Foothill Writers' Conference 07/09-07/12/09

Now in its 33rd year, the Foothill Writers' Conference continues its tradition of bringing literary arts mentorship and cultural enhancement to the Foothill College community and the San Francisco Bay Area.

The 2009 conference will offer seminars, workshops, and readings in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction; this year the conference will also include a screenwriting component for those interested in writing for television or film.

FOR FURTHER INFO email Kella Svetich: svetichkella@foothill.edu

This year's speakers include: Alan Cheuse, Justin Chin, Jane Ciabattari, Lesley Dauer, Sharon Doubiago, Danielle Haysbert, Scott Inguito, Linda Janakos, Avotcja Jiltonilro, Carol Lem, Barbara Jane Reyes, Michelle Richmond, Doren Robbins, Floyd Salas, Tony Tulathimutte, Marianne Villanueva, R.J. Ward, Kim Silveira Wolterbeek, Al Young.

As of July 3 Writers’ Conference participants will only be able to register on-site at the conference; the deadline for adding with an add code was last Friday. On-site registration is easy - simply arrive whenever you wish (see the schedule of events) and pay the conference fees at the registration table. Fees total $53 for all conference events, and check or credit card is preferable.

More information here.