2026 Conference Schedule

Writing takes both time and brain space. So does caring for children—and while, as any parent-writer will tell you, finding balance can feel impossible, spending time with kids can also yield surprising discoveries and writerly obsessions, even for those who aren’t writing about children. Panelists will share their experiences finding fruitful new subject matter through interactions with children and offer strategies for staying attuned to potential material (and making time to write it down).