Lakefly News & Updates Archive

Poetry As a Healing Art Words have power—the power to heal, to reveal, and to transform. Through guided reflection, interactive exercises, and a deep dive into the truth beneath the words, attendees will explore how poetry becomes more than just expression—it becomes a path forward. Participants will engage in a unique writing exercise that illuminates… Read more: Lakefly ’25 Conference Preview: Poetry, Publishing and Pantsers

The Lakefly Writers 2025 preliminary schedule is now available, offering a wealth of opportunities to enhance your craft. Remember, early-bird registration ends on March 19th, so be sure to secure your spot soon. Seniors and students can take advantage of a special rate of $75. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your writing… Read more: 2025 Lakefly Preliminary Schedule is now available

Succinct, Savvy Novel Description WorkshopAre you a genre fiction writer struggling to craft compelling loglines and short descriptions for your novel? You’re not alone. This workshop is like The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy meets Save the Cat!—practical, fun, and packed with tools to hook readers fast. We’ll define what makes a logline pop and… Read more: Lakefly ’25 Preview: Log Lines, Literary Magazines and More!

Dash of Love: Romantic Subplots for Any Genre Mysteries, thrillers, fantasy, sci-fi, historical, contemporary – novels of any genre can appeal to more readers (who beg for a sequel) with a solid romantic subplot (see “romantasy”). Learn tips and tricks from the romance genre to make sure your romantic subplot is enhancing the story, adding… Read more: Lakefly ’25 Preview: Romance and Murder

The Lakefly Planning Committee is dedicated to providing an exceptional conference experience, and we appreciate your patience as we finalize our speakers and programs. To ensure you have ample time to see the value in all we have to offer, we are extending the early-bird registration fee of $90 until Wednesday, March 19. By that… Read more: Early-bird registration extended