Discover a day devoted entirely to your craft at the Sonoran Writers C onference, a premier gathering for writers ready to elevate their storytelling, publishing knowledge, and creative confidence. Held in the he art of beautiful Mesa, this one-day event brings together award-winning authors, indus try professionals, editors, and passionate creatives for an inspiring, high -impact literary experience.
Whether you’re polishing your first manuscript, building your author platform, exp loring indie publishing, or honing advanced craft skills, the Sonoran Write rs Conference offers dynamic sessions that meet you where you are and help you grow. Engage with expert-led panels, hands-on workshops, roundtable con versations, and meaningful networking opportunities that connect you direct ly with fellow writers and publishing pros.
You’ll walk away with:
•&nb
sp;Actionable strategies
for improving your writing and navigating the publishing world
• Professional insights that clarify your next steps as
an author
• New connections with writers who share
your passion
• Motivation and momentum to finish
your project—or start your next one
The conference is crafted to be welcoming, energizing, and deeply supporti ve of the writing journey. If you're looking for a place to learn, to level up, or simply to reignite your creativity, this event was built for you.
Join us for a transformative day of
storytelling, community, and inspiration.
Your next chapter begins at
the Sonoran Writers Conference.
Ea
rly Registration is $69 (Before Feb 15, 2026)
Regular Registration is $79 (February 16, 2026-Ap
ril 17, 2026)
Late Registration is $89 (April 18-May 4, 2026)
On site Registration day of is $99
Welcome:
Tori Eldridge is the best selling author of KAUA‘I STORM and HAWAI‘I RAGE (Ranger Makalani Pahukula M ysteries), the standalone novel DANCE AMONG THE FLAMES, and the acclaimed L ily Wong ninja thrillers—THE NINJA DAUGHTER, THE NINJA’S BLADE, THE NINJA B ETRAYED, and THE NINJA’S OATH. Her work has earned nominations for Anthony, Lefty, and Macavity Awards, and won the 2021 Crimson Scribe Award for Best Book of the Year. Tori was born and raised in Honolulu—of Hawaiian, Chines e, and Norwegian descent. After living in New York and Los Angeles, she now resides in Portland, Oregon, where she helps to care for her grandchildren and is writing her next book. Before writing, Tori performed on Broadway, television, and film. She also holds a 5th degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninja martial arts.
GBS Books (Gardner’s Book Service), a family owned business since 1983, is dedi cated to meeting the needs of schools and educators. We consistently provid e a great selection of books and materials at quantity discount prices and deliver them with superior customer service.
GBS Books will be handli ng sales for all of our presenters and special guests for the day.
Join us in welcoming our 2025 Programming Partner , the Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter! They and their authors will be all over the site that day to make sure you are finding the best program ming no matter WHAT genre you write in.
Publishing Science Ficti on, Fantasy and Poetry in Mesa for almost 20 years, Brick Cave is one of th e leading small press' in Arizona. AND, as part of the day, you can schedul e session to pitch YOUR manuscript.
We have so much more planned for this great day, so make sure you get registered right away to hold your place for the big day!
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Discover a day devoted entirely to your craft at the Sonoran Writers C onference, a premier gathering for writers ready to elevate their storytelling, publishing knowledge, and creative confidence. Held in the he art of beautiful Mesa, this one-day event brings together award-winning authors, indus try professionals, editors, and passionate creatives for an inspiring, high -impact literary experience.
Whether you’re polishing your first manuscript, building your author platform, exp loring indie publishing, or honing advanced craft skills, the Sonoran Write rs Conference offers dynamic sessions that meet you where you are and help you grow. Engage with expert-led panels, hands-on workshops, roundtable con versations, and meaningful networking opportunities that connect you direct ly with fellow writers and publishing pros.
You’ll walk away with:
•&nb
sp;Actionable strategies
for improving your writing and navigating the publishing world
• Professional insights that clarify your next steps as
an author
• New connections with writers who share
your passion
• Motivation and momentum to finish
your project—or start your next one
The conference is crafted to be welcoming, energizing, and deeply supporti ve of the writing journey. If you're looking for a place to learn, to level up, or simply to reignite your creativity, this event was built for you.
Join us for a transformative day of
storytelling, community, and inspiration.
Your next chapter begins at
the Sonoran Writers Conference.
Ea
rly Registration is $69 (Before Feb 15, 2026)
Regular Registration is $79 (February 16, 2026-Ap
ril 17, 2026)
Late Registration is $89 (April 18-May 4, 2026)
On site Registration day of is $99
Welcome:
Tori Eldrid ge is the bestselling author of KAUA‘I STORM and HAWAI‘I RAG E (Ranger Makalani Pahukula Mysteries), the standalone novel DANCE AMONG TH E FLAMES, and the acclaimed Lily Wong ninja thrillers—THE NINJA DAUGHTER, T HE NINJA’S BLADE, THE NINJA BETRAYED, and THE NINJA’S OATH. Her work has ea rned nominations for Anthony, Lefty, and Macavity Awards, and won the 2021 Crimson Scribe Award for Best Book of the Year. Tori was born and raised in Honolulu—of Hawaiian, Chinese, and Norwegian descent. After living in New York and Los Angeles, she now resides in Portland, Oregon, where she helps to care for her grandchildren and is writing her next book. Before writing, Tori performed on Broadway, television, and film. She also holds a 5th deg ree black belt in To-Shin Do ninja martial arts.
GBS Books (Gardner’s Book Service), a family owned business since 1983, is dedicated to meeting the needs of schools and educ ators. We consistently provide a great selection of books and materials at quantity discount prices and deliver them with superior customer service.
GBS Books will be handling sales for all of our presenters and special guests for the day.
Join us in welcoming our 2025 Programming Partner, the Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter! They and their authors will be all over the site that day to make sure you are finding the best programming no matter WHAT genre you write in.
Publishing Science Fiction, Fantasy and Poetry in Mesa for almost 20 y ears, Brick Cave is one of the leading small press' in Arizona. AND, as par t of the day, you can schedule session to pitch YOUR manuscript.
We have so much mor e planned for this great day, so make sure you get registered right away to hold your place for the big day!
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