Breaking in is hard, but then what? Join Lacey N. Dunham (#TheBelles), Marisa Kashino (#BestOfferWins), Samuel Ashworth (#TheDeathAndLifeOfAugustSweeney), and Hannah Grieco (#FirstKickingThenNot) for a real look at the reality of that first launch year.

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Just a few more hours left! ⏳ Make the most of that New Year's writing resolution and fill out our 2026 BIPOC Scholar application tonight. ✍️

Not a writer? Pass this along to an aspiring writer in the DC/MD/VA area!

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2026 BIPOC Scholarships | Washington Independent Review of Books The Independent is an important voice in the community of readers and writers dedicated to book reviews and writing about the world of books.

🚨LAST CALL: APPLY TO BE A 2026 BIPOC SCHOLAR🚨
✨ 5 writers attend for FREE ✨ Early agent selection (pick 4!) ✨ Discounts for all eligible applicants

If you’re a BIPOC writer (18+) in DC, MD, or VA, don't wait—apply now! ✍️📖

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⏰ Deadline coming up fast!
Apply to be a 2026 BIPOC Scholar for the Washington Writers Conference.
Applications close January 15. Don’t miss this opportunity!

www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/page/2025-bi...

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We are so #grateful for the amazing DMV writing community! Reminder to register by Dec 31 for our best rate + 4 agent pitches! 🍂🖋️
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We are THRILLED to announce that our keynote speakers this year will be authors Margot Lee Shetterly (HIDDEN FIGURES) & Aran Shetterly (MORNINGSIDE)! Sign up for Super Early Bird pricing through 12/31!
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Attended last year and loved it! Register by 12/31 to take advantage of Super Early Bird pricing for the 2026 #WashingtonWritersConference.

This has been an incredible writers' weekend for me. The #washingtonwritersconference was amazing. Pitched 2 books that were very well received. Now, to query the interested agents!

I'll be on the debut author panel at the 2025 Washington Writers Conference! If you're a writer, I hope to see you there! #writersconference #writers #writing #washingtonwritersconference #dcwriters

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WRITERS OF COLOR APPLY NOW! 5 BIPOC writers will attend the #WashingtonWritersConference for FREE. due FEB 23. More info on link: washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/features/bip... See you there! #writerscommunity #bipocwriters
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