ANNOUNCING
2024 TENT CRAWLJoin us LIVE on Facebook on April 19, at 1:00 PM PT
for the TENT CRAWL drawing
Results will be announced on Facebook LIVE!
Grand Prize: 2-Night Coronado Vacation at the Glorietta Bay Inn
Two-night staycation at the Glorietta Bay Inn in Coronado. Winner will receive a $600 gift certificate for the Glorietta Bay Inn. Not redeemable for cash.
Free IMWA Annual Membership
Do you have a story to tell?
The International Memoir Writers Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering a community of writers committed to the craft and business of memoir writing.
Virtual Cooking Class with Molé Mama
Calling all home chefs and foodies! Craving a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine and a fun social experience? Enter to win a virtual cooking class for up to 10 people with Molé Mama!
Molé Mama, the culinary enchantress behind the heartwarming novel Abuelita’s Magical Molcajete, isn’t just a storyteller; she’s a passionate home cook ready to share her kitchen wisdom. Learn traditional recipes, master essential techniques, and unlock the secrets of vibrant Mexican flavors – all from the comfort of your own home. Don’t miss this chance to gather your friends and family for a unique and delicious virtual cooking adventure with Molé Mama! (Molé Mama will coordinate class dates and recipes with winner) Approximate: $500 Value
One-Hour Consulting Call w/ Festival Co-Founder & Writing Coach Marni Freedman
Writers! Ready to Finally Write that Book, Screenplay or Play? Does any of this sound like YOU?
You have a dream; you open the computer to type those all-important words, but instead, you
- Feel anxious or overwhelmed as you try to give your idea shape and structure.
- Don’t know where to start.
- Are not sure how to find or express your authentic writer’s voice.
- Wonder how to organize your time so that you will actually complete your mission.
- You feel blocked or struggle with believing in yourself.
- Feel as if you are missing some writing knowledge, but you aren’t sure how to acquire it.
The Good News?
- There is a path.
- It’s a path filled with adventure, community, and self-discovery.
- It’s a path that can take you to your next career goal and help you achieve your dreams.
- It’s a path filled with insight, wonder, and healing.
- It’s a path that can offer you tools for life.
And What’s Even Better?
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You don’t have to do it alone. Meet with Marni for a sample one-hour session to talk about writing the book, screenplay, or play of your dreams.
Free Review of Your First Ten Pages
Tracy J. Jones Editing offers a developmental (overview) review of your writing project’s first ten pages (or any ten pages), whether a first draft or ready for publishing. The review includes a 15-minute Zoom consultation. (Note: Ten pages are double-spaced in 12-point font.) Tracy is a writing coach, developmental editor, R&C leader, and president of the International Memoir Writers Association. Contact: tracyjoneseditor@gmail.com.
60-Minute Customized Publication Consultation w/ Carolyn Dawn Flynn, The Story Catalyst
It’s time to write that book! It’s been calling you for years. But you need more than general advice. You want someone who can look at your first pages, your synopsis, your outline. You want someone who can ground you in the resources and practices so you can move ahead on writing the book you’ve always known you need to write.
In this 60-minute consultation, you send me your materials ahead of time, whether that’s a synopsis or first pages.
What I Offer:
- 1:1 book coaching
- Idea-to-Outline coaching
- Character and Voice to First Draft coaching
- Chapter Draft Support coaching and editing
- Re-Visioning coaching and editing
- Developmental Editing of full manuscripts
- Editorial assessments and revision plans
- Contemplative and generative writing retreats in settings such as Ireland, Taos, Scotland and Utah canyonlands
- Story Catalyst writing craft classes
Plus, Free Books!
Meet Our Exhibitors
Exhibitor Directory
| 1 | International Memoir Writers Association |
| 2 | Erik Christopher Martin |
| 3 | Stephen Prendergast |
| 4 | Neem Tree Press Limited |
| 5 | Cindy Kibbe (writing as C.K. Donnelly) |
| 6 | Lee Obsidian/Wings Eternal |
| 7 | Shanti Hershenson |
| 8 | Felicia Thai Heath |
| 9 | AmeriTales Entertainment |
| 10 | Jasmin De Anda, Stargazer Lily Boutique |
| 11 | Colibri Writers |
| 12 | San Diego Writers and Editors Guild |
| 13 | San Diego Writers, Ink |
| 14 | Gina Simmons Schneider, Ph.D. |
| 15 | Molé Mama |
| 16 | Cosworth Publishing |
| 17 | Helga Conklin and Author Friends |
| 18 | Linda Kent |
| 19 | Wise Word Wind Press |
| 20 | Mitchell Thorp Foundation |
| 21 | Douglas A. Burton |
| 22 | The San Diego Union-Tribune |
| 23 | Julie Brams & Experience Elemental |
| 24 | Marianne Blackstone Tabner |
| 25 | Fiercely Loyal Authors |
| 26 | Acorn Publishing |
| 27 | San Diego Poetry Annual |
| 28 | Dr. Laurence Freitas |
| 29 | Monkey C Media |
| 30 | Robert Maakestad |
| 31 | Anthony Blacksher |
| 32 | Bonnie Hardy |
| 33 | Gavialidae |
| 34 | Milosch / Moreno / Vannoy |
| 35 | Golden Ratio Book Design |
| 36 | Julian Naturals |
Get out and mingle for a chance to win!
Announcing the 2024 Tent Crawl
How To Play
- Pick up a free game card from the high school information booth (located on the schedule map)
- Visit every booth to collect a stamp
- Fill in your name and info
- Drop your completed game card in the Drawing box back at the high school information booth
Bonus Entries
Collect a double stamp when you buy something from an exhibitor (only one double stamp per exhibitor booth).
Every double stamp gets you another chance to win (let us explain: there are many prizes, so if you win but have a double stamp, your card will be placed back in the box for another chance to win). Rinse and repeat for every double stamp on your card.
Official Rules
Anyone can play. You do not need to be present to win. All entries will add you to the SDWF mailing list. No purchase is necessary to play. Prizes have no cash value and are not redeemable, transferable, or refundable.
