yWrite 2025 Writer's Conference: yWrite Your Story Your Way!

yWrite 2025 Writer's Conference: yWrite Your Story Your Way!

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned writer, this in person, all day conference will give you guidance for your writing journey!

By yWrite & Angela Grout

Date and time

Sat, Nov 1, 2025 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT

Location

Agawam Senior Center

954 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

Agenda
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8:15 AM - 8:45 AM

Registration, Morning Tea Breads & Beverages

yWrite Sponsors!

Please check your program to appreciate the sponsors of this event which have provided so much for this day to be possible!

8:45 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome & Introduction

yWrite Host Angela Grout welcomes the day with introductions and intentional blessings with TBA will set the intention for a successful day on the page.

9:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Creative Memior Writing-Title TBA

Theresa Chamberland, Story Catcher Studios

If you don’t tell your story, who will? Engage in memory-focused writing exercises with Theresa Chamberland, from StoryCatcher Studios, as your guide. A brief exercise will introduce you to the world...

9:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Legacy Writing

Judith Breier

As we age and reflect on our lives, we uncover deep lessons from our experiences. Legacy writing becomes a sacred act, a way to share this hard-earned wisdom with loved ones and future generations....

9:30 AM - 11:15 AM

TBA

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

TBA

TBD... Pre-register for a private meeting and pitch your story to Literary Publishing Agent.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

yWrite Sponsors

Lunch Choice of Delicious Fresh Deli Sandwich: Turkey, Ham, or Roast Beef (make selection at checkout) Prepared with lettuce & cheese on a Bulky Roll with mayo/mustard on the side, a bag of chips, pa...

11:15 AM - 4:00 PM

Valuable Vendor Showcase and Bookstore

yWrite

Local Writing Groups

Publishing & Marketing Companies

Artists, Editors & More

Creative Souls and Authors need assistance- Receive information about Editors, Book Coaches, Illustrators, Graphic Artists, Promotional Agency, Printing Shops, Publishers, Writing Groups, and local ...

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Keynote Speaker: TBA

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Special Panel: TBA

yWrite

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

yWrite Group Photo

yWrite

All participants are invited to the stage for a group photo to be part of the 2024 2nd annual yWrite Write Conference family photo.

1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

TBA: Journalizing

Anna Bowen Bozena

Explore feelings associated with life changes and let your writing flow with Author, Coach, and Leader Martha Johnson. Martha will guide writing prompts to release what is holding you back. Loss, tr...

1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

TBA: Query Letter Writing

Jan Kardys

1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

TBA- Writing Workshop

1:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Private Writing Space

yWrite

Working on a particular piece? Want to finish or edit something from this morning's session? Need more time to visit the Bookstore Vendors? Take this time for you to write what you wish or what you n...

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Open Mic (pre-registration required)

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Closing Remarks with Prizes, and Plugs

Angela Grout

yWrite Host Angela Grout reflects on why writers write, motivating your journey for Novel Writing Month! Door Prizes and Special Announcements will conclude the event until next year!! Mark your Cale...

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

yWrite 2024 Writer Conference Sponsors

Angela Grout

Thanks to these yWrite Sponsors for Supporting Writers Agawam Cultural Committee, Agawam Rotary Club; Albert & Amelia Ferst Interfaith Center @ Westfield State College, Allied Carpet; Antimony Brewer...

About this event

  • Event lasts 8 hours

This all day conference will get your pen flowing with guidance from experienced professional facilitators. With small breakout rooms, your writing will begin with prompts and provide you with tools to write your story. Your general admission ticket includes your choices of morning and afternoon sessions.

Our Keynote Speaker will allow lunch (included) to be productive and entertaining. Vendors directly related to help writers will be available in the bookstore where you can also purchase books from other yWriters.

The day will commence with an Open Mic for pre-registered readers, and prizes!

You must select the General Admissions Ticket PRIOR to making your selections or your Ticket to the event will not be valid.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Parking?

There is plenty of FREE parking behind the building and on the sides.

Is this handicapp accessible?

YES. There are automatic doors on each level, as well as an elevator for use.

What if I want to bring a lunch?

Lunch is included thanks to our sponsors. You are welcome to bring lunch, however there is no price change. Any leftover lunch boxes will be donated to the local outreach center.

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yWrite & Angela Grout
$34.00 off applied
From US$39.50