2027 SWA Conference

June 11 - 14, 2026
Epworth by the Sea on St. Simons Island, GA

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
SPRING 2027

The 2027 Southeastern Writers Association Conference will take place on St. Simons Island, Georgia, from June 11 - 14, 2026.

This immersive 3-day conference joins aspiring and seasoned writers as they connect over their love of literature. Registration will open in Spring 2027.

2027 Conference Faculty

TBA

2027 Workshops TBA

Conference Gallery

A man with gray hair and glasses, wearing a light blue shirt and a name badge, stands next to a table with books and displays about 'The Eyewall' and 'Plague.'
Two men standing inside a room, one is older with a white beard and striped shirt, and the other is younger wearing a black polo shirt. They are smiling, and the younger man is holding a folder or booklet and a glass of water.
Two smiling women with short gray hair standing indoors, one holding a clipboard and wearing glasses, the other with a beige blouse with cut-out patterns.
Two women smiling outdoors, one holding a white lace umbrella, with greenery and a house in the background.
A woman and an older man looking at a piece of paper together, smiling.
Six women and one girl posing together indoors, smiling for the camera, in a room with artwork and decorations.

Book your stay

Registration is Closed

Cancellation policy

MAY 17, 2027

  • Cancellations through midnight on May 16 will automatically have the full amount paid applied to the next Conference.

  • Optionally, a refund of the amount paid minus $55 ($40 membership dues and $15 administrative fee) is available by email request only.

MAY 18 - JUNE 1, 2027:

  • All cancellations between May 17 and June 1 will automatically have 50% of the amount paid applied to the next Conference.

  • Optionally, a refund of 50% of the amount paid minus $55 ($40 membership dues and $15 administrative fee) is available by eMail request only.

AFTER JUNE 1, 2027

  • Cancellations after June 1 are ineligible both for application to a future Conference and any refund.

  • Extenuating circumstances will be evaluated by the SWA Board President on a case by case basis.

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