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THRILLERFEST
SPOTLIGHT ON THRILLERFEST
ThrillerFest is the annual conference of the International Thriller Writers. This unique, popular, and rapidly expanding organization was created in 2005 by several bestselling authors in order to bring thousands of writers. Readers. Publishers, producers, editors, and agents to promote and support thriller authors everywhere.
The ThrillerFest conference has six main components:
Master Class:
Provides an educational workshop for aspiring writers, debuts, and midlist authors where they gain advanced training from the masters of craft in an intimate, day-long training session.
CraftFest:
Showcases bestselling authors and subject matter experts who kindly offer their advice and assistance to advance attendees’ writing techniques. There is also a CareerFest track under this heading, which helps educate attendees about the business aspects of the publishing industry.
QueryFest:
Offers instant feedback on a query letter or first two pages of a manuscript by an industry expert.
PitchFest:
Pairs writers with agents, producers, and editors, providing an opportunity for attendees to pitch their manuscripts.
ThrillerFest:
The final two days of the conference, provides readers with an opportunity to network with authors—everyone from debuts to bestsellers. Expect innovative panels, spotlight interviews, and workshops to educate and inspire.
And the Awards Banquet:
The Thriller Awards Banquet honors the year’s ThrillerMaster, Silver Bullet Award recipient, Thriller Legend, Thriller Fans, and Thriller Award winners.
Find out more about this exciting five-day thriller extravaganza by browsing our website at www.thrillerfest.com.
