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There are several writing workshops and conferences that Brenda recommends. Here are links to some of them. They each represent good value for the money in fun, adventure, and learning. Most of them are accessible to serious beginners.
The Squaw Valley Community of Writers holds a summer workshop in Olympic Village in Squaw Valley, California. Extremely well run and very beneficial
Some recommended resources on the web for writers and readers:
For interesting interviews, publishing tips and industry insights try: http://www.bksp.org.
For reading guides and good reviews go to: http://www.readinggroupgold.com. Study questions for both THE MERCY SELLER and ILLUMINATOR are available there.