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Back to top2023 WOTS In Person!
OCTOBER 6-7-8, 2023
WOTS is IN-PERSON this year!
Founded in 1985, Write on the Sound writers’ conference (WOTS) is a small, affordable conference focused on the craft of writing. Held in Edmonds, Washington, the conference offers a variety of sessions, workshops and panel discussions, presented for all levels and interests, including valuable information regarding today’s writing and publishing industry.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
NY Times Bestselling Author Jamie Ford.
Known for stories set in Seattle, best-selling author Jamie Ford's novels include "Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet," and "The Many Daughters of Afong Moy."
FEATURED PRESENTATION:
Popular guidebook author, TV & radio host: Rick Steves
In “Travel Writing the Rick Steves Way”, Edmonds’ own Rick Steves will share practical tips for travel and guidebook-writing as well as how to market your work and make a living as a travel writer.
Conference registration opens July 10, 9:00am (Pacific Time)
Directly to the registration page is here.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
Event Date:
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 1:00pm to Sunday, October 8, 2023 - 4:00pm
Address:
Edmonds, WA 98020