Spark Your Writing
The ONLY in-person writing conference of 2025!
from Ironed Words Productions
Registration $75
via Ironed Words Productions, LLC
Spark Your Writing
Sunday, July 13, 2025
With special thanks to our Sustaining Sponsors: Certified Excellence, Groundscratchers, Shadows on Glass and Other Stories, and Em S. A'cor Books
Super early bird discount: just $35
By registering, you agree to the Terms of Use
Confirmation of registration will be emailed to you from IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com. If you don't see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.
9️⃣ SPOTS LEFT!
Inspiration
Guidance
Camaraderie
If you...
have a new story, article, or book idea
are trying to advance or finish a writing project
want to try writing in a new and different genre
SPARK YOUR WRITING
IS THE EVENT FOR YOU!
At this half-day conference, get sparked!
Hear presentations from published authors about the art and craft of writing.
Network with other writers and authors.
Get feedback on YOUR 1,000 words from a panel of published authors.
SPARK YOUR WRITING
Sunday, July 13, 2025
3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Panera in the Galleria, South Hills
1500 Washington Road, Pgh 15228
Spark Your Writing features:
Keynote presentations: first-hand insight and expertise on the art and craft of writing
Feedback on your 1,000-word submission from the expert panel and from the group
Camaraderie with other passionate storytellers
A gift card for delicious Panera lunch selections and bottomless coffee or fountain drink
Easy, free, onsite parking.
Enrollment will be capped at 10, so please register as soon as possible.
DUE DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS JULY 6, 2025!
This is a firm deadline to allow the reviewer enough time to thoughtfully review your work. If you miss the deadline, you may still attend the event, but your writing will not be discussed in the feedback portion of the conference.
Looking forward to seeing you at the conference and reading your submissions!
MEET YOUR FEATURED PANELISTS AND MODERATOR
Jamie Lackey
Short Story Author
Rekindling Your Muse
Gabriel Welsch
Poet
Writing Big, Writing Small
Maria Simbra
Author and Ironed Words Director & Principal
Moderator & Feedback Team
Registration $75
via Ironed Words Productions, LLC
With special thanks to our Sustaining Sponsors: Certified Excellence, Groundscratchers, Shadows on Glass and Other Stories, and Em S. A'cor Books
Super early bird discount: just $35
By registering, you agree to the Terms of Use
Confirmation of registration will be emailed to you from IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com. If you don't see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.
Former participants have LOVED Ironed Words events:
"It's great participating in a writing community."
"It's been a huge motivation and benefit to my writing!"
"I'm considerably more productive."
"Love getting together with authors."
"I got encouraging feedback."
"A source of great support and camaraderie."
"The cost is very reasonable."
"Everyone has been respectful and truly interested in each other's work."
"Learned something from everyone."
"It's wonderful camaraderie for a budding author."
"There are really other local writers with similar experiences. Yay! I am not in this alone! Thank you! You are my people!"
SPECIAL THANKS to our SUSTAINING SPONSORS
Reach writers and readers!
If your are interested in sponsoring Your Writing Craft, visit our sponsorship page or get in touch at IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com.
Perfect for books, editors, publishers, book coaches, literary events, bookstores, coffee shops, and more!
From a previous sponsor: "I am happy that my business was able to support such a worthwhile program that benefitted writers."
