Florida WritersCon 2025

Join us at Florida WritersCon 2025—where inspiration meets industry insight. Featuring a keynote by acclaimed author Kristen Arnett, thoughtful networking, and a celebration of literary excellence, this year’s conference offers everything you need to elevate your craft and grow your writing career.

Why Attend?

Photo Credit: Maria RadaKeynote Address from Kristen Arnett

Florida based writer Kristen Arnett's work has appeared in Guernica, The Guardian, McSweeney’s, and other publications. She was a finalist for the 2020 Lambda Literary award and won the Ninth Letter Literary and the Coil Book awards. Her new book, Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One, has garnered high praise.

Kristen will share about her writing journey at our Saturday luncheon. Signing to follow; books will be available for purchase. Learn more about Kristen Arnett at her website: kristenarnettwriter.com
Photo Credit: Maria Rada


NEW – Curated Workshop Tracks

We've organized our diverse workshop offerings into Curated Tracks—themed collections of sessions designed to guide you through the aspects of writing and publishing that matter most to you. Including craft, publishing, marketing, and legal.   

NEW – Writers Connect (Thoughtful Networking)

Join us on Friday afternoon for 2 hours of thoughtful networking. Instead of milling about a large room and handing out business cards, attendees will participate in guided activities designed to encourage authentic connection and inspire a sense of fun. Activities include deep conversation tables, a pitch storm group activity, and matching games. Connect with other writers and leave with a few new friends.

NEW – Your FWA Membership Benefits

Our new Executive Director, Ginnye Cubel, will lead a session on how to maximize your FWA membership benefits based on your specific writing and career goals. PLUS, we’ll reveal new membership benefits coming in 2026. Be the first to see what’s in store for the coming year!

23 Workshops Designed for Writers

Choose from 23 different workshops, over Friday and Saturday, that are focused on helping emerging and established writers sharpen their craft, discover new publishing paths, and level up their writing business. Lead by experts and industry professionals, you’ll leave feeling inspired and empowered!

Celebrate Exceptional Writing

Join us at the Royal Palm Literary Awards banquet and celebrate exceptional member writing! Awards will be presented alongside an elegant dinner.

What's Included?

Your conference registration will include access to:

  • Kristen Arnett Keynote & Book Signing
  • Writers Connect
  • 23 workshops over Friday and Saturday (workshops begin at 12:45 PM on Friday)
  • Friday Night Mixer & Buffet Dinner
  • Royal Palm Literary Awards mixer with champagne pour!
  • Royal Palm Literary Awards banquet
  • Your FWA Membership Benefits session
  • Meals and refreshments
  • A copy of FWA Collection, Volume 17: New Directions/New Dimensions

Register Now

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your writing career. Secure your spot at Florida WritersCon 2025 and take the next step towards writing success! 

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NextGen Writers Experience

Friday, October 17, 2025
An event filled with workshops and presentations designed exclusively for the next generation of writers.
Middle & High School Students
Details coming soon.