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Midwest Writers Conference 2015

6/20/2015

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Me & Dana Littlejohn, Conference Organizer
Writing is a solitary profession, which leaves writers with very little time to socialize and even learn about their craft. This is where conferences come in, but it is difficult to know how to pick the appropriate one. I’ve flown to conferences, spent the entire family’s vacation fund, and got nothing out of it, besides credit card bills. My criteria now is it as to be drivable and inexpensive. I’d also like to learn something, socialize, and sign books.  The Midwest Writers Conference held at The Clarion Northwest this past April certainly fit the bill.

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The venue was easily accessible since it was right on the highway. This reasonably priced hotel and many amenities including a fitness center and bar on the premises. It also hosts a broad range of activities. While the conference was going on, there was a Toddler & Tiaras style competition and a Jamaican wedding. The staff handled all these events with ease. 


Ms. Littlejohn has some of the same issues I did with conferences and was tired of trailing across the country to attend them. Indianapolis is a decent-sized city with plenty of attractions and accommodations. Why not have a conference here?  Ms. LittleJohn had a vision and the extensive help of her family and friends to pull off such a large undertaking. Thank you, Ms. LittleJohn & Company.

There were workshops. I decided to downloadGrammarly as my first editor after listening to Alexa Grace stress the importance of editing. My husband, my second editor,  is glad,  as is my third and actual editor. From Catherine Castle, I learned the difference between sweet and inspirational romances. Shannon West reminded the group to keep on writing because a book has a six-month shelf life. There were so many other things I learned too.

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Attending Authors. Somehow Dana did not get in this photo, which means she probably took it.
There there was the 70’s party, which for me and my husband was almost a return to our high school days. DJ Yoduh from 2-4 ONE entertainment spun the tunes & provided lively commentary. The 70’s costumes were a hit, especially with the attendees who never lived through the time.

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Charlie's Angels pose with Tashi Hill, Dana Littlejohn & Tajawa Littlejohn
Keep your ears peeled for news of the 2016 conference happening in April. It’s hard to know what conference to attend, but this one was helpful, close, and fun.  My family is still able to go on vacation this year too.  It’s a win-win scenario. Find more here.

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Dakota Trace, Me, Dana LittleJohn, Beverly Ovalle, & Molly Daniels ( The very lovely Jennifer Lewis is half hidden behind us.)
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