuchino, author and editor of The Guide to Literary Agents. His post on The Write Life blog addresses many of the questions you might have before you commit to a conference. His topics include: (1) Different types of events, i.e., general writers’ conferences, ones with a specialized focus, and retreats. (2) Cost. (3) What do you want to get out of the experience? (4) Choose wisely.

I’ve attended many local ones plus the national Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI) conferences in Los Angeles and New York. They are outstanding. However, some of the local ones are well worth attending as well.