Inkubator Writing Conference

The twelfth annual Inkubator Writing Conference, sponsored by Literary Cleveland, was held on September 11 and September 12 at the Cleveland Public Library in downtown Cleveland. The conference features workshops, craft talks, panel discussions, readings, and a book fair for poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers to help “empower writers, celebrate literary excellence, and amplify diverse voices.” Participating presenters include fiction writer Lincoln Michel and literary agent Alia Hanna Habib (Gernert Company). Fiction writer Colson Whitehead will deliver the keynote address. The conference is free to attend. Registration was accepted through September 9. Visit the website for more information.

Accessibility accommodations include public transportation within 600 feet of the venue; elevators in all multilevel event spaces; accessible sidewalks, pathways, and doorways; accessible bathrooms; reserved seating; accessible parking; ASL interpretation for the keynote address; printed outlines for panels and talks; and signage in Braille. Contact ADA coordinator Michelle R. Smith at (330) 622-0606 or [email protected] for additional accessibility details and requests no later than September 4.