Open to in-person and virtual package attendees only

A workshop favorite! Pitchapalooza is American Idol for Books (only kinder and gentler). Twenty writers will be selected at random on the spot to pitch their book idea during this fun, virtual event that’s open to in-person and virtual package registrants.

Each writer gets one minute — and only one minute! Arielle Eckstut and David Henry Sterry, known as The Book Doctors, will help these writers, and everyone in the audience, improve their pitches. They will critique everything from idea to style to potential in the marketplace and much more. The winner will receive an introduction to an agent or publisher appropriate for their book. Numerous authors have received publishing deals due to Pitchapalooza.

Authors and audience will come away with concrete advice as well as a greater understanding of the ins and outs of the publishing industry. Whether you’re pitching yourself, or simply listening to trained professionals critique other writers, Pitchapalooza is educational and entertaining for everyone.

To throw your name in the hat, fill out this form by Sept. 15 and come prepared to make your pitch during the virtual event. You must be a registered attendee to be part of the event.

For information on registering for either the Oct. 20-22 in-person workshop or the virtual package (five keynote talks and Pitchapalooza), visit our website.

Pitchapalooza!