Texas Christian Writers’ Conference
March 23-25, 2027
Strengthen your writing.
Find direction for your next steps.
Connect with people who understand your calling at the Texas Christian Writers’ Conference.
Learn from experienced writers and publishing professionals in a Christ-centered setting with room for thoughtful conversations, practical instruction, and time to focus on your work.
Main Conference: Tuesday, March 23 - Thursday, March 25, 2027
Optional Pre-Conference Retreat Day: Monday, March 22
Location: Camp Allen Hotel & Conference Center, Navasota, TX
✓ Fiction + Nonfiction
✓ Writing + Publishing
✓ Christian + General Market
✓ Meals & Lodging options included with Conference Registration
Set in the peaceful Texas countryside, the Texas Christian Writers’ Conference is a premier event for Christian writers, speakers, leaders, and content creators who want to glorify God with their work and words.
This in-person event blends inspiration and education to help you grow spiritually and professionally. Through expert-led workshops, keynote sessions, and one-on-one meetings with editors and agents, you’ll gain practical tools to strengthen your craft, clarify your message, and confidently share your story.
Whether you are a novice writer or a multi-published author writing fiction or nonfiction for the Christian or general market, TCWC will equip you to pursue the calling God has placed on your heart.
What past attendees are saying . . .
“The leaders, teachers, and speakers were approachable, friendly, and offered practical advice that encouraged and motivated me. I came back home with fresh energy to tackle the next steps in my writing journey.”
Who should attend the Texas Christian Writers’ Conference?
If you want to honor God through your words and strengthen your skills as a writer or communicator, there’s a place for you at TCWC.
Aspiring & Growing Writers
You have an idea, a manuscript in progress, or a desire to begin. Find practical instruction, guidance, and encouragement for your next steps.
Published & Experienced Authors
You’re traditionally published or independently published and want to keep growing. Come strengthen your craft, explore publishing and marketing strategies, and connect with fellow authors and industry professionals.
Speakers & Communicators
You’re a speaker, ministry leader, blogger, podcaster, or coach who wants to communicate more effectively or turn your message into a book.
Fiction and nonfiction. Beginners and experienced writers. Christian and general markets.
Wherever you are in your writing journey, come learn, connect, and grow.
What past attendees are saying . . .
“I plan to make this conference a standing engagement on my yearly conference schedule.”
What to Expect at TCWC
Workshops on writing craft, publishing, and marketing
Keynote sessions with experienced authors and industry professionals
One-on-one appointments to pitch your project or receive feedback
Classes covering fiction, nonfiction, and traditional and independent publishing
Time to write, reflect, and plan
What past TCWC attendees are saying…
Why Attend TCWC?
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Inspiration
Step away from everyday demands to reflect, write, and renew your creative energy in the peaceful setting of Camp Allen. Through worship, encouragement, and time to focus, you’ll find space to consider your calling and move forward with renewed purpose.
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Education
Learn from experienced authors and publishing professionals through practical instruction in writing, publishing, and marketing. Our workshops offer tools and strategies you can apply to your own work, helping you leave with clearer direction and concrete next steps.
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Connection
Our intentionally smaller conference makes it easier to ask questions, get to know faculty, and build relationships with fellow Christian writers. Pitch your project or receive feedback during one-on-one appointments, then continue conversations over meals and throughout the conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. TCWC is designed for people at many stages—those who are just beginning to explore an idea, those in the middle of a manuscript, and those who have already published and want clearer direction or stronger strategy.
If you are newer to writing, you will gain clarity, direction, and practical next steps.
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The Texas Christian Writers’ Conference welcomes writers at every stage, from those just getting started to multi-published authors.
This event is designed is for writers who are committed to continuing to grow, both in their craft and in their platform and publishing strategy.
If you are further along, you will have the opportunity to refine your skills, strengthen your marketing systems, expand your reach, and engage in meaningful, higher-level conversations during workshops and Q&A sessions.
Because the conference is intentionally smaller, attendees have real access to faculty and space for thoughtful dialogue, not just surface-level teaching.
Our goal is simple: to help every writer take their next step, wherever they are on the journey.
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No. TCWC is for faith-driven writers and communicators—whether your work is for the Christian market or the general market. Our focus is on stewarding your message well and honoring God with excellence and integrity.
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Both!
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Both!
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Both. We focus on craft, clarity, calling, and next steps. You will gain insight into publishing options, but the heart of TCWC is helping you develop a strong message and a clear path forward.
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That’s great! One of the practical topics we’ll be covering at TCWC is how to share your work professionally and confidently, so you can get your book into the hands of more people.
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TCWC is intentionally relational and practical. This is not a hype-driven event. It is designed for people who want meaningful teaching, thoughtful conversation, and insights and strategies they can actually use.
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No. This is a live, in-person event. You have to be here. Come connect with other writers in real life.
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The registration fee for the Texas Christian Writers’ Conference is all-inclusive. In addition to offering top-notch instruction and access to publishing professionals and best-selling authors, your ticket covers all meals, and most tickets include private hotel accommodations.
Many conferences price the ticket separately, and attendees are responsible for booking and paying for lodging and food on top of the registration fee. We intentionally chose an all-inclusive model so you can arrive, settle in, and focus fully on your writing and calling without managing additional logistics or surprise expenses.
This is also an intentionally smaller, immersive event. You will not get lost in a crowd. You will have meaningful access to faculty, dedicated time to write and reflect, and space to build real connections with other Christian writers.
Our goal is to create a focused, distraction-free environment that equips and encourages you to take your next step as a writer.
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Scholarships are made possible by our generous sponsors. Opportunities will be announced through email, so be sure you are on the TCWC email list.
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No, but you can sell your ticket to another author if you can’t attend.
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Business casual is the dress code. Wear comfortable shoes and if you enjoy trail walking, bring a pair of runners or hiking boots.
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A laptop with a good battery and/or a charge cord. You’ll have opportunities to brainstorm, write, and put what you’re learning into action.
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Who knows?! This is Texas. We are hoping for a beautiful, bluebonnet-filled week, but check the forecast for Navasota, Texas, before you leave the house and pack accordingly.
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TCWC is held at Camp Allen, near Navasota, Texas. It’s out in the country, where the bluebonnets grow and the stars at night really are bright. You can learn more on the Travel Info page.
Join us for the next Texas Christian Writers’ Conference!
March 23-25, 2027
“Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever.”
—Daniel 12:3, NIV
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