HOMEGROWN: A Writers' Exchange

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Registration for this event will close on February 1, 2025 @ 9:00am.

Program Description

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HOMEGROWN 2025

Hancock County Library System and Harrison County Library System have partnered with the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Park Campus to present a full-day literary arts conference focused on writers, aspiring writers, authors & their books.

— A series of Authors’ Panels will be presented Saturday, February 1, 2025.

This event is free & open to the public.

 

Pitch Sessions for Writers & Aspiring Writers

This is your opportunity to interact with and pitch your work, manuscripts , and/or, ideas to literary experts — publishers & literary agents who will provide honest, professional, & useful feedback. Pitch sessions are limited to 15-20 minutes.  

Space is limited for pitch sessions, so reserve your spot today by completing the online form.

 

 

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Registration Required

Space is limited, registration is required to attend.  

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