Military Writers Society of America

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2020 Conference Update

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Mystic Seaport Tour

Take a walk back through history and visit the last of the wooden whaling ships and so much more. Space is limited to a maximum of fifteen. This is the home of the largest collection of whaling memorabilia and historical documents.

Don’t forget to buy a “Raffle Ticket”

One lucky winner will have his/her dues paid for one year.

Open Mic “Pitch Contest”

You could be one of the ten authors who get to pitch their new story/article to the judges. This will be a fun and informational event. Email: events@mwsa.co 

Seminar Presenter

Thinking of presenting a seminar this year? Request a Submission Form from events@mwsa.co,  fill it out when received and email back to: events@mwsa.co

Looking for Mentors

We are looking for folks to mentor fellow authors, new and old. Provide days and times you are willing to provide this service and in what areas by Emailing: NewLondon@MWSA.co

Presentation on the “Amistad”

The history of the events surrounding this “Slave Ship” were portrayed in a movie we will get to share in factual history presented by Docent Henry Savin from the New London Maritime Museum. A don’t miss, front row seat (9/18 @ 3:15PM)!

Write Your Story

Coming to the conference early? Join Jack London and his staff at the Submarine Force Museum as they present this event [from 9 - 3:15PM on 9/17/20].

CHECK-IT-OUT 

The program schedule is on our web site and will be in your Welcome Package at registration - check often as the program slots are slowly filled in. While checking it out register for the conference and then call the hotel to register, only 30 rooms saved at the hotel, only $103 per night all taxes included.

!! WANTED - VOLUNTEERS !!

Openings exist for volunteers in a number of areas for the conference. Mentors, Presenters, Open Mic Pitch Contestants, Registration Desk Attendants, Message Runners, Table Movers, tap dancers, don’t hesitate to ask or volunteer - there are plenty of needs, they simply lack willing folks to step forward and help! This is your opportunity to shoulder some of the load.

See you in New London!