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Mark your calendars for the 24th Annual James River Writers Conference
September 25 – 27, 2026!
The 23rd Annual James River Writers Conference
took place
Friday, October 3, 2025 | Master Classes | Online
Sat/Sun October 4-5, 2025 | In-Person
at the Greater Richmond Convention Center
James River Writers is excited to continue to offer both in-person and online elements for our conference. Join us for Master Classes online, on Friday, October 3. Then, join us at the Greater Richmond Convention Center (in Richmond, Virginia) for a full slate of programs focusing on the craft and business of writing. Enjoy lively panel discussions, critique sessions with literary agents, an engaging keynote, and agent one-on-one meetings (standard with your ticket). In addition, we’ve included opportunities for networking and socializing, because community is at the heart of everything we do. Since 2003, this multi-day event has been known for its inspiring, collegial atmosphere and hospitality. Whether you’re just starting out on your writing journey, or a seasoned professional, there’s something for everyone.
The 2025 Conference has passed. You can see the Facebook photo album from the conference HERE.
OUR 2025 JAMES RIVER WRITERS CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
Thank You To These Sponsors for General Conference Support!
We Are Grateful For Continuing Support From
This project was supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
The James River Writers Conference is proud to be a part of ArtoberVA
