SINCLAIR LEWIS 2010 WRITERS CONFERENCE

Press Release

One of the longest-running, most respected writers' conferences in Minnesota is back in Sauk Centre for its 21st year! The conference has attracted such renowned keynote speakers as Frederick Manfred, Robert Bly, Jon Hassler, Carol Bly, Douglas Wood, Leif Enger, Bill Holm and Gary Paulsen. This year's keynote speaker is Kevin Kling, internationally famous playwright and storyteller. Kevin will be joined by three other professional writers who will share their writing and marketing expertise.

Speakers for the 21st Annual Event include:

Kevin Kling - Keynote speaker
Thomas R. Smith - How poetry can get us through hard times
Ellen Stanley "Mother Banjo" - Song Writing
Dave Simpkins - Sinclair Lewis' Writing Habits
          
The day-long gathering will again look at the process of writing as well as selling what you write.  The conference is on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at the Sauk Centre High School auditorium.  Cost is $60, including lunch, breaks and a reception following at the Palmer House Hotel.  College students and senior citizens may register for $55; high school students may attend for free, but must register and pay $15 for lunch and breaks.

Both beginning and established writers are invited to attend the conference.  Participants will have the chance to hear three different presentations, the keynote talk, and a panel discussion during the day.

Contact Jim Umhoefer to arrange an interview with any of the presenters.

Click here for a MAP/DIRECTIONS to the Sauk Centre High School and the Palmer House Hotel...

Friday Night Event ~ 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - get info here!