Volume 7 · Issue 2

In this issue

• Conference News & Updates
• Give Me Five Writing Competition
• BWRC 2010 Scholarships
• Exhibit at the 2010 BWRC
• Volunteer with BWRC
• Early Registration Open Now Through April 30

Important Dates

• March 30: Scholarship Application Submission Deadline
• March 30: Give Me Five Contest Entry Deadline
• April 30: Early registration ends
• June 2: Discounted hotel rate expires
• June 14: Advance registration ends

Conference News & Updates

Planning is well underway for the next Black Writers Reunion & Conference, with workshops, contests, vendors, and social and networking activities to span Wednesday, June 23 to Saturday, June 26, 2010. We’ll be descending upon the chic W Atlanta Perimeter Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, to be enlightened and inspired by some of the most exciting and informative presenters to ever grace the awesome BWRC program.

This month we announce scholarship, volunteer, and exhibitor opportunities as well as the first Give Me Five Writing Competition.

Give Me Five Writing Competition

Write 5 pages of fiction or screenplay treatment for a chance to win up to $200! Prizes include:

Grand Prize: $200, plus recognition certificate at the 2010 Black Writers & Reunion Conference in Atlanta, Georgia
Second Prize $100, plus recognition certificate
Third Prize $50, plus recognition certificate

Writers: This is your chance to get feedback on your structure, dialogue, style and originality. First Round Deadline: March 30, 2010. See Give Me Five for contest rules and to download a registration form.

BWRC 2010 Scholarships

BWRC is accepting scholarships applications for the 2010 conference. Three scholarships—awarded in creative writing—are available to any potential BWRC participant and covers tuition for one full day of workshops. Winners are selected based on applicants’ skills, abilities, accomplishments, and promise as writers and contributors to the literary community. The deadline to apply is March 30. For more information or to apply, see Scholarships.

Exhibit at the 2010 BWRC

The Black Writers Reunion & Conference Exhibitor Sponsorship offers exhibitors an opportunity to support BWRC’s educational programs and community service in exchange for exposure to conference participants and the public in addition to thousands of visitors to the Blackwriters.org website. Visit Exhibiting for details.

Volunteer with BWRC

BWRC currently has opportunities for attendees and non-attendees to get involved with our outstanding event, but the window is closing fast. Visit our volunteer sign-up page for info.

Early Registration Open Now Through April 30

Register between now and April 30 for full conference and save $50 off the regular rates. For more information or to register, see Registration.