The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference is taking place June 25-28 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg,
Immerse yourself in a weekend for fiction writers of all experience levels. Attend Seton Hill University’s In
Your Write Mind Writers Conference. $120 for the entire weekend event!
Included with Registration:
- A FREE TABLE at our book signing on Sat, June 27th
- A live “Embrace What Haunts You” audio experience by Palimpsest Productions
- Agent pitch sessions
- Over 30 writing-related classes
- Ghost Tour of the historic Seton Hill University campus
- Open mic night
- Critique sessions
What: The conference is open to the public and features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, an open mic and other special events. Admission for the entire conference is $120.00. REGISTER HERE!
When: June 25-28, 2026.
Where: The workshop takes place at the scenic campus of Seton Hill University in Greensburg, PA. - 1 Seton Hill Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
Why: Learn tips and tricks from other writers in a welcoming environment. Recharge your creative battery in the company of others on the writing journey. Find inspiration for your work in progress and exchange ideas, all for an affordable price at a gorgeous location.
Special Guests
Palimpsest Productions: Palimpsest is a serial fiction podcast, and each season is a new story to “embrace what haunts you.” If you’re interested in serial fiction, writing fiction for podcasts, or just podcasts in general, don’t miss this! Jamie and Hayley will be presenting a live audio experience for conference guests, and Jamie will be on our schedule of presenters.Ethan Joella: Author Ethan Joella will speak during our Sat evening book signing event. In addition to being a bestselling author, Joella is also an alum of the Writing Popular Fiction program! He is the author of A Little Hope, which was a Read with Jenna Bonus Selection; A Quiet Life; The Same Bright Stars; and The Top of the World. He lives in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, with his wife and two daughters. Along with an interview and Q&A session, there will be a book signing and reception, with books for sale at the event.
Plus, a special guest author to be announced.
Guest Agent (Virtual), Michaela Whatnall, Dystel, Goderich & Bourret: Michaela Whatnall joined the agency’s West Coast office in 2019. They received a degree from Emory University in English and linguistics, completed the Columbia Publishing Course, and have experience in school & library marketing, bookselling, and reviewing for trade publications. In 2023, Michaela was named a Publishers Weekly Star Watch Honoree in recognition of their work as an agent at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret. Michaela approaches agenting with eagerness and passion, and is excited to continue building the careers of their existing clients as well as discovering new books to champion.
Represents: They are most strongly interested in finding middle grade and young adult projects of all genres; upmarket adult fiction; and grounded fantasy. Michaela is also open to select adult romance; narrative nonfiction for both children and adults; graphic novels; and picture books.
For more information, please visit Michaela’s Manuscript Wishlist page.
Guest Agent (Virtual), Rachel Beck, Liza Dawson Assoc.: Rachel Beck joined Liza Dawson Associates in 2020 after working at a boutique literary agency for 4 years. She has been in the publishing industry since 2009 and worked at Harlequin editing romance novels for nearly 6 years before transitioning her skills to the agent world in order to be an advocate and champion for authors. She lives outside of Pittsburgh with her husband, three young children, and an endlessly entertaining cat.
Represents: Women’s fiction, romance, historical fiction, non-genre, specfic, magical realism, young adult. For more details, visit her agency page.
Come for the writing, stay for the community. Whether you're a professional or a beginner, you'll find your people at IYWM.
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