Click here to buy tickets to the Women of Appalachia and Open Mic Pre-Conference Events. (Both events are included in the cost of conference registration.)
Join us in one of Northern Appalachia’s most iconic, historic cities for two unforgettable days of literature, music, performance, and connection at the WANA Annual Conference!
The conference program is LIVE! Download a PDF copy or see below.
Whether you’re a writer, reader, teacher, student, or just someone who loves a good story—this is your place.
Please Note: Payments are available in four interest-free installments if you choose the AFTERPAY option at checkout.
Regular Registration + WANA Membership + Catered Lunch $185
Included in your registration:
- A year-long membership to the Writers Association of Northern Appalachia (WANA)
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- A catered lunch on Saturday–no need to go offsite, just pick up your lunch and enjoy
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
Regular Registration + WANA Membership (Lunch on Your Own) $170
Included in your registration:
- A year-long membership to the Writers Association of Northern Appalachia (WANA)
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
FOR PRESENTERS ONLY: Registration + Catered Lunch $150
Included in your registration:
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- Breakfast pastries and coffee throughout Saturday morning
- A catered lunch on Saturday–no need to go offsite, just pick up your lunch and enjoy
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
FOR PRESENTERS ONLY: Registration (Lunch on Your Own) $135
Included in your registration:
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- Breakfast pastries and coffee throughout Saturday morning
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
STUDENTS ONLY: REGISTRATION + CATERED LUNCH $35
Included in your registration:
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- Breakfast pastries and coffee throughout Saturday morning
- A catered lunch on Saturday–no need to go offsite, just pick up your lunch and enjoy
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
STUDENTS ONLY: REGISTRATION (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) $25
Included in your registration:
- Tickets to a riveting performance by the Women of Appalachia
- Admittance to an open mic hosted by WANA LIVE!
- Your choice of five concurrent sessions with 20 distinct readings, workshops, and crafts talks
- Access to the exhibit hall featuring small presses, MFA programs, and other writer-focused vendors
- Breakfast pastries and coffee throughout Saturday morning
- A gourmet graze board and non-alcoholic drinks during cocktail hour (cash bar available)
- Cocktail hour entertainment by the incredible Jeff Berman and Sue Powers
- Admittance to Jan Beatty’s powerful keynote address
Problems with registration or other questions? Please email clfisanick AT aol DOT com.
