Writercon 2009 tickets are now on sale. Click here to register for Writercon '09!

Don't forget to also reserve your hotel room online or call the Radisson at 800-333-3333 or 612-339-4900, using the code "WRITER".

Update: We're sold out of $69 early bird tickets! Prices are now:

$76 until April 1, 2009
$84 until June 15, 2009
$85 at the door

Thank you all so much for the enthusiasm; we sold out of early-bird tickets in less than 12 hours!

WRITERCON 2009
Writing Between the Lines
July 30 – August 2, 2009
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota

ICON CONTEST

It’s official!!!! Writercon 2009 wants you to design the official Writercon 2009 icon for your fandom(s). Writercon 2009 is a multifandom event and all fandoms are welcome. We’ll announce the winners on the Writercon Live Journal and here November 17.

But there’s more! Winners who attend Writercon 2009 this summer in Minneapolis will receive a special surprise featuring their design.

The rules are simple, but please read them all to make sure your entries are considered:

* Choose or create an image that represents your fandom(s). You can enter icons for as many fandoms as you wish.

* Include the words “Writercon 2009: Writing Between the Lines” somewhere on your icon.

* Submit up to three entries per fandom to info@writercon.com by October 31. Be sure to identify the fandom each icon represents. Remember: You can enter icons for as many different fandoms as you wish, but you may submit only three entries per fandom. If you submit more than three icons for each fandom, the judges will consider only the first three you submit for each fandom. No entries will be accepted after October 31, 2008.

* Entries will be posted on the Writercon Live Journal November 10, and voting will open to the public at that time for one week. Everyone will have a chance to choose the official icon for each fandom. Artists will not be identified during the voting period.

Winners will be announced November 17 and winning icons will be posted at that time.

All fandoms are welcome. Good luck!

If you have questions or comments, post them here. The email address is only for submission of contest entries at this time.

And remember: Writercon 2009 tickets go on sale October 30. The first 50 people to purchase tickets will receive the discount price of $69.

Writercon is an organization of fanfic writers and readers, created by fanfic writers and readers. We come from dozens of different fandoms and write in every genre. We come from dozens of fandoms and write in every genre. During Writercon, we gather to discuss the art and craft of fan fiction. Some of us want to learn how to write more and better fan fiction. Others look forward to meeting up with fellow writers and readers to exchange ideas and offer support. All of us, those who have participated in numerous fandoms and those who were only recently drawn into the world of fanfiction, are welcome.

Some people read the lines. Some read between them... We write between the lines.

WRITERCON 2009
Writing Between the Lines
July 30 - August 2, 2009
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota

It's official!!!!

Writercon 2009: Writing Between the Lines will take place July 30 through August 2 in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the Radisson Plaza Hotel.

A much-anticipated event, this assembly of writers and readers of fan fiction will gather to celebrate the power of telling stories. Through panel discussions, guest speakers, and hands-on workshops, we will explore the art of writing between the lines.

Our goal is for Writercon 2009 to reflect the rich diversity of today's fan fiction universe. In order to ensure that we succeed, we need your input:

Look around the Writercon 2009 website. You will notice that there is a lot of opportunity for us to add and provide updates on programs, guests and workshops during the weeks and months ahead.

But to get the ball rolling, we want you to tell us what will help make this Writercon your Writercon.

• Step one:
  • Take the 2009 Fandom Poll! - Let us know what fandoms you want to explore at Writercon 2009. Click here now.
• Step two:
  • Mark your calendars! Writercon 2009 tickets go on sale at noon EST on Oct. 30. Be among the first 50 to register for a full conference admission and receive a discount ticket for $69! This is a limited time offer so first come, first served. The price will increase to $76 once we sell out. Tickets to our rocking cocktail party are $13 and can also be purchased at the website once tickets go on sale.

    Full Conference Admission includes:

    • Admission to all workshops, panels, and/or discussions of your choice for the three-day conference.
    • Access to The Magic Box (Writercon's dealer room), the Hospitality Suite and various social activities throughout the weekend.
• Step three:
  • Register on this website. If you know you're coming, register now to appear on our attendees list. Just check the box labeled "Definitely attending Writercon 2009" when you register. (You can always edit your response later if your plans change.) You'll also be able to add your profile, post on our forum, and comment on our news updates.
• Step four:
  • Submit to the 2009 Writercon Story Archive. Ticket purchasers for 2009 are eligible to submit stories to the official Writercon Story Archive. Help us build a repository of some of the most exciting and innovative fanfiction being written in fandom today. Once you're registered, go here to submit your story. All fandoms welcome!

Rooms are available now through June 30, 2009, at the special Writercon rate of $109 for one to two guests per room, $119 for three guests per room, and $129 for four guests per room. Rates do not include tax. The Radisson Plaza Hotel is centrally located in downtown Minneapolis and is convenient to transportation, restaurants, and a variety of nightlife.

We have assembled a fabulous team for our Concomm, some names you may be familiar with and some you will come to know better as we move toward Minneapolis. Below is a list of our chairpersons. In the coming weeks we'll be introducing members of each committee as well as offering volunteer opportunities to those of you who wish to be more active in Writercon 2009.

The 2009 Writercon Concom:

• Co-Chairs: rusty_halo and scarlettgirl
• Budget/Operations: mintwitch
• Communications: timeofchange
• Facilities: soundingsea
• Guest Relations: denny_dc
• Programming Chair: harmonyfb
• Registration Chair: kellyhk
• Volunteer Coordinator: spiralleds

We are all committed to ensuring that Writercon 2009 continues the traditions of community, education, and excellence that have been its hallmark since 2004.

This is a convention for fans, by fans, so please explore Writercon 2009 and see what all of the excitement is about. We look forward to seeing you in Minneapolis!

If you are interested in volunteering or becoming a sponsor, please leave a comment or contact rusty_halo at laura at rusty-halo.com or scarlettgirl at scarlettagain at gmail.com.