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© 2019 by Hollihock.

The Fifth Annual

Hollihock Writers

Conference 2020

May 29-31, 2020
715 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA
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The Conference

WRITE | INSPIRE | EDUCATE | NETWORK
Three Days of Writing Sessions
May 29-31, 2020

Join the creative community of New England including published authors, educators, and industry professionals as we explore all aspects of the writing life. Over this three-day conference, take part in discussions about the literary world of creative writing, poetry, and non-fiction; attend panels to learn tips on finding an agent and writing query letters; get your hands dirty in workshops and master classes; and hear professional writers share their work.

 

Hollihock welcomes writers in any phase of their literary life, from beginners intimidated by the blank page, to published professionals looking for a network of fellow creative thinkers to share ideas.

 

Immerse yourself in the creative world for a wonderful weekend of education and inspiration surrounded by a community of New Englanders with a passion for writing.

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2020 Featured Speakers/Readers: To Be Announced

 

2019 Featured Speakers/Readers:​
 

  • Rick Moody, author of multiple praised novels, including The Ice Storm and his newest memoir, The Long Accomplishment: A Memoir of Hope and Struggle in Matrimony

  • R.O. Kwon, author of nationally best-selling novel, The Incendiaries

  • Major Jackson, author of four books of poetry, including Roll Deep, Holding Company, Hoops, and Leaving Saturn

  • Mona Awad, author of 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl and her newest novel Bunny

  • Lillian-Yvonne Bertram, author of the poetry collections Personal Science; a slice from the cake made of air; But a Storm is Blowing From Paradise; and How Narrow My Escapes.

Download 2019 Schedule
 

About Hollihock

What is Hollihock?

We are about growing a strong writing community one year at a time. Hollihock is a three-day writers conference held in New Bedford, MA. All of our authors and presenters have a strong connection to the New England area because we believe that strengthening our community is the best way to improve personal growth.

 
Conference
Participants
Author
Readings

30

200

Writing
Sessions

60

Professional
Presenters

40

 
2020 Presenters: To Be Announced

Previous Presenters

Proud to celebrate writers from across New England.
Major Jackson
Major Jackson
Poet, "Roll Deep"
Rick Moody
Rick Moody
Author of "The Ice Storm," among others
Lillian-Yvonne Bertram
Lillian-Yvonne Bertram
Poet & Professor; "But a Storm is Blowing From Paradise"
Mona Awad
Mona Awad
Author of "13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl" and "Bunny"
RO Kwon
RO Kwon
Author of nationally best-selling novel, "The Incendiaries"
Dariel Suarez
Dariel Suarez
Author & Director of Core Programs and Faculty
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Early Bird Tickets

 
Honing your writing craft shouldn't cost you a fortune.
Hollihock's mission is to provide high-quality educational sessions taught by industry professionals from top colleges and universities at an affordable price.
Early Bird pricing ends March 1, 2020!
$69
Early Bird 
3-Day Pass
$39
Early Bird
Student Pass
$29
Early Bird
1-Day Pass

Receive a 3-day pass to the event that includes the panel discussions, workshops, readings, classes & open mic.

Students receive a 3-day pass to the event that includes the panel discussions, workshops, readings, classes & open mic.

Receive a 1-day pass to the event that includes the panel discussions, workshops, readings, classes, & open mic.

Scholarships Available! Email kelsey@hollihock.org for more info.

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