Get a little taste of what it's like to attend Clarion in our manuscript critique session. Pros will read your story or novel chapter — up to 7,500 words — and offer constructive advice in a moderated three-hour session.

The workshop sessions take place in the hotel, but away from the fray of regular convention activity. You must be a registered WindyCon-goer to participate.

Manuscripts must be submitted in advance by postal mail (exceptions may be made but please inquire first). Each ms must be in standard format: double-spaced, with one-inch margins, on plain white 8½x11-inch paper. Include your contact information, of course, and your con reg. number (if you have it -- you'll need your badge or proof of registration to get into the session). We reserve the right to reject any story or chapter that is submitted by e-mail without prior OK from the workshop coordinator.

One manuscript per participant. So pick your best. Or the one for which you're the most interested in getting some feedback.

Your manuscript must be accompanied by a check for US$20.00, payable to "WindyCon" to cover postage and printing/photocopying costs. (We make several copies of your ms and mail them to the various pros.)

All manuscripts must be received by Friday, October 10, 2008.

Manuscripts — don't forget the check — must be sent to:

Questions? Click here to email the workshop coordinator.

And please remember, even though this is a quasi-private event, the Con Rules still apply.