Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the entire weekend event!
Included with Registration:
– A FREE TABLE at our book signing on Sat, June 28th
– Agent pitch sessions
– Over 30 writing-related classes
– Ghost Tour
– Forensics “Crime House” Tour
Who: In Your Write Mind is a writers conference that is organized by the alumni of the Writing Popular Fiction MFA program at Seton Hill University.
What: The conference is open to the public and features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, an open mic and other special events. Admission for the entire conference is $120.00. Register at https://alumni2.setonhill.edu/e/in-your-write-mind
When: June 26-29, 2025.
Where: The workshop takes place at the scenic campus of Seton Hill University in Greensburg, PA. – 1 Seton Hill Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
Why: It’s a great way to network, gain new writing and publishing info, get inspired and jump-start your writing.
Special Guests:
Author guest of honor, RG Belsky
RG Belsky is an award-winning author of crime fiction and a journalist in New York City. His newest mystery, Broadcast Blues, was published in January 2024 by Oceanview. It is the sixth in a series featuring Clare Carlson, the news director for a New York City TV station. The first book, Yesterday’s News, was named Best Mystery of 2018 at Deadly Ink. He has had been a top editor at NBC News. Belsky has published 20 novels.
WPF guest Speaker, Alexander Darwin
Alexander Darwin is the author of Combat Codes, an action-packed and character-driven science fiction trilogy set in a world where the fate of empires is determined by battle-hardened warriors who are trained to compete in brutal single combat. Outside of writing, he teaches and trains martial arts (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu).
Agent Guest of Honor, Dr Uwe Stender
Dr. Uwe Stender, Agent and president of Triada US is a full member of the AALA (Association of American Literary Agents), he is interested in all kinds of non-fiction and fiction. In the adult fiction market, he is very interested in Suspense, Thrillers, and Mysteries. He would also love to see more adult Romance. In contemporary YA fiction, he is primarily looking for everything Romance, Rom Com, Boarding School settings, Thriller, Friendship stories, OR a combination of those, plus a dash of horror. He is also looking for YA Graphic Novels.
Guest Agent (Virtual), Jennie Dunham, Dunham Literary
Jennie Dunham has been a literary agent in New York, New York since May 1992. In August 2000 she founded Dunham Literary, Inc. She represents literary fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Her clients have had both critical and commercial success. Books she has represented have appeared on the New York Times Best Sellers in adult hardcover fiction, children’s books, and children’s book series. What she’s seeking: For adults: upmarket literary fiction and non-fiction.
For children: picture books writers and illustrators, middle grade, and young adult.
Guest Agent (Virtual), Sarah Fisk, The Tobias Agency
Sarah N. Fisk is a former mechanical engineer who made the switch to publishing in 2011. They have worked in the publishing industry as an editorial assistant, author’s assistant, publicist, and art director. Sarah is a former Pitch Wars mentor, board member, and Agent Liaison. Sarah N. Fisk loves books that challenge societal norms, especially gender norms. They have a personal interest in stories featuring queer characters or characters with disability, neurodiversity, chronic illness, or mental health challenges. Sarah is on the lookout for young adult and middle grade of all genres, adult romance, and adult science fiction, fantasy, and speculative fiction. No hardcore horror.
INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:
- 30+ Sessions on writing/publishing/marketing
- Agent pitch sessions
- Critique group sessions: bring your writing for live feedback
- Crime Scene House Tour: At Seton Hill, the forensics department has put together a full-sized, ranch-style house on campus that is dedicated to the creation of “crimes” – and their solutions. As an In Your Write Mind attendee you’ll be given a tour of a mock crime scene and learn how forensic science experts analyze the evidence.
- History and Mystery “Ghost” tour of the historic campus
- Open Mic Night & social events
- Free Table at Book Signing for registered participants
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