Get Inked Teen Writing Conference

Meet Authors and Improve Writing Skills at Get Inked 2024!

A writer's conference for students in grades 7–12 on the beautiful campus of Saint Mary's College.

Saturday, February 24: In-person at Saint Mary’s College

Saturday, March 2: Virtual Conference on Zoom

On Saturday, February 24th, young writers are invited to attend the Get Inked Teen Writing Conference. Hosted by Saint Mary’s College, participants will spend the day connecting with published authors in writing workshops and small-group breakout sessions. Students will experiment with style and form, share ideas, improve their writing skills, and make valuable connections with industry professionals and other young writers.

This day-long event is perfect for students who:
• Have an interest in writing and storytelling
• Want to be a little more confident in their writing abilities
• Want to meet industry professionals, and like free books!
 
This year's conference features YA authors Alicia Novo, Patrick Flores-Scott, Kristin Bartley-Lenz, Katherine Higgs-Coulthard, and Mary Ann Moore, among others.
 
Encourage your students to sign up to take part in this unique experience. Live far from campus? No problem! Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available.

Saturday, February 24, 2024 In-person at Saint Mary’s College

Limited to 70 in-person participants. Registration is $70 and includes two autographed books and
a Get Inked Writer's Notebook. Lunch is provided.
Students with financial need are invited to apply for assistance with fees through the Patricia S. and
Thomas W. Hill Scholarship for Young Writers. For more information on this scholarship, contact
Katherine Higgs-Coulthard at higgscou@saintmarys.edu.

Saturday, March 2, 2024 Virtual Conference on Zoom

Limited to 70 remote participants. Registration is $70 and includes two autographed books and
a Get Inked Writer's Notebook. Shipping of conference materials is included.
 Students with financial need are invited to apply for assistance with fees through the Patricia S. and
Thomas W. Hill Scholarship for Young Writers. For more information on this scholarship, contact
Katherine Higgs-Coulthard at higgscou@saintmarys.edu.

About the Conference:

Since 2013, the teen writing conference has invited teens to the type of writing conference typically reserved for adults. From keynote speakers to hands-on breakout sessions, students will spend time with published and professional authors and have a chance to improve their own writing skills.

Meet the Authors: