James River Writers Conference
The 22nd annual James River Writers Conference was held online and in person from October 4 to October 6 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond. The conference started with online master classes on October 4; the following two days of programming included in-person pitch sessions with literary agents, first page and query letter critiques, workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and a poetry showcase for poets, fiction writers, and nonfiction writers. Participating writers included poets Courtney LeBlanc, Joanna S. Lee, and Junious “Jay” Ward; fiction writers Cheryl A.
James River Writers Conference, James River Writers, P.O. Box 73841, Richmond, VA 23235. (804) 433-3790. Brynn Markham, Director of Programs and Communications.