2026 In the Trenches Conference — Evanston Writers Workshop

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Master Classes

Learn from industry professionals and bestselling authors in craft-focused workshops.

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Pitch Appointments

Face time with literary agents and editors — your chance to take the next step.

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EVIE Awards

Celebrating excellence in the Evanston writing community. Who will take the 2026 honors?

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Community & Networking

Cocktail hours, booksellers, and the warm EWW community you know and love.

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With Thanks to Our Supporters

This project is supported in part by the City of Evanston Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Illinois Arts Council.

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In the Trenches Writers Conference brings together writers, agents, publishers, and readers for two inspiring days of workshops, networking, and community. Sponsoring the conference puts your brand in front of thousands of engaged readers and creatives through our conference marketing across social media, print, and web. Evanston Writers Workshop is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization — all contributions are 100% tax deductible.

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