Conferences, Workshops, retreats, & Residencies

The Las Vegas Writers Conference - Las Vegas, NV.

April 3-5, 2025

You asked for it, and we heard you. HWG is excited to bring its members back to an in-person conference! It will be held between April 3-5, 2025 at the fabulous Orleans Hotel and Casino just off the strip! Our 21st conference offers activities for all writers—Keynote, Pitches to Agents and Editors, Q&A panels, and a separate Master Class. Check out the Faculty Page, Session Descriptions and Schedule then Register for what’s important to you. 

The Las Vegas Writers Conference is dedicated to helping writers of all genres improve their craft, sharpen their business skills, and network with publishing professionals. Held each spring, this conference draws attendees from around the world. Pitch sessions with literary agents and editors are included with your registration. We hope you will join us and take your writing skills to the next level.

Throughout the event, you will be able to meet our faculty, schedule times to pitch to agents and publishers, and learn from experts in fields connected to writing and publishing.

Your Registration Includes:

• Thurs night social with appetizers as well as lunch for both Friday and Saturday
• A superb selection of Workshops with Q&A
• Agent & Editor Pitch Sessions
• Blue Pencil Review
• An opportunity to attend our banquet and hear our inspiring keynote speaker

The Orleans, 4500 Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, Nevada

REGISTRATION HERE

Redwood Wrtiers 

Flash Fiction

Heartbeat/Heartbreak Writing Contest

Close: Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at midnight

In addition to all Redwood Writers members, the contest is open to:
• All CWC members, regardless of residence.
• Non-member residents of Sonoma, Napa, Marin, Mendocino, Lake, Humboldt and Solano counties.

More information HERE