Dear Subscriber,
The Literary Conference: Writing in a Digital Age
FRI 8TH – SAT 9TH JUNE 2012
FREE WORD CENTRE
Hari Kunzru and Kate Mosse join leading agents, publishers and developers in the UK’s first digital conference aimed directly at writers
Early Bird Offer and booking
(see below for details).
The Literary Consultancy is proud to announce a new cutting-edge conference programme aimed at writers practising at all levels. TLC is working with a wide range of exciting associate partners including Arvon Foundation, Commonwealth Writers, Free Word Centre and The Literary Platform, whose combined expertise, broad reach and understanding of the issues is set to culminate in a first-rate series of discussions, case studies and debates. We also introduce the ‘Pen Factor’, a live panel critique open to delegates (see below or check on website here).
“It's great to see TLC pioneering a long overdue digital Conference for writers, as it's so important to know our options in changing times. I can't wait to see what comes out of it.” Kate Mosse
Confirmed speakers: Hari Kunzru – keynote * Kate Mosse * Nicola Morgan * Robert Kroese
* Kerry Young * Claire Armitstead * David Godwin * Simon Trewin *
Cathryn Summerhayes * Maria Rejt and many more.
For more details, see below. 
> Conference Highlights;
> Early Bird Offer and Ticket Information - book by April 30th;
Conference Highlights
The conference takes an up-to-the minute look at possibilities open to writers today with practical sessions focusing on:
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HOW DO PROFESSIONAL WRITERS USE SOCIAL NETWORKING – In a session led by the Guardian’s Literary Editor Claire Armitstead, hear how leading writers have responded to changes in publishing and learn some top tips that will work for you.
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SELF-PUBLISHING VS. TRADITIONAL MODELS – Which is the best way to get published today and by which routes do writers get discovered?
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EMERGING INTERNATIONAL MARKETS – Conference associates Commonwealth Writers explore the international market opportunities open to writers in the age of the internet.
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EXAMPLES OF NEW LITERARY FORMS AND DIGITAL TOOLS INCLUDING APPS – The Literary Platform examines innovative digital projects and how writers at all levels can take advantage of the new technology.
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SEE AGENTS AND PUBLISHERS IN A NEW LIGHT – The return of Canon Tales, a fast-paced look at what is driving ten of the country’s top publishers and agents, including Simon Trewin, Maria Rejt, Cathryn Summerhayes and David Godwin.
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'PEN FACTOR' – Five fiction projects, submitted by delegates, will be selected by TLC for an open feedback session with top agents, publishers and the audience.
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Early Bird Offer and Ticket Information - book by April 30th
Those booking the The Literary Conference before April 30th will be eligible to receive a TLC manuscript assessment at 50% off on 50 page extracts. For more information about our special offer please contact the TLC office at info@literaryconsultancy.co.uk or call us at 020 7324 2570.
Click here to book or see our events page for more information.
Don't miss out on what is sure to be a truly enlightening publishing event.
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For other up-to-date information about TLC see:-
www.literaryconsultancy.co.uk, or call us on 020 7324 2563.
All best wishes,
The Literary Consultancy
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