23rd Annual James River Writers Conference

Schedule

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sun, 05 Oct, 2025 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 N 3rd St. Richmond, VA 23219 | Richmond, VA

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The 23rd Annual James River Writers Conference
Friday, October 3 | Master Classes | Online
Sat/Sun October 4-5 | Full Conference Schedule | In-Person
at the Greater Richmond Convention Center
James River Writers is excited to continue to offer both in-person and online elements for our conference. Join us for Master Classes online, on Friday, October 3. Then, join us at the Greater Richmond Convention Center (in Richmond, Virginia) for a full slate of programs focusing on the craft and business of writing. Enjoy lively panel discussions, critique sessions with literary agents, an engaging keynote, and agent one-on-one meetings (standard with your ticket). In addition, we’ve included opportunities for networking and socializing, because community is at the heart of everything we do. Since 2003, this multi-day event has been known for its inspiring, collegial atmosphere and hospitality. Whether you’re just starting out on your writing journey, or a seasoned professional, there’s something for everyone.
Full details and registration at https://jamesriverwriters.org/conference2025/
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