The Conference is just FORTY-NINE DAYS Away!
The 2025 Conference of Writers is a dynamic one-day writers’ conference for storytellers of all levels and genres—fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and beyond. The highly-regarded event features hands-on writing workshops led by acclaimed authors and industry leaders, as well as exclusive one-on-one appointments with an established editor or literary agent. Whether you’re polishing a manuscript, seeking representation, or simply honing your craft, this conference offers inspiration, education, and opportunity under one roof.
Coming Soon – Private Appointments for Attendees
Why would you want to schedule a private appointment? Meeting with an editor or agent at a writers conference can be a game-changer for your writing career. These 15-minute appointments offer a rare chance to get direct, personalized feedback from an experienced professional. You may hear straight from someone in the industry what’s working in your story—or what’s not. It’s like a shortcut to figuring out how to make your writing more marketable, without months of guesswork, false starts, and missed opportunities. Plus, during this appointment you’ll get a feel for what the industry wants. Our industry experts can share insights on trends, genres they’re looking for, or what’s oversaturated in today’s market. That’s gold if you’re trying to tailor your writing to sell. Plus, they might drop tips on submission dos and don’ts—stuff you won’t find in generic online guides.
Private appointments will be scheduled beginning on March 15 to registered conference attendees only. These appointments are sure to fill up quickly, so you’ll want to mark your calendar and watch your inbox carefully.
To register for the 2025 Conference of Writers, visit this page on our website.
 Author, Editor, and Publisher Stephen Zimmer Added to the Conference Line-up
The conference committee is thrilled to announce the addition of Stephen Zimmer to our guest list. Stephen is an award-winning author, editor, publisher, and podcaster based in Lexington, Kentucky. He’ll be on hand to meet with attendees in his role as a freelance editor and as the publisher of Seventh Star Press. He and his partner, Holly Phillippe, run the Imaginarium, an annual conference for writers and storytellers in all genres, now in its 12th year. They’ll have a table in the conference bookstore. Be sure to stop by for a chat with Stephen and Holly.
Promote Your Book or Business
Showcase your book or business by placing flyers or bookmarks in our conference bags. Every attendee will receive a bag of goodies, and we’re happy to include your promo piece. Bring 120 copies of your material to the March 13 or April 10 BWC meeting, or send them to:
Bluegrass Writers Coalition
Attn: Conference Bags
P.O. Box 4563
Frankfort KY 40604-4563
We need to receive them by April 21 to ensure they’re added into the conference bags.
 What’s for Lunch?
Your conference attendance fee includes drinks, snacks, and a buffet lunch! We’ve selected Lexington-based Aunt B’s Catering to provide a delicious meal that tastes like it came straight from your family’s kitchen. Aunt B’s is a privately owned business that has been catering central Kentucky events for several decades, and we’re thrilled to welcome her to the Conference of Writers. On the menu will be a salad of mixed greens, roasted chicken, green beans, macaroni and cheese, rolls, and yummy desserts. Have a dietary restriction? No worries! Aunt B’s can accommodate special requests. Be sure to indicate your dietary requests on your registration form, or email them to Conference@BluegrassWritersCoalition.com
 Space Available in Conference Bookstore
Do you have books to sell? Reserve your space in the BWC Conference Bookstore! There are just a few spots left for table space for registered guests only – so register and reserve today. Contact caroljunefranks@gmail.com to learn more.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at Conference@BluegrassWritersCoalition.com.
I look forward to seeing you in Frankfort on April 26!
Ginny Logan
Conference Chairperson
Bluegrass Writers Coalition |
