The Maryland Writers' Association celebrates its 23rd Annual Conference

Writers of all styles and genres are invited to attend the Maryland Writers' Association's (MWA) annual conference on Saturday, April 2, 2011 from 8:15 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Members of the MWA 'range from professional freelancers and published authors, to writers aspiring to be published and those who write as a creative outlet.'

The MWA offers writing workshops, literary contests, an annual conference, monthly meetings with guest speakers, and more.

The conference is open to members and non-members as well as those in or out of the state of Maryland. Visit the MWA for registration information.


Enjoy panel discussions and workshop sessions on topics such as 'Ways of Seeing: Expanding the Writer's Imagination; Interviewing as a Research Tool for Writers; What Does it Take to Make a Living as a Best Selling Author?' and many more.


Learn from keynote speaker Gigi Rosenberg on the subject of 'How to Enlist a Village to Help Create and Promote Your Writing. Followed by Q&A and Book Signing.'


Schedule a one-on-one meeting with an agent, editor, or a publisher for an additional fee and get expertise advise on your work-in progress.


A continental breakfast, snacks, and a buffet lunch are included in the price.


After the conference, enjoy a free Writers' Cocktail Party which includes an open bar and Hors d' Oeuvres. Awards to the winners of the 'MWA Novel and Short Works' contests will be presented at this time.

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, Baltimore Writing Examiner

Melody Ravert, owner and founder of MJR Publications, LLC, and author of The Shadow Stalker series is a writer of Christian fiction. Her two e-books, Obsessive Behavior and The Chocolate Bandit are available free on her Web site at MelodyRavert.net.

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