2021 Boldface Registration has opened!

Early-bird registration has begun! You can find out more information about registration here. The conference will be held May 24- 28, 2021. Our 2021 featured writers and editors have also been announced! The conference is largely funded via Glass Mountain Magazine’s annual Write-a-Thon and through our anonymous donor along with support from the University of Houston […]

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Reflecting on Boldfaces Past

Quentin Key-Tello When I think back on Boldface Conferences I’ve attended in the past—which is a whopping total of two, but hear me out—they’re shaped and structured in my mind by three main experiential keystones: The 8:00 in the morning feeling of that initial walk-in to the main pavilion The workshops The after-party at Calhoun’s […]

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Boldface 101: The Next Step

The Boldface Conference is the highlight of our year, we’ve met some delightful and talented writers, gained valuable insights on our writing through workshops, and been challenged and inspired by craft talks and readings. If you are like us, one week at Boldface just isn’t enough – but what comes next?  Here are a few […]

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BOLDFACE 101: PROFESSIONALIZATION DAY

Hello 2018 Boldface attendees! After a full Conference Week, we hope you’re building memories, and have plenty of inspiration to help strengthen your writing skills. Fridays at Boldface are different—but no less valuable—than the rest of the week. It’s bitter sweet, but workshops are over. As you head into the last day, we’re here to […]

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BOLDFACE 101: THE CREATIVE WRITING PEER REVIEW

Workshops are an integral and exciting part of the Boldface experience. At first, however, they can seem intimidating. Don’t worry! This week’s installment of Boldface 101 introduces you to the process of giving and receiving peer reviews. First and foremost, we urge you to prepare in advance. Thinking deeply about your critiques and making meaningful […]

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