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Idaho Writers Guild Governing Board:

Doug Copsey
Elaine Ambrose
Sherry Cann
Joanne Pence
Kate Riley
Diane Ronayne
Amanda Turner
Judy Ware

Clay Morgan,
Co-Project Director
BSU Story Initiative

The 2012 Rendezvous is over, but check back soon for

information about next year's event. We're leaving the 2012

information online for you to get an idea of what an

outstanding conference this is!

THE IDAHO WRITERS & READERS RENDEZVOUS 2012

In the early nineteenth century the Rendezvous was the event of the year on the western frontier. Mountain men and Native Americans trapping along the streams and valleys of the Rocky Mountains gathered annually to sell their furs, trade for supplies, and tell stories. In that tradition, we welcome you to our annual gathering of writers and readers...

"It's All About Story"

Featuring Keynote Speakers
Tim Cahill
Laurie Notaro

and a top-notch lineup of authors, editors, agents,
educators, publishers, songwriters and other industry professionals

• Author panels
• Writing workshops
• One-on-ones: Manuscript or marketing evaluations and pitch sessions
• Contests (cash awards!): Short story, poetry, short screenplay
• Open mic nights
• Special session for educators
• Book signings and marketplace
• Small-group dining with an agent, editor or author
• Friday luncheon with Laurie Notaro
• Saturday night awards banquet with Tim Cahill
• PLUS Pre-Conference Workshop: How to pitch your work!

Click here to learn about the speakers and program schedule, or to sign up for a one-on-one appointment for a manuscript evaluation (fiction, non-fiction, or screenplay), pitch session or marketing strategy critique.

OPEN MIC NIGHTS

Want your work to be heard? Read/perform three minutes of your prose, screenplay, poetry or song during an open mic session on Thursday (7 p.m.-9 p.m.) or Friday (8 p.m.-9:30 p.m.) at the Boise Centre. Everyone welcome; no fee; open bar. Prizes will be awarded at the Saturday night banquet.

LUNCH OR DINNER WITH AUTHOR, AGENT OR EDITOR

Join four or five fellow attendees for lunch or dinner with an author, agent or editor. These opportunities will go fast, so register early.

CONTESTS FOR SHORT STORIES, SHORT SCREENPLAYS AND POETRY

[NOTE: The CONTESTS are now closed as the entry deadline has passed.]

Contest gifts include:

The entry deadline is March 30, 2012 (the date was extended due to popular demand). Don't miss out! The contests are open to the public; conference registration is not required to enter these contest. See Contests for details, fees and entry form.

LOCATIONS

Meeting sessions/workshops/open mic nights: Boise Center, 850 W. Front St. Boise's premier convention center.

Saturday awards banquet: Basque Center, 601 W. Grove St. Authentic Basque fare by Leku Ona Restaurant; live Basque music. Keynote speaker: Tim Cahill. Awards presentation: Contest, open mic, and agent-editor top pick winners.

Lodging: The 4-star Grove Hotel adjacent to the Boise Centre offers special conference rates through [date]. Click here for hotel information. Click here for a map of downtown Boise.

REGISTRATION FEES AND ADDITIONAL COSTS

Registration fee: $195 ($175 for members of the Idaho Writers Guild and students)

Registration includes all workshops and panels, pre-conference pitch workshop, open mic nights, Friday luncheon and Saturday banquet. Hurry! Early bird registration only lasts through February.

Additional fees will be charged for one-on-one appointments, contest entries, and dining with a presenter. A limited number of one-on-one appointments and dining slots are available and will go fast, so sign up early to guarantee your place!

Full refunds will be given for registrations cancelled before April 1, 2012. No refunds after that date.

Not a Guild member? Go to Idaho Writers Guild to submit your application and receive a reduced rate for the Rendezvous.

Need more information?
Contact the Idaho Writers Guild at info@idahowritersrendezvous.com, or call (208) 331-8000.