Leading writers, literary agents, editors, publicists and other industry experts will present on topics tailored to propel your writing career, such as:

The Joy of Genre Writing – making the right choice and moving between genres.

Publicity for Writers – how the industry goes about selling books and the role for writers.

Finding & Working with An Agent – advice on getting an agent and on the writer / agent working relationship.

The Publishing Process – inside knowledge on the various stages of publishing, from selling a manuscript to getting the book on sale.

Writers & Artificial Intelligence – the latest news on how AI will affect the work of creative writers and the wider industry.

This year’s conference speakers & panellists include Amandeep Singh (Agent, The Good Literary Agency), (Kiya Evan (Associate Agent, Mushens Entertainment), Jessie Goetzinger-Hall (Assistant Editor, Tinder Press), Zen Cho (Fantasy & Romance writer), Sue Moss (self-published Queer Historical Fiction author), Samiir Saunders (poet & performer), Kieran Sangha (Communications Executive, Pan Macmillan), Jo Callaghan (Crime Writer & AI Strategist)

Additionally, Voce Books, Birmingham’s bookshops for thinkers and writers, will be selling books by all speakers plus a selection of wonderful poetry, fiction and non-fiction titles.

Come along and ask questions, share insights, and immerse yourself in a vibrant community of writers from all corners of the country.

A simple packed lunch can be purchased with your ticket, or you are welcome to bring your own food. Tea, coffee, water and juice will be provided across the day.

Date: Saturday 29th June 2024, 10am-4pm (registration from 9.15am)
Location: Bramall Music Building, University of Birmingham
Cost: £49 / £42 concessions - Optional Lunch add-on £10*

Book your place here