Get Inked Teen Writing Conference 2026

Feb 28 - Mar 7

Saint Mary's College

Saturday, Feb. 28

8:30 AM

In-Person Registration

Saturday, Mar. 7

11:15 AM

Virtual Registration

Meet Authors and Improve Writing Skills at Get Inked 2026!

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

Saturday, February 28: In-person at Saint Mary’s College

Saturday, March 7: Virtual Conference on Zoom

"Get Inked Teen Writing Conference"

On Saturday, February 28, 2026, young writers are invited to attend the Get Inked Teen Writing Conference. Located on 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. A virtual version of Get Inked is offered on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

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 will once again feature popular YA authors. Watch this space for additional author announcements!

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 28, 2026 In-person at Saint Mary’s College

Limited to 100 in-person participants. Registration is $75 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 7, 2026 Virtual Conference on Zoom

Limited to 100 remote participants. Registration is $75 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