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We are looking forward to this year’s Craft of Writing Conference and hope you will join us. We will once again be at the OSU Center for Poets & Writers and are grateful for their continued support.
Our theme this year is The Power of Storytelling and we will highlight Native American storytelling and Native American writers will be presenting one track of sessions on Saturday. We will have even more breakout sessions and are adding a second day on Sunday that will be a standalone focus on publishing and marketing your work. You’ll be able to register for just one or both days – whichever fits your needs best!
Saturday, October 19th
9am – 5pm
Sunday, October 20th
9am – 4:30pm
TNW Members & Students | $55/day, $100 for Both Days
General Public | $75/day, $140 for Both Days
Pitch Session | $10
Pitch Sessions are only being held on Saturday, the 19th.
We will have over 35 speakers and 40+ breakout sessions. As new speakers are confirmed we will update this page – so check back often. If you want to be a speaker – fill out the Speaker Inquiry form above and we’ll be in touch!
Indigenous Speakers | Authors
Faith Phillips
Cherokee
Novelist | Screenwriter | Film Producer
JD Colbert
Muscogee-Creek, Chickasaw, Cherokee and Citizen Potawatomi
Historical-Fiction
Casie Bazay
Chickasaw
YA
Sandy Tharp-Thee
Cherokee
Children’s
Dr. Tvli Jacob
Choctaw
Screenwriting | Graphic Novels
Sunrise Tippeconnie
Comanche, Diné
Producer | Director
Angela Startz
Actress | Podcaster
Speakers | Authors
Alton Carter
Non-Fiction
Heather Nuttall-Westover
Non-Fiction
Merle Davenport
Historical-Fiction |
Non-Fiction
William Bernhardt
Thriller | Non Fiction
Poetry
Dr. Eric Howerton
OSU Professor | Writer
Kristin Hamblin
Fantasy | Romantasy
Jennifer Sneed
Children’s
Phetote Mshairi
Poet
Anthony Brinkley aka Tony B
Poet
Katrina Schroeder
Editor | Book Coach
Aubrey Green
Editor
Samantha Ryan
Fiction
Tyler Huffman
Screenwriter
Amy Lillard
Romance | Mystery
JoyDon Baker
Fiction | Non Fiction
Jes McCutchen
Sci-Fi | Fantasy YA
Polly Basore Wenzl
Narrative Journalist
Kat Lewis
Thriller | Romantasy
Kim Toscano
Freelance Writer | Fantasy
Renee La Viness
Editor | Children’s | Short Stories
Cameron Sutter
Plottr
Bill Wetterman
Fiction | Nonfiction
Berkley Benton
Jones House Creative |
Marketing
Nick Flesher
Audiobook Narrator | Voice Over Artist
Jude Bayton
Mystery
Matt Jones
Jones House Creative |
Marketing
Jesse Ulrich
Podcasting
Agents & Publishers
Jeanne Devlin
Roadrunner Press
Lara Bernhardt
Admission Press
TwylaBeth Lambert
Fawkes Press
Lisa Lindsey
Roan & Weatherford
Amy M. Le
Quill Hawk Publishing
CONFERENCE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
SATURDAY SESSION TOPICS
Unleashing the Power of Narrative to Bridge Differences
Adapt & Pitch Your Books for Film & Television
Short Story Craft: Nailing Your Scenes
Plot a Novel in Less Than an Hour
Writing for Teens
Empowering Our Stories: Native Media Trends
Writing Dynamic Dialogue
POV: Let Your Protagonist Lead the Way
Using History to Animate Storytelling
How To Write the Story You Were Born To Tell
Criminal Thinking for Writer’s
Unlocking Romantasy: Writing the Hottest Genre
Painting Pictures with Your Words
Seeking 3D Main Characters
World Building: From Subtle to Unrecognizable
How Tabletop RPG Can Help You Define Your Characters
The Craft of Screenwriting
Unlock the Power of Universal Fantasies
Children’s Books in the Modern Era: Trends & Tips
Spelltastic Poetry: Unleashing the Magic of Words
Crafting Memoirs that Inspire: Telling Your Story with Power and Purpose
World Building: From Subtle to Unrecognizable
So You Want to Write for Magazines–and Maybe Get Some Free Food
Unleashing the Power of Narrative to Bridge Differences
Building Your Newsletter; From Lead Magnets to Dedicated Fans
Making Satisfying Character Arcs with Plottr
- Adding Spark to Sweet Romance
SUNDAY SESSION TOPICS
- Publishing Today Panel
Which Avenue to Publishing is Right for You
Marketing Your Book
How to use Podcasts to Build Your Brand and Connect With an Audience
Law School for Writers: Copyright, Trademark, Defamation, Publishing Contracts and Much More
Preparing Your Manuscript
Before You Send that to the Editor
Understanding Developmental Editing
Blueprint for Self-Publishers (The Business Of)
How to Make Money in Today’s Market (Self-Publishers)
The Ins & Outs of Hybrid Publishing
Get Paid to Write: Starting Your Freelance Career
Choosing the Right Narrator for Your Audiobook
Promoting Your Books to Local Shops, Libraries, and Readers
Self-Publishing: Setting Yourself Up for Success
Pitching Your NonFiction Book or Memoir
To Editor or Not to Editor
Don’t Lose Your Voice
What Your Book’s Publicity Campaign Should Look Like
Building Your Newsletter; From Lead Magnets to Dedicated Fans
Writing for Short Story Contests and Anthologies
Working with a Publisher
- The Best & Worst Advice You Get as a Writer (and how to evaluate it)
Venue Details & Where to Stay
OSU Tulsa Conference Center
700 N Greenwood Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74106
Park in lot E or D.
Registration is in North Hall and you’ll enter through the walkway in the circle driveway that passes the Auditorium.
Local Hotels
Featured NonProfit
Poetic Justice’s mission is to offer restorative writing and creative arts programs to individuals who are incarcerated in women’s prisons and jails.
Their vision is to offer opportunities for healing and growth by holding space to process trauma and rewrite personal narratives to transform the story of incarceration.
They’ll have a booth at the conference, be sure to stop by and learn more about what they do and how you can help through volunteering!
Things to Do
If you’re traveling in to Tulsa for the conference, welcome! There’s much to see and experience in this storied town. Clicking the logos below will take you to their respective websites for more information.
A powerful, must see experience, Greenwood Rising tells the remarkable and resilient story of the Greenwood community by bringing the story of Tulsa’s Black Wall Street to life.
Tickets are required for scheduled visits and can be reserved online in advance of your visit.
Tulsa is known for having one of the best Oktoberfest’s in the country! This year will be it’s 45th so head on over one of the evenings you’re in town for the Conference.
Known as Oklahoma’s Premier Food Hall, Mother Road Market has over 15 different amazing restaurant experiences to choose from.
Be sure to check out Doctor Kustom, a Brazilian spot, whose chef was a 2024 James Beard Nominee. Epic food.
Open until 9 each night, grab some of the new friends you’ve made and head on over and enjoy a great evening.
A long time supporter of the literary arts, Heirloom Rustic Ales is a fantastic spot to grab a cold brew and relax. The food truck serving pizza there is one to write home about, so don’t miss out on their amazing pies.
2113 E. Admiral Blvd
Tulsa, OK
Visit Our Local Bookstores!
Fulton Street Books & Coffee
21 N Greenwood Ave
Tulsa, OK 74120
Magic City Books
221 E Archer St.
Tulsa, OK 74103
Whitty Books
2306 E Admiral Blvd
Tulsa, OK 74110