SOMETIMES THE HARDEST DECISION in planning a summer getaway is deciding what books to pack. Beachy romance read? Heart-pounding suspense thriller? Apocalyptic sci-fi fantasy?

Who’s to say you have to choose? Many writer organizations hold conferences year-round, bringing together authors and readers for networking and craft. This year, many are observing anniversary milestones, which makes for a grand opportunity to meet celebrated names like James Patterson, Joyce Carol Oates and Jean Kwok.

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