The conference is open to all interested writers. Each participant will be able to choose three workshops and a panel discussion to attend (one hour each), plus the keynote talk. Lunch will be served to those registering up to three days before the conference and will give participants an opportunity to chat with other writers and with the presenters.
NOTE: The conference will be held in-person and also as a virtual event for those who choose to attend the conference from the comfort of home!
Sinclair Lewis, the first American to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, was a mentor to many aspiring writers during his career. This conference, held in Lewis’ hometown of Sauk Centre, Minnesota, is a tribute to a writer who took the time to help other writers hone their craft. This is our 35th annual writers' conference and, based on the enthusiastic response following the previous 34, we will continue our purpose of encouraging and inspiring writers of all ages and abilities. This year’s conference features Danny Klecko, award-winning poet and Master Bread Baker. He is joined by three presenters, including a novelist, creative writing author and screenwriter/non-fiction writer.
In-person cost of the day-long conference (including lunch, breaks and reception) is $85. College students and senior citizens can register for $80. High school students may attend for free, paying $25 for the cost of their lunch. Virtual event registration is $40, which includes the panel discussion, keynote talk and three presentations.
The Sinclair Lewis 2025 Writers Conference is made possible by the financial sponsorship of the following organizations: Minnesota National Bank of Sauk Centre, Pine Country Bank of Sauk Centre, Magnifi Financial Credit Union, Sauk Centre Area Community Foundation and the Sinclair Lewis Foundation. Private donors include Pat Hanauer, the Dave Simpkins Family and Dick and Pat Lewis. Sauk Centre Community Education is a co-sponsor of the event.
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