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Last week we shared some upcoming events Phoenix is holding throughout August for writers, book lovers, and tea-time enthusiasts. This post will focus on several more events happening in and around Phoenix. We want you to beat the heat and still have fun this summer in AZ! As always, Midnight Publishing is offering editing and writing assistance to clients throughout the summer months. So, if you have a book that needs editing or an idea for a story that needs refining from a professional ghostwriter, don’t hesitate to contact us at anytime to discuss your project! Find our editing descriptions/prices here for more information! Continue reading for all the great phoenix events for the end of summer 2019 you won’t want to miss.

Phoenix Events for the End of Summer

1. American Night Writers Association ConferencePhoenix Events for the End of Summer - ANWA Conference

When: September 12 to 14, 2019, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Doubletree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert, 1800 S. Santan Village Parkway,

Gilbert, AZ

What: This annual conference is open to all writers from beginners to bestsellers and a variety of genres. The conference focuses on writing workshops, critiques from professionals in the industry, query pitches and networking opportunities. Also, the keynote speaker in 2019 is HarperCollins bestselling author Mary Weber. Prices range from $125 to $240. Registration closes on September 1, 2019. You can follow this link to register for the various workshops, pitches and query events.

2. Amy Silverman and Deborah Sussman’s “Mothers Who Write” WorkshopPhoenix Events for the End of Summer - amy and deborah

When: Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on September 5, 12, 19, and 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and November 7 and 14.

Where: Changing Hands Bookstore (Phoenix location) 300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ

What: This 10-session workshop is available to writers of all ages and levels of experience with the only “requirement” being motherhood. It is taught by local journalist and Phoenix NPR affiliate Amy Silverman and ASU communications and media specialist Deborah Sussman.“Mothers Who Write” offers prompts and advice to get you going, and constructive feedback for existing work in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. More info here.

3. Banned Books Reading 2019

When: September 27, 2019, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Alwun House Foundation 1204 East Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ

What: This is the third annual event hosted by the Arizona LGBT + History project to draw attention to the problem of book censorship. A wide variety of banned books will be read aloud at the event, with books being donated by Bookmans Entertainment Exchange. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show begins at 7. Cost is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. More info and tickets available here, and you can learn more about the host of the event on their Facebook page.

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