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Introducing Janice Gable Bashman
Research is an essential part of nonfiction and fiction writing. At this year’s Philadelphia Writers Conference, Janice Gable Bashman will conduct a workshop on Guidelines for Research. Janice is the...
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Introducing Novel Workshop Leader Solomon Jones
Solomon Jones is a multi-media marvel. Journalist, author, radio host, literacy champion – he wears dozens of hats. His own story is one of redemption and rebirth, and that inspiration comes through...
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Introducing the Intern
Hi! My name is Ashley Moore, I am now a junior at Temple University majoring in English. I am very excited to be interning with the Philadelphia Writers’ Conference! It has been a great experience...
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Uriah Young on What to Expect at the Conference
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” -Lao Tzu If you know any writers, you can ask them if that quote applies to their experience – be ready for a lengthy story. If you are a...
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Introducing Mystery/Thriller Workshop Leader Jon McGoran
This year’s conference features several different genre offerings, including a mystery/thriller course being led by international man of mystery, Jon McGoran. Jon writes thrillers, the last two –...
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Pete Krok to be Presented with 2015 PWC Community Service Award
The Philadelphia Writers’ Conference board is pleased to announce that poet Pete Krok has been named the recipient of the 2015 Community Service award. Pete hosts the Reading Series and acts as...
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Keynote Speaker Stephen Fried
Really what can you say about Stephen Fried? A two-time National Magazine Award winner, Stephen burst onto the scene by exposing the darker side of the modeling world in Thing of Beauty. Since then...
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Keynote Speaker Stephen Fried – Part II
PWC Board Member Greg Frost was given the task to pick the brilliant mind of our keynote speaker Stephen Fried. What he gathered was enough information for two posts. Find out what else Stephen had...
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Message from PWC President Eileen D’Angelo
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Philadelphia Writers Conference, please allow me the pleasure of extending our sincere welcome to you! We hope it will be stimulating and inspiring three...
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THANK YOU!!!
Wow, it’s hard to believe it’s been a week since this year’s conference (our 67th) ended. And what an incredible conference it was, full of energy, knowledge, and friendships both rekindled and newly...
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SAVE THE DATE: 2016 CONFERENCE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED!
Mark your calendars, the 2016 Philadelphia Writers’ Conference will be held on Friday, June 10, 2016 through Sunday, June 12, 2016, once again at the Wyndham Hotel on 4th and Arch Street! We’re...
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Pages Turned
PWC board members share their thoughts about a special book that planted a seed of inspiration. The book that made me want to become a writer was Freefire by C.J. Box. Its opening grabbed me, shook me,...
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Iron Sharpens Iron
With proper tools and an anvil, blacksmiths shape metal into something that lasts for years. Great writers are similar, working wonders with their tools and devices: vocabulary, imagination, and...
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Leaving a Mark
Those who’ve attended the PWC know that it’s great to network and be around other writers. What may get overlooked sometimes is the impact an instructor can have on those who attend the workshops....
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Strength in Numbers
Writing can be a lonely practice. However, no one said a writer’s path has to be lonely. At the PWC, writing communities converge on that evil army of minions who feed on our insecurities. Doubt,...
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Valuable Connections
In the book Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell emphasizes how accomplished individuals don’t just achieve on their own. It’s a no-brainer, right? Too many times though, successful people are placed in a box;...
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When to Write?
Finding and setting aside time to write can be difficult. For some writers, it’s at night; for others, it’s in the morning. Life can be so busy, but as a writer, it’s essential to discipline yourself,...
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If You Want to Go Far…
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others.” ~ African Proverb It is always beneficial for writers to get together and connect. The Philadelphia Writers’ Conference is a...
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Never Too Early
Jenna Faccenda couldn’t wait to share her PWC experience from last year. Here’s what the ambitious college student had to say: I didn’t know what to expect when I decided to attend the Philadelphia...
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PODCAST HISTORY
New York Times Best-selling author, Jonathan Maberry had a great conversation today with another fantastic writer, Jon McGoran about their careers and the writing industry during a podcast. It marked...
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