2017 Mountain Valley Writers Conference was a Hit
The first conference was a blend of conference and re-treat that provided attendees, vendors, and faculty the opportunity to connect, engage, and share. We set out to create a unique writing conference and we succeeded in spades!
Praises for Mountain Valley Writers
“The connections were the best part.”
We bring in enough faculty to ensure that there will be one expert for (at the most) every four attendees.
“All presenters were willing to take the time to talk with you individually.”
We planned the 2017 conference with the goal of creating foundational connections. The engagement turned into such a positive part of the event that we are expanding that focus in 2018 with Mentor Meetings – a chance to schedule one-on-one time with faculty.
| Our Vision for Future MVW Events |
More sessions, more surprises, and way more words!
*We are working with local organizations to find the best time and location for future events to include all the amazing ideas, sessions, and engagement opportunities we envision for Mountain Valley Writers. This means that we will not be hosting the main event this year, but pushing it back to 2019. If you are looking for an incredible engagement opportunity be sure to visit WordCamp Birmingham 2018.*
Mountain Valley Writers Returns in 2019
What you can expect from the re-conference:
5 amazing workshops/sessions for each track each day
3 focus tracks
2 table talk discussions
1 no-holds-bar after event
But there’s more!
After the inaugural Mountain Valley Writers conference, we listened to the attendees. You requested time to showcase authors and time to share your words. We listened.
Introducing WORD WAR
This will be a community-wide event featuring panel discussions, author readings, contest winners, word war competitions, and an after party!
Vendor tables
Author tables
Presentations/readings
Contests:
*The list is an idea of what will be available but more details will be available as we move closer to the event.*
- Print article
- Guest posts
- Blog website
- Ebooks (up to 15,000 words)
- Books (over 60,000 words)
- Books (under 60,000 words)
- Novels (over 60,000 words)
- Novels (under 60,000 words)
- Children’s book
- Poetry (under 1000 words)
- Tall tale stories (elementary/middle school)
- Poetry (themed) for location
- SELTI – places (focused on celebrating with the BiCentennial)
Activities:
- Readings (must be under 5 minutes and family friendly)
- Word wars (four contestants, four words, four minutes to create)
- Q & A with speakers/panels
What do you think?
What are your thoughts about a Re-Conference and Word War ?
What are we missing?
Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Check back for more details and to be alerted for when tickets go on sale.