Events & Conventions

The Oklahoma Writers' Federation annual conference themed "The Magic of Writing." Keynote by Mercedes M. Yardley. Includes workshops on craft and technique, networking opportunities, and pitch sessions with agents and editors.

The 21st anniversary of ThrillerFest, the premier conference for thriller and suspense writers and fans. Features ThrillerMasters Lisa Scottoline and Harlan Coben. Six days of masterclasses, CraftFest workshops, PitchFest with agents, and the Thriller Awards banquet.

The Independent Book Publishers Association's annual conference offering education and networking for independent publishers. Sessions on editorial, design, marketing, distribution, and the business of publishing.

One of Australia's premier literary events, featuring a week of conversations with leading writers, authors, and thinkers. Held across multiple venues including Carriageworks and Sydney Town Hall, with sessions spanning fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and ideas.

One of the world's most celebrated literary festivals, set in the stunning Welsh countryside. Eleven days of conversations with writers, scientists, politicians, and musicians. The festival site is free to enter; individual event tickets required.

The 61st Nebula Awards Conference, hosted by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association. A week of programming celebrating excellence in science fiction and fantasy writing, culminating in the prestigious Nebula Awards ceremony.

The American Library Association's 150th Anniversary conference. Five days of programming for librarians, publishers, and book lovers, featuring the Library Marketplace, education programs, author appearances, and celebrations of reading and literacy.

The Romance Writers of America annual conference, the defining professional development event for romance authors. Workshops on craft, pitch appointments with editors and agents, the RITA Awards ceremony, book signings, and an unmatched networking community.

The premier conference for writers at every level, covering craft, genre, and the business of writing including traditional publishing, self-publishing, marketing strategies, and career management. Features pre-conference workshops and pitch sessions.

One of the largest and most prestigious book festivals in the world, featuring 16 days of author talks, creative writing workshops, book signings, debates, and discussions. Hosted at Edinburgh College of Art with independent bookshops on site.

The Library of Congress National Book Festival, a free celebration of reading and literacy. Features acclaimed authors, illustrators, and poets in conversations and presentations, with programs livestreamed and recorded for online viewing.

The 84th World Science Fiction Convention, returning to Los Angeles. Five days of panels, workshops, readings, art shows, and the prestigious Hugo Awards ceremony. Guests of Honor include Barbara Hambly, Ronald D. Moore, and Colleen Doran.

One of the largest multi-media pop culture conventions in the world, featuring dedicated literary tracks for Science Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult, and a Writers' Track. Author panels, writing workshops, book signings, costume contests, and a vibrant literary community within a massive pop culture celebration.

New York City's largest free literary event. Features a full day Festival & Literary Marketplace with 250+ publishers, hundreds of authors, panel discussions, and activities. Includes a Children's Day, virtual programming, and citywide Bookends events across all five boroughs.

A fan-friendly convention celebrating comics, graphic novels, and genre fiction. Features the prestigious Ringo Awards for comic book excellence, artist alley, panel discussions, and extensive programming for fans of visual storytelling and genre fiction.

The world's largest and most important international book fair. Five days of rights trading, business deals, cultural events, and seminars bringing together the global publishing industry. The definitive event for international rights sales and publishing trends.

The largest pop culture event on the East Coast, celebrating its 20th anniversary. Major publisher panels, author signings, exclusive book reveals, and a massive exhibitor hall. Key event for genre fiction fans with dedicated book programming alongside comics, film, and TV.

The world's longest-running literature festival, featuring ten days and over 450 events with award-winning writers and world-renowned thinkers. Conversations, debates, workshops, and performances in the elegant Regency town of Cheltenham.

The World Mystery Convention, the premier event for mystery and crime fiction. Features Louise Penny (Lifetime Achievement), Kathy Reichs, Harlan Coben, and Jennifer Hillier among the Guests of Honour. Panels, readings, awards, and networking for mystery fans and authors.

The biggest conference in the world focused exclusively on self-publishing success. A week of intensive sessions covering book marketing, advertising, Amazon algorithms, series strategy, and building a sustainable indie author career. Known for its generous author community and actionable takeaways.